Here are some fabulous tattoos we saw on our trip. Their bearers agreed to let My Rare One photograph them.
The above tattoos belong to a guide on Huahine who originally came from California. His knowledge of Polynesian culture is truly encyclopedic. "Toa Nui" means "great warrior."
This handsome young Polynesian host on the Paul Gauguin ship has a fabulous tribal tattoo. And a beautiful smile.
These eye-catching tats belong to a catamaran captain who originally came from France.
Next post -- Did we or didn't we get our own tattoos?
[All photos by My Rare One, 2014]
Some great tattoos, but I've never wanted one. Afraid of needles.
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i hope you did! i would have come home covered with them!
ReplyDeleteNice designs. Ink on the hands/wrist area are becoming more popular here.
ReplyDeleteAnd the $10,000 question has been ask...Did they or Didn't they. I shall stay tuned!
Fun cliffhanger there.
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I hope so too! At least one! Wow they are beautiful people!!
ReplyDeleteI don't generally like tattoos but I do approve of shirtless exotic nakedness :)
ReplyDeleteNot a fan of tattoos but have to agree with Dezmond. Very charming.. smile.... ;-)
ReplyDeleteI like the sharp outlines on chesty guys tattoo. So cool!
ReplyDeleteThose are fantastic! And yes, he does have a great smile! I'm so glad you're back, you were missed!
ReplyDeleteThese tattoos are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI Like tattoos and have a couple myself. Now the BIG question here is where are photos of yours and the Rare One's?!
ReplyDeleteI've always loved Polynesian tattoos. Such beautiful artwork. And no, as a white guy I'm not douchey enough to ever want one for myself...
ReplyDeleteThe last one has a decidedly Celtic bent. I'm not surprised he is from France.
ReplyDeleteI hope you *did* get tattoos! I've got some that I love. Each with their own story. Can't wait to see tomorrow….
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tattoos! And boo on the missionaries! What's that expression? A pox on all their houses! Lol. I better watch out for my karma. Lol again
ReplyDeleteOh, I cannot wait to know the answer to that. Also, are they still done the traditional way ?
ReplyDeleteHi Silver Bunny -- I don't know if any of the tribal ones are still done the traditional way, but I suspect not. The traditional way hurt like hell! Also, modern techniques are quicker and more sanitary. And tattooing is probably regulated under French law, now that I think of it.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of tattoo art, although I have none myself.
ReplyDeleteNow did you two get something symbolic of your love while you were there?
David said that if I ever get a tatt he would divorce me. So, I must worship them from afar. *sigh*
ReplyDeleteNot really a tattoo person, but I appreciate the artistry involved.
ReplyDeleteI'm gonna say you did. I flirt with the tattoo fantasy but probably will never get one.
ReplyDeleteI considered getting just a simple tattoo for years, but I never did get one. Then after I was married I told my husband I was considering getting one and he was like NO... NO TATOOS.
ReplyDeleteNow I'm too old and a tatoo would just look wrinkled and baggy so guess it's out of the question now.. dang it.
I think you got one... I hope you did!
So this is what you have been up to!
ReplyDeleteI have no tattooes...my daughter has many....
Can't wait to see yours!
Cheers!
Linda :o)
How nice that they brought this practice back after the Christian missionaries had sucked the joy out of it :)
ReplyDeleteWell, now I'm curious to see what you ladies have (or have not) done...
I love tribal tats, but not on skinny white chicks.
ReplyDeleteChristian missionaries have decimated Native cultures; they have robbed them of their traditions and their languages.
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Love these tattoos!! Having 7 of them myself, they are a beautiful way of expression and individuality. Can't wait for tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteThey do have great tats ~
ReplyDeleteone has great tats and a great smile ! :)
Very cool tattoos! I really like the hand ones! Thinking of getting one on the hand ;o) That guy has a great smile ;o)
ReplyDeleteOK holy cow - OUCH. I have three relatively small ones, and you know when you get them they scab up, right? I admire the patience and pain tolerance of these people.
ReplyDeleteI would love to cover my tattoo with a nicer tattoo. Too chicken now. Maybe one day I will be in a pissy mood and get it done.
ReplyDeleteI personally don't have tattoos but love them (when done well) on other people. I think the tattoos on the hands and wrist are very cool.
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