# City Transit Tatts One Man's Chicago Train Map Tattoo Shows His Love for His Hometown By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-25 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-train-map-tattoo References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/05/24/chicago-train-map-tattoo/) & [fyeahtattoos](http://fyeahtattoos.com/post/5727863794/i-absolutely-love-chicago-it-makes-me) There is no place like home and the [Chicago Train Map Tattoo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-electric-boat-company) really shows this sentiment on an ultimate level. Posted by brr-itscole on F*ck Yeah Tattoos, this veiny ink art is pretty impressive. Inked by Jerome at [Tatu Tattoo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inked-out) in Chicago, Illinois, the Chicago Train Map Tattoo is an actual mini representation of the [transit lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/be-right-back) in this particular city. The beauty of getting them tatted on his arm not only lies in him showing his love for his hometown, but also in how it creates a link between him and his other fellow Chicagoans. When strutting down a street in Chicago or, better yet, a different city all together, the Chicago Train Map Tattoo will be easily and immediately recognizable by other Chicago natives. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **City Pride Tattoos:** People getting tattoos that represent their love and connection to their hometown. - **Map Tattoos:** Tattoos that feature maps of specific locations or transit routes. - **Community-building Tattoos:** Tattoos that create a sense of connection and belonging within specific communities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tattoo Industry:** Opportunity for tattoo artists to specialize in location-specific tattoos and create a sense of community among clients. - **Tourism Industry:** Opportunity to offer tourists map tattoos of the city they are visiting as a unique and memorable souvenir. - **Music and Sports Industry:** Opportunity for musicians and athletes to show their love for their hometown by getting location-specific tattoos and building a stronger connection with their fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheeky Tattoo Marathons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-marathon.md) - [Laser-Cut Urban Artistry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-cut-city-maps.md) - [Hotel-Friendly Tattoo Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup.md) - [Transformative Survivor Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life.md) - [Color-In Commuter Tunnels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masterpeace-painting.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [QSR Temporary Tattoo Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection.md) - [Condiment Tattoo Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-tattoo-bottle.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md)