The Filipino art of tattooing, or batok, may not be as well known as the Polynesian or Maori tribal tattoo traditions, but after nearly being lost in the late 19th century, it's experiencing a ...

People who receive a tattoo have to be of Filipino heritage. The artists work closely with their ... it to go viral and turn into a trend like Polynesian designs. We wanted to encourage curiosity ...

Zulueta, 55, is of Filipino descent and grew up in Hawaii ... He is not the first tattoo artist to be inspired by traditional motifs, but Zulueta is recognized in the industry as the one who ...

Tata’s childhood passion for drawing alongside his uncle has led to a celebrated career as a highly sought-after Polynesian tattoo artist. Currently, Tata is the resident tattoo artist on the ...

Business Insider spoke with tattoo artists to learn which trends they hope to see less of this year. Here's what they said. Tribal Polynesian designs should come with a personal connection Tattoo ...

Now an ancient bone tattoo kit from the Pacific island nation of Tonga is providing researchers with more than an inkling into the rich history of Polynesian body art, a method so indelible ...

Tattoos in places like Samoa, Tonga, and Hawai‘i can signify a sacred oath to protect and honor one’s community. Audiences are buzzing with anticipation for another rich adventure through ...

Filipino tattoo artist Apo Whang-Od has become the oldest person to ever appear on the cover of Vogue at the age of 106. The magazine also praised the artist on Instagram for how her works symbolises ...