# Tattoos for the Blind Braille Ink Offers Another Dimension of Body Design By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-tattoos References: [bizarremag](http://www.bizarremag.com/weird-news/tattoos-body-art/6390/braille_tattoos.html) Just like Klara Jirkova who had her arm tattooed in Braille, this woman has also turned to the [unique ink art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-device) for her back. It seems as though the people that get these [Braille tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life) appreciate the shape and meaning of their ink quite separately. This unique form of tattooing looks as though it is becoming more mainstream, as many people are opting for a different way to express themselves. I am extremely curious to know what the message on this woman’s back says. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Braille Tattoos:** The rise of Braille tattoos as a unique form of ink art presents new opportunities for tattoo artists to cater to a wider audience. - **Alternative Tattoos:** The popularity of alternative tattoos such as Braille tattoos present an opportunity for the tattoo industry to expand beyond traditional styles. - **Tattoos for Self-expression:** The growing trend of Braille tattoos highlights the desire for individuals to express their unique identities and experiences through body art. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tattoo Industry:** Braille tattoos represent a disruptive innovation that presents new opportunities for tattoo artists and studios to differentiate themselves and tap into a new market. - **Assistive Technology Industry:** The rise of Braille tattoos for the visually impaired highlights the potential for innovation and growth in the assistive technology industry to develop new forms of tactile communication and accessibility. - **Fashion and Beauty Industry:** The increasing popularity of unique and alternative tattoos such as Braille tattoos presents new opportunities for fashion and beauty brands to appeal to a diverse and inclusive audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactile Braille Emoticons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-emoticons.md) - [Inclusive Label Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-label-maker.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Braille-Equipped Memo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memo-device.md) - [Braille-Integrated Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aedo-collection.md) - [Engaging Braille Education Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-learning-device.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Miniature Braille Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tdot-braille-keyboard.md) - [Braille-Covered Electric Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitar-guitar.md)