# Surreal-Surrounding Tattoo Photography Tiny Tattoos by Austin Tott Boast Matching Environments By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-tattoos-by-austin-tott References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/austin-toot-tiny-tattoos.html) & [tottphoto](http://tottphoto.com/tiny-tattoos/) The photo series titled Tiny Tattoos by [Austin Tott](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ring-bear), a photographer based in Seattle, Washington, revolves just around that. Yet this isn't a person's typical tattoo photoshoot. Instead of focusing on badass bikers or sensual body shots, it embraces the quaint and even surreal quality of such inked art by surrounding it with a matching environment. For instance, one image in Tiny Tattoos by Austin Tott involves a small keyhole. So the hand is surrounded by a bunch of suspended vintage keys. Each still involves the same setup: A hand raised to show the tattoo on the inside of the wrist with a backdrop that complements in some shape or form. In a way, these tiny tattoos are like permanent charms from a charm bracelet and the photoshoot fully embraces their interests. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 98% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Surreal-tattoo Trend:** There is an opportunity for tattoo artists to embrace surrealism and offer tiny tattoos that are complemented with matching environments. - **Photography-integration Trend:** Photographers can integrate surreal backgrounds with the subjects of the photos taken of individuals. - **Hand-tattoo Trend:** There is a growing demand for small and unique tattoos on the hand and wrist that can be showcased in a creative manner. ### Where This Applies - **Tattooing Services:** Tattoo parlors can offer specialized genres of tattoos that can be complemented with matching environments thereby increasing their brand value. - **Photography Studios:** Photographers who specialize in capturing unique and quirky photographs of individuals can devise innovative shoots and help clients showcase their tattoos through their pictures. - **Advertising Agencies:** Ad agencies can leverage surreal tattoo photography to create ads that are unique and help brands stand out in a crowded market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Dainty Minimalist Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterstone.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-glowing-garden-tattoo-sheet.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Hospitality-Focused Tattoo Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inked-out.md) - [AI Tattoo Visualizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ink-studio-ai.md) - [Generative Art Tattoo Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackdot-1.md) - [AI Tattoo Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-ai-design.md) - [AI Tattoo Designers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-maker-ai.md)