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How are Maori tattoos received by most people where you live? I think most people here are apprehensive about sleeves and tons of tattoos because, and correct me if I'm wrong or looking into this too deep but, it shows a seriously casual lifestyle, usually an afilliation with entry level drugs, and possibly a hole in someones life (missing parent figures, abuse, or whatever makes the person feel less than whole).

Don't get me wrong, I think art that applies to a persons culture can be different, and I like your tatt! I'm sure it took you a while to settle on what them to build the tatt around. You sir, have much more bravery than me, because I could not sit through that without passing out, and on top of that, would never be reserved to the tatt being permanently what I would want.

It's all down hill from there brother.

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It's all down hill from there brother.

Hahaha i've lost count of how many times i've heard that over the past few days

Like I said, theres still alot of work to do on the tattoo, more detailing, shading etc. I'm booked in for another 2 hour session on the 1st of August. Cant wait

those are all uber-cool tattoes and happybd snow, don't worry..downhill starts after 28

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those are all uber-cool tattoes and happybd snow, don't worry..downhill starts after 28

Waaaaaayy after 28. I'm 41 and still going strong.

Author:	snowdevl [ Fri Jul 18, 2008 4:55 pm ]
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Just got this yesterday. Was drawn up from scratch by my cousin, who also did the tattoo'ing. Its still got about 4 hours work to go, the outer outlines are going to be redone to double the thickness, and theres alot of detailing still to do as well as shading. I think its looking good though Not sure if you guys are into Maori tattoo's, but anywho, its of a 'sea bird' diving down on fish. It tells the story of the arrival of the Tainui waka, which is what my Maori ancestors arrived in NZ on, and their journey inland. They arrived in Auckland to what sounded like people calling out. The sound ended up being the calls of the sea birds, who led them from Auckland, inland to the Waikato river.. It also represents my grandmothers journey from the Waikato back up to Auckland (and thats a story for another day haha). What do ya's think?

Author:	Mechacode [ Fri Jul 18, 2008 5:13 pm ]
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Looks good man!

Author:	Flying Eagle [ Fri Jul 18, 2008 8:55 pm ]
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How are Maori tattoos received by most people where you live? I think most people here are apprehensive about sleeves and tons of tattoos because, and correct me if I'm wrong or looking into this too deep but, it shows a seriously casual lifestyle, usually an afilliation with entry level drugs, and possibly a hole in someones life (missing parent figures, abuse, or whatever makes the person feel less than whole). Don't get me wrong, I think art that applies to a persons culture can be different, and I like your tatt! I'm sure it took you a while to settle on what them to build the tatt around. You sir, have much more bravery than me, because I could not sit through that without passing out, and on top of that, would never be reserved to the tatt being permanently what I would want.

Author:	Mechacode [ Fri Jul 18, 2008 9:41 pm ]
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^Resident psychoanalyst. lol

Author:	Flying Eagle [ Sat Jul 19, 2008 5:37 am ]
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I wish I had accreditation better than community college!

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Author:	ScottSpecV [ Sat Jul 19, 2008 1:46 pm ]
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Nice! I just got my first tattoo about a month ago. It's "metal" bass clef:

Author:	89D15CRX [ Sat Jul 19, 2008 4:30 pm ]
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I got this one when I was 16. I was real into my family's lineage and I am 1/2 American Indian. My grandfather was the chief of the Seneca Indians that originated from the Pittsburgh/Beaver County region. This tattoo represents the "Power Within". It's actually alot bigger than it looks. My arms are pretty big...

Author:	SLobra [ Sun Jul 20, 2008 5:02 pm ]
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My first tat, Lady luck

Author:	snowdevl [ Mon Jul 21, 2008 5:54 am ]
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Quote: How are Maori tattoos received by most people where you live? I think most people here are apprehensive about sleeves and tons of tattoos because, and correct me if I'm wrong or looking into this too deep but, it shows a seriously casual lifestyle, usually an afilliation with entry level drugs, and possibly a hole in someones life (missing parent figures, abuse, or whatever makes the person feel less than whole). Don't get me wrong, I think art that applies to a persons culture can be different, and I like your tatt! I'm sure it took you a while to settle on what them to build the tatt around. You sir, have much more bravery than me, because I could not sit through that without passing out, and on top of that, would never be reserved to the tatt being permanently what I would want. Sorry bout the late reply, was my 21st this past weekend and i've been too busy/drunk/hungover It is true that there was once a stigma associated with Maori tattoos, sleeves, and I suppose tattoos in general, but I think these days they are alot more socially acceptable and people generally see them for what they are, which is art, and in the case of most Maori tattoos, symbols of the history associated with a persons ancestry/tribe/iwi/whakapapa. You are right in a way that it did take a while for me to settle on what I wanted done. I've wanted a tatt for a few years now but have never been able to decide for sure what I wanted. This tatt is a 21st 'gift' to me from my family and is something I will carry with me forever, and in that sense I don't think its something i'm ever gonna regret getting done. Geez I hope all that made at least some sense... i'm still quite hungover and bloody tired Oh btw, about not being able to sit through it without passing out. Harden up It didn't hurt at all

Author:	miragerunner [ Mon Jul 21, 2008 6:38 am ]
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Looks good snowdevl. I have wanted a tatt since I was 14 but still haven't got one. I'm 24 now. Congrats on the 21st. happy birthday for sure. lol It's all down hill from there brother.

Author:	snowdevl [ Mon Jul 21, 2008 6:42 am ]
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Quote: It's all down hill from there brother. Hahaha i've lost count of how many times i've heard that over the past few days Like I said, theres still alot of work to do on the tattoo, more detailing, shading etc. I'm booked in for another 2 hour session on the 1st of August. Cant wait

Author:	miragerunner [ Mon Jul 21, 2008 6:45 am ]
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Quote: Quote: It's all down hill from there brother. Hahaha i've lost count of how many times i've heard that over the past few days Like I said, theres still alot of work to do on the tattoo, more detailing, shading etc. I'm booked in for another 2 hour session on the 1st of August. Cant wait Can't wait to see it man!

Author:	leeds [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 8:06 am ]
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those are all uber-cool tattoes and happybd snow, don't worry..downhill starts after 28

Author:	MR HYDE [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 1:22 pm ]
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Quote: those are all uber-cool tattoes and happybd snow, don't worry..downhill starts after 28 Waaaaaayy after 28. I'm 41 and still going strong.

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Author:	miragerunner [ Wed Jul 23, 2008 1:34 pm ]
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Quote: Quote: those are all uber-cool tattoes and happybd snow, don't worry..downhill starts after 28 Waaaaaayy after 28. I'm 41 and still going strong. Well there you have it folks! The descent starts when you decide it's time. I'm 24 and really don't care. I'll be 60 and still won't!