She said, “The arrow represents mental health awareness. But because I feel like I don’t know my culture well enough, I don’t want to go back home and face my family. I’m still learning about the tatau – I wouldn’t call myself an expert (yet)… but if you still need help, I’ll do what I can. I love the research you undertook HGG very thoughtful and articulate. BTW, I am only 16 which may change your mind to think “no you’re too young”, “you’re just doing it to show off your tattoo”. Learn how your comment data is processed. I notice that your information is from the 1930 book “samoan material culture”. Posted by hamogeekgirl | Tatau Samoa, Le Api | 43. The only thing that puts me off is teen Instagram model Malu Trevejo, although only teenagers who like keeping up with teen celeb drama are familiar with who she is. Wow this is amazing. Do I have to be Samoan to get a Samoan tattoo?

Another great article!

Hi… I have samoan tattoos ( i’m a tattooer)… i have colleagues who do this type of tattooing and I have had the pleasure of working as ‘stretcher’ for one…… i find this style of tattooing the most satisfying to do…. After all, culture is really about people, right?

i was born in Pago Pago and wanted to show my respect to the Samoan culture by getting a Samoan tattoo, would that be disrespectful? I also read that one of the things that make Samoan tattoos distinct from other Polynesian tattoos is that they do not contain circular lines. Another pattern is taken from the nets used to catch pigeons. We should encourage our people to learn about tatau if they’re planning on getting one. Hi I’m a students and I was wondering if you could answer some of my question plz it’s for my school project… It has made me want one even more. For example, one symbol that looks like a ‘V’ comes from the footprints of a particular bird. It’s definitely not something you would undertake lightly. Is there any way I will be able to receive information on this please? Tattoo: Lili Reinhart has a tattoo on the left side of her rib cage in black ink which is an upside down triangle with a horizontal line through it.

My father has given me his blessings and even though I not fluent in the language I am learning. Tattoo is, after all, unique in its permanency, as the inked designs fuse with the body. My Nana was the Ali’i’s daughter, and therefore the highest taupou in the village: Nofoali’i. As for a book? I used to think the same way. And listened to Audi you included of interview. I didn't realize it was a real Hawiian name! You will receive an email (no more than once per day) summarizing any new mentions of Malu on Nameberry. Malu or Malou might be a retro-chic nickname for a child given the family names of Mary and/or Louise. The Truth about the Samoan Tattoo – Part 2. I just wish to add my 2c into what you spoke about with the proverb “E muamua ta lou gutu ona ta ai lea o ou vae”. I have a paper from Su’a Sulu’ape Paulo (who was the tufuga you referred to who died in NZ) and he has given different naming as follows… Malu is a charming Hawaiian name chosen by ex-Talking Head David Byrne for his daughter. Bless, Wow… I totally missed these latest comments somehow…. Theoretically, taupou title has been passed down to me and next time I go back home I am meant to have saofa’i. She has always been very fond of Acting, Dancing, and Singing. I hope you were able to find sufficient resources for your article. First is the pula tele, the large upside-down triangle. I wear my heart on my sleeve.

Another symbol looks like a centipede. Maybe a little cross or a bible verse.” And in 2014 she wrote “getting an arrow and a cross for sure, also the name of my dog when she passes away.”. | Notebook : Samoa, The Truth about the Samoan Tattoo (Tatau) – Part III | One Samoana, Wearing a Samoan Tattoo with Respect and Pride. Do I have to be Samoan to get a Samoan tatau. Another one looks like a spearhead, and so forth. I’m sure there are many others who feel the same way that don’t have time to let you know how much they appreciate what you have put together. The name Malu is in the following categories: Hawaiian Names, Pacific Islander Names, Polynesian Names, Unisex Names. So yes, we’re all about family.

hi hamogeekfirl jst want to know so were is the samoan tatto originally from is it from fiji or is it from, this fiti town in samoa, Wow, I love reading your posts. I feel like they will think that I am mataga and will reject me altogether, so I thought that I should get a malu to prove that I am ready for this commitment, this title. Also wondering what the difference is between a Tauleale’a and a Pulau’u? I’ve loved reading your articles, and they’ve been alot of help to me so far. Sorry I missed this comment of yours for some reason. Are there any other social media sites that you can be followed on? Get One Samoana updates sent to your inbox: The Truth about the Samoan Tattoo (Tatau), A Samoan artist to watch: Lalovai Aisake Peseta. These geometric designs carry symbolic meaning for the Samoan people, and can be used to visually represent values of personal significance. So a pulau’u can also be a tauleale’a, and a matai can also be a pulau’u… especially these days. With a little more knowledge, though, you will be able to read a deeper, more personal story in the same patterns. I think Malu is adorable. I was wondering if you could email me with any other resources and information you have that will be able to guide me through my research. It seems there was confusion when the palagi’s started recording information and they probably pointed to the back of a man’s tattoo and asked what is was and so was told the name of the part on the back they were pointing to”. Would you like to follow Malu?

I am Tongan and even though we abolished the tradition of the Ta Tatau because religion, I think culture is always something we must embrace.. I know that was a lot of “I want…” but it is true. As a writer, Tanuvasa himself was a diligent researcher who learned a lot about the tatau from renowned tufuga Sulu’ape.

You’re willing to learn the culture and tatau protocol, then that’s great. Please let me know if you think I should go through with receiving my malu or not. That small black triangle at the back is an example of an image common to all malofie. I mean…it was an embarrassing moment for her. It just means that you should strive for a little bit of wisdom first before you rush to get a tatau done. I respect and love the fa asamoa way. I can hardly keep up with a blog, much less write a whole book lol But if I ever do, I’ll definitely let you know , Talofa I would like to find a tufuga in the states, If that’s possible, to get it done traditionally. Your email address will not be published. the ink was later retouched by the same artist in May 2017. Although it’s still widely acceptable today to call this tattoo a pe’a, I hope we all get used to referring to it by its original name. You seem very informed on tatau and I would love to hear you’re opinion and you’re thoughts. I’m Samoan and my son’s have tattoos and theirs have been done to closely represets their culture traditional and respectful of it.they have been done by one of a few that does this. It sounds like he was paraphrasing what he learned from Sulu’ape – probably the information you’re quoting, although I got the impression that Tanuvasa was referring to conversations they’d had – but it’s generally the same idea, don’t you think? So this is the continuation of my report on what I have learned about the Samoan tattoo over the years, thanks largely to the class I took and an interview I conducted with the late Afioga Tofaeono Tanuvasa Tavale. Its literal translation: “Tattoo the mouth before tattooing the legs”.

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