# Inked Canine Ceramics The Tattoo Dog by Goncalo Campos Showcases Cartooned Imagery By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-04-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goncalo-campos References: [inkbutter](http://inkbutter.com/tattoo-dog-by-goncalo-campos) & [goncalocampos](http://www.goncalocampos.com/) The Tattoo Dog by Portuguese designer Goncalo Campos is a charming [ceramic sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danza-collection) that pays homage to retro ink imagery. Covered in blue inked iconography, this white [porcelain dog statue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog) is a cute home accessory that is sure to liven up any interior. Inspired by a past era aesthetic, the Tattoo Dog sculpture by Goncalo Campos features traditionally inked imagery that references a multitude of generations. Whether showcasing intricate rose florals, love bird imagery or star and diamond shapes, this dynamic porcelain accessory is eclectically unique. Paying homage to street art and [tattoo culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory), the sculptural art piece marries an edgy inked aesthetic with traditional arts and crafts techniques. Moreover, this art piece displays hand-moulded and painted design elements that are brought to life in the third dimension. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Ink Imagery:** Exploring the use of traditional inked iconography in modern design, creating a nostalgic and unique aesthetic. - **Street Art Inspired Sculptures:** Combining the edginess of street art with the craftsmanship of sculptural design, creating visually dynamic and striking art pieces. - **Hand-moulded and Painted Design:** Utilizing traditional arts and crafts techniques to create three-dimensional, handmade and hand-painted designs in modern art and home accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** The use of retro ink imagery in ceramic sculptures offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the home decor industry to create unique and nostalgic designs. - **Art and Design:** The fusion of street art inspiration and sculptural design creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for the art and design industry, pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. - **Craftsmanship:** The focus on hand-moulded and hand-painted design elements in three-dimensional art pieces presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the craftsmanship industry to create one-of-a-kind handcrafted products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md) - [Balloon Dog Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dog-cake.md) - [Minimalist Pet-Inspired Decor Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-pets.md) - [Artful Doghouse Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-for-dogs-exhibition.md) - [Rollable Bell-Shaped Dog Kennels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poochchair.md) - [Collectible Art Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gufram-x-luna-luna.md) - [Artful Pet Bowl-Matching Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helen-levi.md) - [Balloon Dog-Themed Smoking Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balloon-dogthemed.md) - [Aesthetic-Driven Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karim-rashid-for-ubbi.md) - [Anthropomorphized Pet Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-bowl-table.md)