As a Maori that born in nz but grew up in oz my sleeve was to get in touch with my roots, culture, ancestors and our history. That's why I can relate to Israel adesanyas "broken native" on his chest.

20:15 that is an amazing tattoo! That dude is seriously talented

5:30 real words of wisdom 💯💯

These tats look awesome. I love it when people embrace and are proud of their culture

That was the best Tatau doco I’ve seen in ages 💯👌🏽👌🏽

5:58 lollinggg haha Oh that's a nice cat! Its a wolf!

GOd Bless Polynesia and the culture! The love of the culture is global and we should all be proud

Thankyou so much to our Samoan kuzzyz for keeping tatau-Tã moko alive.Nesian UNITY✊

"Tradition is always evolving. If it dosen't evolve, it dies off". Very powerful words from Tyla Vaeau! So True!

As a person who is not Pacific Islander but admirers them for the stories they tell wouldn’t get any of those designs out of respect of their heritage. I have Scandinavian ancestry and Celtic ancestry so there is alot of history and very cool designs that can link me to that

Christianity almost totally wiped what was a very common culture of tattooing in the Philippines (before it was a Spanish colony) and like with every other Asian country it’s sadly frowned upon generally. Traditional Philippine tattooing is survived by a handful of people, one is a elderly old lady who lines in the mountains by the name of Whang Od, when she passes, possibly the whole culture will as well.

I nga ra o mua, toku hoa, he tohunga, e ki ana ki au "Hapai ana koe i te pukanohi, a, i kua tae te ra e korero ana koe i tou mohio o ana moko ki a nga koroua i roto i te reo maori" - I was told by a friend of mine [who is] a tohunga that i should only take upon myself a pukanohi/mataora (facial tattoo) when the day comes that I can explain the decision to do so to the elders in their own reo. I kinda stick by that, and it's my opinion that anyone seeking a toi kiri, pakeha or maori, should not do so flippantly or without the knowledge behind the artwork. As the moko artist said in the video, it is merely a surface design if the artist isn't maori/doesn't have the cultural background to execute the design.

Awesome to see the similarities and differences between the cultures. How they have been revived and evolved over time is amazing.

this gave such great insight, thankyou!! it's good to get the awareness out there for those who are thinking of getting a traditional tattoo done that you don't have to tick certain boxes - obviously have some sort of background affiliation with the culture you'll be representing - but to know it's not about what others think.. LOVE IT!

The Samoan tatau is an important part of the Fa'asamoa culture. The history of the tatau dates back to the story of Taema and Tilafaiga where it tells the origin of how the tatau came about. Growing up and listening to my great grandparents the tatau was tatted on high Chiefs/mata'i 's which is called the (soga'imiti ), taulelea or the orator that speaks for the village during a village meeting and for the taupou of a family the tattoo is called the( malu). There are also rules to follow one person getting the tatau they have to have a partner. There is also a ceremony to congratulate the person/persons that have completed their tatau. Yes, the Samoan tatau is very significant because it symbolizes the pride of the Samoan people. As a person with a Samoan backgroud It is good and rare to see a girl/woman have a passion and interest in being a ( tape'a)Samoan tattoo artist.

Beautiful art pieces

Watching this made me want to learn a lot more about my culture, so thank you.

the dot design is beautiful

What about the ceremonies that goes along with "earning" tattoo?

People would say that’s a nice cat That’s a wolf😑 Dead😂😭

I love my full tamoko sleeve just beautiful!..🙌🏽🙏🏽

The tattoos have come back, but in an age of vanity. These young people aren't getting them for authentic reasons.

always loved island life that was always my goal to live on the islands and I wanted one of these forever so hopefully I will get one of them

Awesome video

Sad to say only 1 left in the Philippines who’s doing the traditional Tattoo. I hope I will have an opportunity getting a tattoo from her. Samoan and Maori? Has a similar pattern in the tribe from Philippines especially in my Place Bohol Philippines and also Cebu.

100% educational.

So glad to be there doing Oscars tattoo.. Tulauena Mareko Tatau (TMT)

That was awesome. Great job! Would have love to see a bit of Filipino tribal included.

