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There is no such thing as a maori Celtic sun tattoo. Māori and Celtic are two different cultures

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Facial tattos in maori culture are used to denote rank within a tribe and what tribe you are from.

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What is a good website to draw Maori tattoos?

"Maori Tattoos and Non-MaorisBy using a moko pattern for your own tattoo design, you may be insulting the Maori people. It is never ok for a non-maori to wear a Maori tattoo pattern, even if it is done with respect. Maori tattoo patterns and symbols are a way of personal identification for the Maori people. By copying their designs you steal a part of their identity, what the Maori see as an insult.If you want a tattoo design in the Maori style, find a tattoo artist that has experience with Maori tattoos and knows about these issues. He can design a tattoo for you that has the looks of a moko without the Maori symbolic ties."Have a look at http://www.storm3d.com.This designer is specialized in Maori / Kirituhi style designs and does custom pieces, and has high resolution designs for sale on his website.From the web page: http://www.freetattoodesigns.org/maori-tattoos.htmlTHAT being mentioned.... check here... http://www.maori-arts.com/tikitat/index.htm


What is the name for a maori tattoo?

Most people refer to the full facial tattoo for males and the chin tattoo for women as "Moko", or sometimes as "Ta Moko".


Why did Air NZ reject a job applicant with a Maori tattoo?

Air NZ rejected a job applicant with a Maori tattoo because the company states its workers should not have any visible tattoos. The decision to not hire the person was up to the company.


Can anyone have a tattoo?

Anyone. It is not prohibited for anyone other than Maori.


What does Stan Walker's neck tattoo say?

It says 'Ataahua' which means beautiful in Maori language.

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What is the meaning of Robbie Williams's Hawaiians tribal tattoo?

He have a Maori Tribal, them coming of the maori's culture, can check it.


The maori name for a chin tattoo?

The Maori name for a chin tattoo is "ngutu whakaheke." In Maori culture, facial tattoos hold significant meaning and represent a person's identity and social status within their community.


What does a hawaiian tattoo mean?

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.


What does Niki Caro mean in the Maori culture?

Absolutely nothing!, there is no "C" in the Maori Alphabet.


What is maori for tattoo?

In Māori, a tattoo is known as "moko." It is a traditional form of body art and cultural expression among the Māori people of New Zealand. The designs and patterns of moko hold deep cultural and personal significance.


Why is Maori culture rejected by NewZealanders?

Why do majority New Zealanders reject Maori culture. Why don't New Zealanders embrace Maori culture as Maori have embraced the English culture.


What are Maori Tattoo?

Tā moko.


What is a good website to draw Maori tattoos?

"Maori Tattoos and Non-MaorisBy using a moko pattern for your own tattoo design, you may be insulting the Maori people. It is never ok for a non-maori to wear a Maori tattoo pattern, even if it is done with respect. Maori tattoo patterns and symbols are a way of personal identification for the Maori people. By copying their designs you steal a part of their identity, what the Maori see as an insult.If you want a tattoo design in the Maori style, find a tattoo artist that has experience with Maori tattoos and knows about these issues. He can design a tattoo for you that has the looks of a moko without the Maori symbolic ties."Have a look at http://www.storm3d.com.This designer is specialized in Maori / Kirituhi style designs and does custom pieces, and has high resolution designs for sale on his website.From the web page: http://www.freetattoodesigns.org/maori-tattoos.htmlTHAT being mentioned.... check here... http://www.maori-arts.com/tikitat/index.htm


Why did the Maori tattoo their heads?

To increase their mana


What does falcon tattoo mean?

s a culture to some country


What is the moari name for a chin tattoo?

A Maori chin tattoo is called a " Tā moko". There are several refernces on the internet with ancient photographs of Maori women thus adorned, with the tattoo identified as a "Tā moko".


What does Aroha mean in Maori?

Aroha means love, compassion, and empathy in Maori. It represents a deep sense of care and connection towards others and is a fundamental value in Maori culture.