#realism — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 1.1B total posts and 96.4K new posts daily, #realism is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 1.1K likes and 25 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #realism

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#art	1.1B	96.4K	1.1K	100	39
#artist	352.7M	42.4K	1.1K	100	45
#tattoo	211.9M	24.3K	785	100	48
#drawing	307.0M	17.8K	931	100	33
#artwork	212.8M	15.1K	853	100	39

Related Hashtags to #realism

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#painting	182.0M	14.9K	1.1K	100	62
#portrait	191.3M	6.2K	846	100	34
#oilpainting	29.7M	3.2K	1.0K	100	53
#sketch	164.8M	5.3K	2.4K	100	53
#tattooartist	42.7M	11.0K	1.0K	100	44

Similar Hashtags to #realism

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#surrealism	10.2M	885	1.7K	100	43
#realismtattoo	2.9M	1.1K	2.7K	100	58
#hyperrealism	1.6M	354	1.9K	100	70
#popsurrealism	1.7M	69	881	77	43
#realismo	2.1M	338	1.9K	100	59

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #realism on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #realism has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #realism alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #realism with #painting, #portrait, #oilpainting for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #realism on Instagram?

#realism has 1.1B total posts on Instagram with approximately 96.4K new posts added daily. The average post using #realism receives 1.1K likes and 25 comments.

Is #realism a good hashtag to use?

#realism has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 39/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #realism?

The best hashtags to use with #realism include: #painting, #portrait, #oilpainting, #sketch, #tattooartist. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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