Love it

I have so many questions, and as usual being a pakeha on the east coast of the usa i've got zero Polynesian friends to ask them of. Anyone that reads this and is Polynesian, you're who Im talking to/asking questions searching for greater understanding and knowlege. So as stated Im a pakeha and I have a mix of other tattoos, none of them Polynesian though. I watched a ted talk a while ago hosted by a Maori activist that spoke on Mana....and it really resonated with me. I know a lot of my family history because I come from a largely Quaker family and my ancestors were quite good at record keeping; in this I know I'm somewhat uniquely blessed being so many dont have any of that data/info. The talk on Mana started me on a journey of my own much like these people in the video spoke of; i started learning Welsh and Irish, two dying languages of my heritage. Im planning on traveling Wales in two years after graduating, and ive been researching the British Isles history of tattoo as well which died out long ago. I also started trying to learn Te Reo Maori and Olelo Hawaii (learning resources are rare out on the east coast) and trying to absorb as much of Polynesian culture as I can through any means available (in videos like this and so many more) So to my question(s): i want to show reverance to both my culture and that which gave me the inspiration to start this journey, so would it be even possible to blend both worlds in a tatau in the style, and as i see it the language, of Polynesian tatau? And i suppose if even possible, would you as a Polynesian person feel disrespect by seeing a pakeha adorned with it? I ask out of respect and love only. If you made it this far, i genuinely thank you for your time

Nice video l love it 😀

Parts of PNG are big on Tattoos. Most people got tattooed as early as 11 back then. Most grannies are all covered with Tats

Such an interesting doc. Im currently travelling nz and I am so frustrated to see how pakehas outnumbers maoris, thus, diminishing maoris' culture in some ways. Even with signs translated in maori, I always feel that this wonderful culture should be more present.

well our local son for pacific. he put our local people on the top. thanks you William 😘

Get jumped lol. He's not lying hahahaa

very cool

I hold great admiration for diverse cultures and strongly support the preservation of traditions. Despite being of German descent, I proudly adorn a half sleeve on my right forearm inspired by Maori tattoos. I have incorporated symbols from various cultures worldwide to express my appreciation for the artistry. Personally, I find Polynesian styles to be exceptionally captivating within the realm of tattooing. Nevertheless, it is crucial for me to emphasize my commitment to embracing multiculturalism and showing respect for all cultures and their respective traditions. 🙏🏼😎

Grew up in the pacific islands from NZ to the Philippines. And both my sleeves represent both halves of the places I call home.

I’m Maori on my dads side so I actually plan on getting a tatu

When are you posting the new video with Nick Afoa??

Tattooing has completely died out in my area of Central Province, Papua New Guinea, but is slowly getting revived.

I've never been to New Zealand because I dont have the money and have strong social anxiety. But I really love the Tattao style so much. Am I allowed to make a Kirituhi tattoo by an artist who just copys the design? Or would it only be respectful if a Maori, or Maori inducted artist makes it? And if I had a Kirituhi, what forms are strictly only allowed for Maori?

Fijians too had traditional tattoing, but it was only for the women. The traditional tattoo was almost like the Samoan tatau, except its was from mid thigh to just beneath the belly button, They symbolised complete reverence and honour for their vu (gods). I guess it's not common to hear Fijian and Tongan tattoing, because when the missionaries came they completely abadoned pagan practices ,including these tattoos.

How to select the soul character before doing a mauri tattoo in your hand and chest ?

I wish I could get one of these tattoos but sadly I don't understand or know much about the culture or traditions etc behind it. But even if i learned all about them and became extremely knowledgeable about the meanings I'm a half Portuguese white South African woman. So sadly it seems like I can't get them.

👏👏👏👏good documentary

They should’ve had frost city in there 💯

Seki Samoa!

Im half maori. My mother was born and raised in auckland nz. Unfortunately i was born in the states and havent gone to NZ yet. I have hundreds of family in NZ and Hawaii. I def took mostly the polynesian genetics.

if youre not poly.. don't get a poly tattoo! unless you deep in the culture and are family with polynesian peoples

Seki Samoa alwayz love island life HOME SWEET HOME 685 BABY

I miss my island of niue. I just miss polynesia....

4:12 HAHAHAHAHA PANI

What’s the song in the background plsss from 8:34

Oscar - my wolf looks like a cat lol

does anyone know where i can get one of the tattoo kit like that

Why do they feel like outsiders as if New Zealand isn't a Pacific island?

