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The Polynesian Tattoo Handbook Vol.2: An In-Depth Study of Polynesian Tattoos and of Their Foundational Symbols.

Name: The Polynesian Tattoo Handbook Vol. 2
Price: 23.47 USD
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Rating: 4.5 (324 reviews)
Author: Roberto Gemori

by Roberto Gemori

4.6/5 stars - 323 Reviews

Learn the different styles, their characteristics, and how to draw them.

Covering the 5 main styles: Marquesan, Samoan, Tahitian, Hawaiian, Maori
Symbols & meanings for each style
Cultural background and specific features
3 detailed examples for each style

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HOW is The Polynesian Tattoo Handbook Vol.2 different from Vol.1?

In the years following the publication of Vol.1, many libraries in the Pacific area (Wellington, Honolulu etc.) started digitalizing and placing online for consultation many books that were not easily available before, such as the logbooks of the first expeditions exploring the Pacific Ocean and its islands. Many reports of these first contacts, rare and almost impossible to access otherwise, are now available, carrying a knowledge of the ancient symbols and traditions that was virtually lost before.
A brief description here, a sketched image there, tens of books disclosed their treasures and became the inspiration for this book, which goes deeper than Vol.1 in search of the symbols, their meanings, their purpose and their cultural significance.

WHAT is unchanged from Vol.1?

The passion that was put into crafting a book that is not only informative, but also a pleasure to read.

What you get

206 pages

Cultural background and detailing of the five main styles individually: Samoan, Marquesan, Tahitian, Hawaiian, Maori.

400+ Symbols and variants

Grouped by style. Each style has a dedicated chapter explaining its features, purpose, and symbols.

15 detailed examples

Three examples for each of the five styles, explained in detail to better identify their differences and specific features.

Loved by our Readers

"Good follow up to the first volume. For artists who want to do some justice to cultural significance in regards to polynesian, marquesian, etc."

Patrick Dearman, USA

"I gave this book as a gift to an artist. She loves it and shared that the book really opened up her mind to the culture and appreciation for the lifestyle and expression of the Polynesian and South Pacific Island peoples and their art."

Chiqui's Mom, USA

"This is my first book in this area, and I think it's excellent. Nice examples and explanations."

Marie Heli, Germany

"Very good choice to make tattoos"

Jamai, France

"Lots of detail about each style of tattooing. Explains origins and of course meanings behind the images."

James R. Anderson, USA

"Fantastic introduction to the world of Polynesian art!!"

H.G.Daniel, Germany

"Interesting read with history and insight into tattoo origins of Polynesian people groups! I recently got a Marquesan tattoo and wanted to learn more about the symbols. This book helped me to understand the various design concepts."

BeeBee, USA

"The second volume is the perfect guide to discover the immersive history behind each Polynesian tribal tattoo style. I strongly recommend. Expand your knowledge on the subject and then visit tattootribes and request your custom made tattoo. You will be better for it."

Mirko Fernandez, USA

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"The introduction to each style helps understand its purpose and characteristics, but I think that the real added value is in the lists of symbols and usage samples. If you're looking for a book that lists the symbols, their meanings and how to use them in a tattoo, this is probably it!"

Steven, USA