Hawaiian tattoos

When you see someone with a Hibiscus flower design tattooed in any part of his body, it is more likely this person has been to Hawaii. Hawaiian tattoo is a favorite art activity now in Hawaii. Reading this article would give you insights of this Hawaiian tattoo culture.

Tattoo culture is not peculiar in Hawaii. This culture is traced way back in early years of Polynesian settlers. Early Polynesians painted their body for religious purposes and for as expressions of their beliefs and as mark of distinctions and bravery. Many Hawaiian tattooed their body to express their cultural heritage. They also use tattoos to showcase their respect for nature and religious beliefs.

 

Hawaiian tattoos are now part of the modern pop culture in Hawaii. It can be compared to the famous Hawaiian shirts which have their heyday during the 50’s and now enjoying a retro appeal. With the resurgence of the “tiki culture” Hawaiian tattoos are now enjoying vast popularity in today’s modern pop culture. Tattooing is an accepted form of art in Hawaiian pop culture. Tattooing is also a lucrative job for many Hawaiian artists catering to millions of tourists visiting the island.  It’s is a common sight to see visitors having a newly painted Hawaiian tattoo in their body. 

Hawaiian arm tattoo is an example of the creation of Hawaii Pop culture. It is popular among the youth of Hawaii. It is an expression of their desire in keeping alive their tribal heritage.  Some of Hawaiian arm designs speak of war exploits of a tribal group. Some depicts human struggle against nature’s power of destruction. A visit to a tattooing shop is one of the many rare exclusive in vacation packages for group of young teenage tourist.  These young visitors can see the actual tattooing process and see how long a tattoo artist can finish a particular design. In most cases it only takes less than half an hour to finish a hibiscus design.