Saw a guy in Melbourne with a taulima, asked him where he got it and he said in New Zealand. I asked who did it and he said a white guy - wtf!?!?

Any of you guys close to Hawks Bay 👍🌴🇫🇯

Natural Tatau is the real deal.

Any new video?

in fiji we got our own design for tatto and for tapa making

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Im tongan and samoan half half

History stated tatau meaning otherwise,,, there is true meaning and story behind tatau and most people dont know about it,,, but i thank pacificans for their pride in tatau,tatto,,,

Lmao, those white girls with blue eyes and hazel eyes. Okay there Islander.

I have white skin but I have ta moko it makes me feel safe.❤️❤️

Lance Hadfield's subtly distinctive handiwork @20:23 is masterly.

Mean nice mahi good koreo

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My great grandfather was Samoan but i always wonder if that means it's okay that i identify as Samoan as well

Is it cultural appropriation/ offensive for a non-polynesian (indian heritage) to get a polynesian tattoo? Always been drawn to polynesian art but never known whether it's okay to get

Polynesian pride

I'm a black man married to a Hawaiian woman. I a traditional Samoan Pe'a so bad! I'll probably never get one because it's not my culture.

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DAMN that Brahma Bull arm tattoo of the Rock was fucking iconic, its a shame he covered it up with a big one that distracts from the traditional one on the other side..

I want to get designs from the Islands my ancestors came from, starting with Tongan/Samoan designs, then Tahitian and finally Aotearoa. ❤🖤❤🖤❤🖤

Why is Kapernick in this video????

bruh i kinda wish i was polynesian or samoan

Damn.. He looks like John cena aye

People please spell the word kaulima correctly is not kalima, my grand father was a well known tattoo artist back in his prime days.

Kia Ora Tyler Jade

Its funny cause back in the 80s and 90s never ever seen a Toko with a tatau🤣🤣😂 😆

100.😎😱😍

so basically if you're not poly go to carl or tyler

There is one of the bro town voice actors

It originated in the Philippines, as we have the vey same tatau tools, and they can be carbon dated as far back as 4000 years.... sadly as a cultural practice it was banned and destroyed due to 500 years of colonilaism, yet a few tribes still practices it as they where never conquered. Ironically all Polyunesians can trace their ancestry on their maternal side back to a woman from one of them, Igorot proven by DNA (humans, animals and plants), lingusitic and now recently archeological evidence. Lol even that bamboo chair is from us as well. You show us in the beginning of the clip, but explude us from the history/evolution of tatau... the paradox and irnoy.

Wait, SBW isn't Māori?! 🤣

SBW must of been cut when people assumed he wasnt a samoan. Yet people forget that "Williams" is a Palagi family name. SBW should embrace himself better and pay homage to his Palagi bloodline also. He is of atleast 2 nations not just 1. No excuses

NA nana

Shame they didnt go into other Pacific islands like melanesian n micronesian tattoos

Your legs will be strong and you will go as far as you can. LMAOO!! Im sure she didnt need a malu to tell her "she will go as far as she can"...lol

Im Maori but I love gang tattoos face an all since 74

So what are y’all thoughts on nonpolynesians getting Polynesian tattoos? One side, ppl are arguing that it’s cultural appropriation (many of the ppl who get it don’t even understand the meaning/story behind it) and that only Polynesians deserve to get it...but on the other, I feel there is an appreciation/respect side to it as this is the original form of tattooing and the word itself came from the Polynesian language, isn’t it a good thing that they are understanding the past and trying to spread it even more? Idk just a question I’ve always had

10:16 min in... The artist mentions tribal tramp stamps... How man dudes have aimed at those things in the worst way...??.. Seriously, leave a like, let's get a count going😂😂😂😎😎

Tatto originates from Fiji according to our legend we call it Kia in fijian langauge but only women got tatto then to samoa an tonga

Still can't believe some people have a problem with other people having Polynesian style tattoo. Obviously not the traditional tattoo like the pe'a and malu but if they want a arm tattoo nothing wrong with it.

Did she just say "dickaids" 00:56

Im a new Zealand born Tongan Samoan idk abt my culture doe well hardly A.D livin

I'm 14 yrs of age and my cuzin is sunny bill and no one will do my tatau