Tatau garden celebrating the fusion of cultural

celebrating the fusion of cultural tradition and innovative design

Vanessa Finney

observation

West Coast Banded Snake

Through The Torch

Tatau garden celebrating the fusion of culturalTatau: The Art of Samoan Tattooing by Mark Adams Originally published in 2010, Tatau showcases Mark Adams' groundbreaking photographs of the Polynesian tattooing tradition, focusing on the influential Sulu'ape Paulo II, a pivotal figure in modern Samoan tattooing. Captured between 1978 and 2005, these powerful images document the artistry and cultural significance of tatau, its role within Samoan migrant communities, and its impact on New Zealand art.