# 40s Tattoo Animation Films The Vanity Fair Decades 1940s Celebrates the Tattoo Golden Age By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2013-10-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanity-fair-decades-1940s References: [inkbutter](http://inkbutter.com/vanity-fair-decades-the-1940s-video) & [video.vanityfair](http://video.vanityfair.com/watch/the-decades-series-the-1940s-by-nick-hooker-behind-the-scenes?c=series) In the Vanity Fair Decades 1940s video, they examine the upsurge of tattoos post-WWII. The Nick Hooker-directed [animated film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-animated-series) offers plenty of trivia accompanied by tattoo-inspired visuals by co-director Drew Christie. The film describes notable tattooed figures, such as Mae Vandermark, who tattooed “six former presidents on her chest, the national capital on her back, and all of [Hollywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-beauty-icon-lipsticks) across her limbs” all for the modest price of $150. The film also offers a brief historical account of the time period, including the popularity of Pin-ups, women in the workforce, and the beginnings J.D. Salinger’s illustrious career. Anyone interested in tattoos or history – or both – will enjoy this fabulously illustrated ‘40s piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 74% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upsurge of Tattoos:** Identification of innovative ways to enhance tattoo art and its cultural significance in the modern era. - **Tattoo-inspired Art:** Exploration of creative expressions and collaborations between tattoo artists and other art forms. - **Historical Account of Tattoo Golden Age:** Development of interactive and immersive experiences that showcase the history and cultural impact of tattoos in different time periods. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tattoo Artistry:** Expanding opportunities for tattoo artists to push the boundaries of their craft with new techniques and styles. - **Entertainment and Media:** Integration of tattoo-inspired visuals and storytelling in films, animations, and multimedia content. - **Museum and Cultural Institutions:** Creating exhibitions and educational programs focused on the history and artistic value of tattoos in different eras. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Woman-Owned Tattoo Shops Contests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womanowned-tattoo-shops.md) - [Interactive Tattoo Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inkstory.md) - [Graphic Fashion Animation Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflat-animation.md) - [Hotel-Friendly Tattoo Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-popup.md) - [Hospitality-Focused Tattoo Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inked-out.md) - [Dainty Minimalist Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winterstone.md) - [Tattoo-Covered Beer Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/86-tattoo-limited-edition.md) - [Vitamin-Infused Temporary Tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barriere.md) - [Women Tattoo Artist Apprenticeships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/women-in-tattoo.md)