This document discusses perceptions and popularity of tattoos across different generations. It explores how tattoos have become more mainstream and popular among youths and young adults, with over half of 18-29 year olds having a tattoo. However, older generations still often associate tattoos with criminals and many teenagers recognize tattoos could impact their career choices. The document examines celebrity influences on tattoo trends and how tattoos are being marketed to younger children, while also considering different views on tattoos from the public.

1. 1. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING. <br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />My perceptions of tattoos are…<br />2. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I think tattoos are…<br />3. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />My views of tattoos are…<br />4. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />Tattoos are…<br />5. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING. <br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />Tattoos are becoming more popular then ever before with more than half of 18-29 year olds having one.<br />7. SCHOOL. JANUARY. EVENING. <br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />This series will explore the stigma and opinions of different generations and ages. It will demonstrate celebrity influences throughout the ages, we will ask the public on their views of underage tattooing and the regret and pride of the older generations of tattoos.<br />15. CAMDEN. JANUARY. MORNING. <br />INTERVIWER.<br />Camden is home for many tattoo shops were people of different ages are traveling down here to get there’s done which was established in 1974.<br />18. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />1 in 3 teens want a tattoo<br />19. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER.<br />We asked the public reasons why everyone now wants to get a tattoo and why they think it has become so popular with the youth. Tattoos are becoming more and more of a trend; they have developed dramatically and are becoming a form of expression.<br /> <br />23. CAMDEN. JANUARY. AFTERNOON.<br />INTERVIEWER.<br />Why do more people want to get tattoos now?<br />Why have tattoos become so popular with the youth?<br />25. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />Young children are now being exposed to tattoos at younger ages. <br />26. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />However two thirds of teenagers believe that their tattoos may affect their career choice.<br />27. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING. <br />INTERVIEWER.<br />So why are young people continuing to get tattoos regardless of the negative aspects? <br />28. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING. <br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />Are celebrities influencing the youth’s choices?<br />30. SCHOOL. JANUARY. AFTERNOON.<br />INTERVIEWER.<br />A new Barbie doll figure aimed at 5-8 years olds was released and titles ‘Totally styling tattoos.’ The doll featured stick on tattoos and even included a tattoo gun. The doll caused outrage and controversy but the distributors ‘Mattel’ said they have no plans to discontinue the product, as it was chance for young girls to express themselves.<br />35. SCHOOL. JANUARY. AFTERNOON.<br />INTERVIEWER.<br />However it is not just young people who are influenced by celebrities. The industry saw a rise in the amount of women asking for Pamela Anderson's iconic thorn armband tattoo.<br />40. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING. <br />INTERVIEWER.<br />Why have tattoos become so popular?<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I think tattoos have become extremely popular over time because…<br />43. HOME. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I hate tattoos they remind me of criminals.<br />44. SCHOOL. JANUARY. AFTERNNON.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />4 of 5 people over the age of 50 think of criminals when speaking about tattoos.<br />45. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I think tattoos have a negative association because…<br />46. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I do not agree that tattoos are associated with criminals because…<br />47. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />The stigma with tattoos contain a negative attitude because…<br />49. SCHOOL. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />78% of all criminals have tattoos.<br />55. CAMDEN. JANUARY. MORNING.<br />INTERVIEWER. (VOICEOVER)<br />After the break, we’ll be discussing reasons why tattooed teenagers are increasing even though they know the risks and dangers.<br />59. SCHOOL. JANUARY. AFTERNOON.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />I really regret getting my tattoo when I was younger.<br />60. SCHOOL. JANUARY. AFTERNOON.<br />INTERVIEWEE.<br />The pain was unbearable.<br />