# Neon Hand Poked Tattoos Zzizzi Boy Uses Color to Divert from Traditional Styles By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-01-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handpoked-tattoos References: [hifructose](http://hifructose.com/2018/01/27/zzizzi-boys-distinctive-handpoke-tattoos/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/zzizziboy/) Hand poked tattoos have a distinctive organic style that simply cannot be replicated with a machine. The method consists of hundreds of pokes with needle and ink. In recent years, the [back-to-basics tattooing technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii) has seen a revival in the DIY scene. Subsequently, more and more artist have begun to opt out of electric tattooing and devote time to perfecting their hand-only technique. Korean artist Zzizzi Boy has taken it one step further by implementing atypical color schemes to his [hand poked tattoo designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-design-platforms), creating a luminescent and attention-capturing effect. By adding [neon green and pink detailing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-light-art) to his dark-toned illustrations, Zzizzi Boy's artist style becomes highly recognizable among tattoo enthusiast and a realistic option for people looking for something different in contemporary hand poked tattoos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hand Poked Tattoos:** Hand poked tattoos offer a distinctive organic style that cannot be replicated with a machine. - **Revival of DIY Tattooing:** The back-to-basics tattooing technique has seen a revival in the DIY scene. - **Innovative Color Schemes:** Implementing atypical color schemes in hand poked tattoo designs creates a luminescent and attention-capturing effect. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tattoo Artists:** Tattoo artists can capitalize on the trend by mastering the technique of hand poked tattoos and offering unique color schemes to clients. - **Art Supply Manufacturers:** Manufacturers of art supplies can develop specialized tools and inks tailored specifically for hand poked tattoos. - **Tattoo Removal Services:** As hand poked tattoos gain popularity, the demand for tattoo removal services may increase due to the uniqueness and potential regret associated with this artistic style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [Tattoo-Style Pimple Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zitsticka-x-jonboy.md) - [Progressive Rewritable Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-ink.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-device.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Color-In Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy.md) - [AI Tattoo Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ink-studio-ai.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glowing-garden-tattoo-sheet.md) - [Tattoo Design Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-cook.md)