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The artform has been around as long as the Polynesian people. They are considered by many to be the originators of tattooing.
Hawaiian tattoos, like the tattoos of many different cultures have a vast variety of meaning and long cultural history. A good source of information would be your local library to check if they have any books about Hawaiian culture or the website A Polynesian Tattoo has information on the subject.
According to my book on polynesian tattoos,they are used to symbolise light in darkness.
There are two types of tattoos used in the Polynesian culture. The first one is a Etua, which is religious. The second one is called Enata, which is linked to an individual's own origin or identity.
Blackwork tattoos are tattoos that are done entirely with black ink. These Tattoos have many meanings, most common blackwork tattoos are designs. However since the popularity of blackwork tattoo are is increasing you will find many kinds of tattoos using this method.
They poke and stick or tap, and theirs usually have spiritual or life cycle appropriate meanings and themes.
Insect tattoos and their meanings can have a great number of differences. Butterflies for example tend to be beautiful and mean something peaceful.
It is unclear where tattoos originated although some believe they began in Polynesian countries there is mention of tattos even in the Bible. Find out a breif history of tattos at http://www.designboom.com/history/tattoo_history.html
4. 2 on his left arm and 2 on his right armOne of them was designed by him. He says that his tattoos do not have meanings, 'cause"People change and so do meanings, as long as you think they are cool that should pretty much remain."
Rainbow tattoos will have different meanings to each person who gets one. They may symbolize a new beginning or something that makes you happy.
Most Hawaiian tattoos are called Maori, or Polynesian tattooing. It is a form of tattooing that was made famous by the Hawaiian tribes and is considered to be part of their culture.
Tattoos of stars on knuckles can have different meanings to them. They can have a nautical meaning or they can just be decorative.