Did you know that back in the day, tohunga tā moko (tattoo experts) were greatly respected and paid with treasures such as weapons, cloaks and greenstone? Te Haunui is specialised in tā moko and portrait tattoos of Māori gods he’s interpreted. He is a humble student of art and philosophy and comes to our to the ALTBAYS Table Talk to chat with Leo and the visual artist Roimata Taimana. Watch it here now!
Show 253 - Te Haunui Tuna (Tā Moko Artist)
Welcome to Altbays Table Talk (featuring Roimata Taimana and Leo Magri)
Te Haunui Tuna is a Tūhoe artist currently based in Tauranga. He’s spent his whole life honing his artistic skills exploring a myriad of disciplines. He spends most of his work time tattooing. He specialises in tā moko and portrait tattoos of Māori gods he’s interpreted. He is vegan and atheist, which isn’t a common combination you hear with a Māori moko artist. He’s inspired by people who put themselves out there and those who are always willing to learn. He remains a humble student of art and philosophy.
Check ou Te Haunui work at www.tehaunuiart.com
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