# Dactylogram-Inspired Illustrations Fingerprints by Ingrid Aspock Embraces Smudges on Touch Devices By Meghan Young | Published 2012-05-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerprints-by-ingrid-aspock References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/ingrid-aspock-fingerprints) & [ingrid-aspoeck.at](http://www.ingrid-aspoeck.at/) Thanks to the advent of touch technology, the days when devices remained free of smudges have long since gone; the illustrations titled Fingerprints by Ingrid Aspock embraces these smudges. Created by the same artist who illustrated the [Heroes & Villains Hugging](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ingrid-aspock) series, Fingerprints has a similarly endearing quality while also promoting a positive message. It is interesting to note that Fingerprints by Ingrid Aspock will be gracing cases made specifically for the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-1) and [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dal-collection). Since it is the index finger that often does all the work, it is the one glorified in this illustration series while the other fingers watch on in admiration and amazement. The Austrian graphic artist and illustrator manages to give these everyday occurrences some life as well as cuteness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smudge-inspired Artwork:** Exploring the potential of smudges on touch devices as a source of artistic inspiration. - **Embracing Imperfections:** Fostering creativity by celebrating the imperfections and fingerprints left on digital devices. - **Digital Illustrations for Tech Accessories:** Creating illustrations specifically designed to be featured on cases for iPads and iPhones. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists to tap into the growing demand for unique and unconventional artwork inspired by everyday digital experiences. - **Technology and Electronics:** Potential for manufacturers to collaborate with artists and incorporate fingerprint-inspired illustrations into tech accessories for a personalized touch. - **Mobile Accessories:** Expanding market for mobile device cases featuring fingerprint-themed artwork, appealing to individuals seeking personalized and artistic tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dali-x-casetify.md) - [Craft-Aesthetic Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-martina-calvi-collection.md) - [Playful Tech Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-miffy.md) - [Imperfect Photography Celebrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonnas-cam.md) - [Surreal Artist-Inspired Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dal-collection.md) - [Storytelling Floral Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-xline-floral-series.md) - [Visual Graphic-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keys.md) - [Origami-Inspired Magsafe Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcy-arimoto.md) - [Fingerprint Application Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermimicking-makeup-applicators.md)