Now that Polynesian tattoos are considered cool ... Such a special memory that I cherish! Each of the symbols can hold multiple meanings. For example, spearheads can represent the warrior ...

This graphic from Teiki Huukena’s Polynesian Tattoo Dictionary ... tatau was practiced differently and symbols had different meanings,” notes Samuela. “For example, people living on ...

Etched into her skin from the wrists up to her nail beds, the markings are no ordinary tattoos, but symbols of traditional "tatau" found among the people of the Polynesian island country Samoa.

Animals are common symbols in Polynesian tattoos, like birds, which represent freedom, travel and spiritual guidance. Sharks are revered as symbols of power, protection, and fearlessness.

“Tattoos in Samoan culture are ... holds special meaning. It started with a crest on his pec that he designed himself that includes three symbols. One of them is a Celtic eternity knot that ...