# Permadoodle Body Art David Shrigley Tattoos are Simple and Sweet By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-shrigley-tattoos References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2010/02/16/david-shrigley-tattoos/) & [davidshrigley](http://www.davidshrigley.com/tattoos/tattoos.htm) The David Shrigley tattoos are these awesomely [funny tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-temporary-tattoo-collection) that aren’t too complicated and show a lot of wit. Many of these tattoos remind me of the times when I was sitting through a boring lecture and to keep myself awake I would start [doodling on paper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-drawing-ideas) or myself (whichever was more readily available). These tattoos are a perfect solution for those who have a great sense of humor and like [body art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialbuy-temporary-tattoos) but don’t have high pain threshold. The David Shrigley tattoos prove that a tattoo doesn’t need to be insanely intricate and detailed to be awesome. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Funny Doodle Tattoos:** Opportunity for tattoo artists to create humorous and simple designs that appeal to people with a sense of humor. - **Minimalist Body Art:** Chance for artists to explore simplistic and less painful tattoo designs that still make a bold statement. - **Humor in Tattoo Culture:** Potential for tattoo industry to embrace comedy and incorporate funny elements into traditional tattoo designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Tattoo Artistry:** Opportunity for tattoo artists to expand their creativity and cater to a wider audience with humorous tattoo designs. - **Beauty and Personal Care:** Chance for beauty industry to offer temporary funny tattoo options that are painless and easy to apply. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Potential for fashion brands to collaborate with tattoo artists and create clothing and accessories inspired by simplistic and humorous tattoo designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dainty Minimalist Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterstone.md) - [AI Tattoo Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sketch-tattoo-ai.md) - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md) - [Palm-Sized Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporary-tattoo-device.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glowing-garden-tattoo-sheet.md) - [AI Tattoo Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-ai-design.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Supermarket Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialbuy-temporary-tattoos.md)