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First_Timer_NZ
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 Posted: Fri Oct 23, 2009 7:37 pm Post subject: Kirituhi - NZ tattoo advice wanted |
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Hi.
I am researching my first tattoo. I live in NZ and am possibly looking for someone to design a custom kirituhi- design for me. I love the traditional ta moko maori tattoos and know that the kirituhi are ta-moko inspired designs for non-maori. I think they are beautiful and I love the way they tell the personal story of the wearer.
As a non-maori I have read what I can online about the difference between ta moko and kirituhi but still am not sure if it appropriate to ask someone to design a custom piece based on “my” story – or would that be considered not appropriate? If possible I would like to work with an artist who would also feel comfortable trying to incorporate other design elements (am still thinking but maybe stylised letters, or a celtic theme) into the piece.
Any advice on a designer/artist anywhere in NZ you can personally recommend would be really appreciated. I would LOVE a female artist due to the proposed location of my tattoo, but totally realise that a man could be professional about it – just a comfort thing I guess. Design and the integrity of the artist are more important to me. Cost would not be a factor in making a decision.
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| Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2009 7:51 am Post subject: |
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| well idk if BT does that style, but if i was in NZ i would go visit her and get a tat! lol |
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| Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2009 7:56 am Post subject: |
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Thanks for your reply - who is BT?
(Sorry to be ignorant but I am new to this site) |
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| Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2009 9:06 am Post subject: |
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Bad Taste - New Zealand artist who frequent the EveryTattoo forum!
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| Posted: Sun Nov 01, 2009 1:50 pm Post subject: |
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where abouts in nz are you? that might help us few kiwis that are on here to point you in a direction
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