# Exploring Russian Criminal Tattoos This Sergei Vasiliev and Danzig Baldaev Exhibit is Twisted By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/russian-criminal-tattoos References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/culture/russian-crimina.php) & [fuel-design](http://www.fuel-design.com/index.php?menu=5&tattoo=1) Take a good look at the gallery above, because these images are part of a [rare exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kennedy-yanko) entitled 'Russian Criminal Tattoos.' According to Cool Hunting, many of these [tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition) from the post-Soviet prison life were forcibly removed by fellow inmates or wardens who disagreed with what was depicted -- I can't even imagine how they were removed. [Photographed by Sergei Vasiliev](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-within-the-detour), 'Russian Criminal Tattoos' also includes drawings collected by Danzig Baldaev from inmates. Taking place in London, England, the exhibit will run from October 29 until November 28, 2010. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Russian Criminal Tattoo Culture:** The exploration of Russian criminal tattoos presents an opportunity to understand and potentially disrupt criminal subculture. - **Artistic Expression in Criminal Communities:** The depiction of criminal tattoos and drawings provides insight into the creative expression within these communities and could inspire innovation in art and design. - **Innovation in Tattoo Removal Techniques:** The forcibly removed tattoos from post-Soviet prison life suggests a need for advancements in tattoo removal techniques. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Culture:** The 'Russian Criminal Tattoos' exhibit highlights the intersection of art and criminal culture and may encourage experimentation and collaboration within the art world. - **Prison Reform:** The exploration of prison tattoos sheds light on the impact of the institutionalized prison system and could lead to disruptive innovations in prison reform. - **Tattoo Removal Services:** The need for improved tattoo removal techniques presents an opportunity for innovation and investment in the beauty and healthcare industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Provoking Graffiti Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-ruggeri.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) - [Bespoke Car Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Tattoo-Inspired-Land-Rover.md) - [Transformative Survivor Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-of-life.md) - [Online Tattoo Art Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot.md) - [Collaborative Monochromatic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collaborative-monochromatic-art-exhibition.md) - [Travel-Inspired Canvas Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-passport-series.md)