Facial tattoos have been a part of Maori culture for centuries, a sacred marker of the wearer's genealogy and heritage. But one woman's striking chin design - or moko - has generated huge debate ...

Moko - the art of tattoo - has always been part of the Maori world in New Zealand. It is about beauty, and belonging. And it is much more than skin deep.

Facial tattoos have been a part of Maori culture for centuries, a sacred marker of the wearer's genealogy and heritage. But one woman's striking chin design - or moko - has generated huge debate ...

Tattoos, called Moko, have been an integral part of Maori culture for many hundreds of years. Far more than decorative, the tattoos and their location tell about the person who bears them.

White woman with Maori facial tattoo accused of ‘cultural appropriation’ ‘There’s a level of white privilege that’s being displayed here’ ...

BUSINESS is booming for Maori tattoo artists, as celebrities sprort their designs on the world stage. By David Brooks. 4 min read. June 16, 2010 - 3:29PM. AFP.

Maori tattoos getting under the world's skin. By David Brooks. June 13, 2010 — 12.50pm. Save. Log in, register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later.

Tattoos Now Go The Maori Way by Tanya Thomas on Jun 14 2010 11:07 AM The tattooists bent over Kingi Taurua for 15 hours, using chisels and a stick as a hammer to gouge bold Maori designs into his ...

New Zealand news anchor’s face tattoo honors her Maori heritage “It represents the Maori language. Ultimately, that’s why it’s sitting right on my mouth.” ...

Because the tattoo is supposed to be Social media platform Snapchat removed filters that placed Maori tattoos on the faces of its users following backlash from New Zealand last week.