Art with a Meaning
Polynesian tattoos are made of several smaller elements similar to building blocks, selected for their meaning and then assembled together in a chosen order to create a meaningful piece.
We are passionate about Polynesian tattoos and reckon that many tattoos out there could have been much better if designed with a bit more of knowledge.
We decided to publish articles to share information on the symbols, their origins and purpose, and how they can be used within a tattoo.
And if you want to know even more, we also have two books that collect over 12 years of research from countless sources, verified individually one by one to guarantee this work is among the most comprehensive and accurate ever published on Polynesian tattoos.
We collected for you 600+ symbols, their meanings, their use, with clear examples and a deep respect for this fascinating tradition.
10+ years anniversary special:
don't miss the chance to get both at the price of one!
Catana Padilla
Hawaii
Kerissa Savea
Hawaii
Chiqui's Mom
USA
BeeBee
USA
John Mochan
UK
Nicolas Kroyer
Germany