# Social Implication Tattoos The Enrique Marty Tattoo Exhibit Examines Gang Tattoos By M | Published 2013-06-07 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gang-tattoos References: [blog.gessato](http://blog.gessato.com/2013/06/02/soft-cockney-by-enrique-marty/) & [deweergallery.be](http://www.deweergallery.be/en/297-exhibitions/view/425) Artist Enrique Marty's 'Soft Cockney' art exhibit looks at the societal connotations behind aesthetic, prison and gang tattoos. Enrique Marty set up several naked plastic polyester bodies in his [tattoo art series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition) that depicts tattoos modeled after a real civilian's, inmate's and gang member' tattoos. In doing so, Marty invites people to come into contact with tattoos in conjunction with or symbolizing an association to illegal activity. Marty states that gang tattoos fascinate him because "through [a gang member's] tattoos, right when they have them done, they isolate themselves from society as recognizable members of a criminal group." The tattoos featured in the art exhibit are stunningly detailed. From elaborate scriptures, religious imagery to cryptic symbols, these mind blowing tattoos are both aesthetically beautiful and filled with negative social implications. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Societal Connotation Tattoos:** Opportunity for artists to create innovative designs that challenge and redefine societal connotations of tattoos. - **Interactive Tattoo Art:** Opportunity to create immersive experiences that allow people to engage with tattoo art and explore its cultural significance. - **Tattoo Removal Services:** Opportunity to develop advanced and effective tattoo removal techniques and technologies to meet the growing demand for removing tattoos with negative social implications. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for artists to push boundaries and create thought-provoking tattoo designs. - **Event and Exhibition:** Opportunity for event organizers and exhibition spaces to showcase tattoo art and engage audiences through immersive experiences. - **Beauty and Wellness:** Opportunity for tattoo removal clinics and cosmetic centers to develop innovative services and technologies for the removal and modification of tattoos. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Transformative Survivor Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Disruptive Fashion Art Galleries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks.md) - [Provoking Graffiti Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-ruggeri.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [Immigration System-Inspired Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passport-series.md) - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [Bespoke Car Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tattoo-Inspired-Land-Rover.md)