Moko tattoo

Helping people experience the belonging in their culture and community

Traditional Maori Ta Moko hand tattoo by Manawa Tapu #sunsettattoonz www.sunsettattoo.co.nz

ull sleeve finished for @nthvn #tamoko Taking bookings for December, message for detail

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Moko Kauae Chin tattoo

pAx on Instagram: "What is the Māori tradition of Tā Moko? Here’s Part 2 of our Tā Moko series with @courtnee.amorangi and her wife Maria as they share the significance behind the symbols found in their beautiful Moko Kauae tattoos. Did you know about Moko Kauae or is this your first time learning about it? Share what was interesting to you in the comments! #mokokauae #tamoko #maoriculture #māori #māorifashion #culturalfashion #didyouknow #culturaltattoo #polynesiantattoo"

Polynesian Hand Tattoo

Ta Moko has been in the Maori Culture for over a thousand years. According to Archaeological evidence, in New Zealand, tattooing came from Eastern Polynesian Culture. Maori tattoos are very important and people who were without tattoos considered to be without status or worth. The meanings of Maori tattoos were more than decorative – they were a show of strength, courage and status. All symbols have a meaning; a tribal link that tells the background and stories of the wearer. Moko is a…

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