Lists of symbols and meanings, a quick reference dictionary, explained examples, maorigrams.
To find right away the correct symbols for the desired meanings.
Symbols, variants and real life tattoos explained in detail.
Sample tattoos deconstructed and explained in detail with clear explanations.
Colour tabs on the side of the book make it easier to switch from chapter to chapter.
Bold meanings make it visually easier to spot them within the text of a page.
Every chapter features a proverb or a way of saying from a Pacific culture.
WHO's gonna like The Polynesian Tattoo Handbook:
people whom, for work or plain passion, love Polynesian tattoos and want to know more about them.
Every passage is explained in a clear and straightforward way, making this book fit both for the tattoo artist and for those who are just fond of Polynesian styled tattoos and have no specific graphical skills.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
1° on iTunes UK Reference Books (August 2, 2012)
1° on iTunes Canada Reference Books (June 26, 2012)
3° on iTunes Germany Reference Books (June 10, 2012)
2° on iTunes USA Reference Books (June 4, 2012)
1° on iTunes France Reference Books (October 20, 2011)
"Thanks for sharing your knowledge! I have been searching the whole net to find something like this!"
Paul Davies
WA
"I live in Hawaii, purchased many Polynesian design books in the past but, this one is the best so far. Very extensive in defining Polynesian symbols & placement. Love it!"
Catana Padilla
Hawaii
"This is such a well thought out and reverent book, well deserved of the sacred art form and important root of our Polynesian culture. I feel blessed to have found it, I learned so much!!"
Kerissa Savea
Hawaii
"Received quickly and in great condition. The contents of the book are very digestible and detailed! Being born and raised in Hawai'i - and dancing hula all of my life, it was important for me to understand more about my culture."
Sergio & Naomi
USA
"This is a must have for tattoo artist that plan on doing polynesian tattoos. You really need to know what the symbols mean before you put ink on anyone. Not to mention it's just plain respect for the history and art of tattooing."
C.W.
USA
"I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and would highly recommend this to anyone who is looking forward to creating a spectacular tattoo design - either for yourself, or your friends."
Poulomi
Kolkata
"Now I know what my next tattoo will look like! Thank you!"
Jon
Shanghai
"The book is simply awesome....loving it so far and will definitely draw (pun intended) inspiration from it for my new tattoo."
Ray
Kuala Lumpur
"I have purchased other books, this one takes the cake! Highly recommend it."
Colleen Redding
Amazon
"This book is presented in an easy to read format with great graphics.It´s all in the details and this book explains the meanings."
Carlotta Farris
Amazon