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Mokomae

Description:

Mokomae is a native tattoo artist on Rapa Nui / Easter Island. He specializes in Rapa Nui images and tribal tattoos, of his own design, that are unique to the history and culture of the island.

His tattoos are safe - he takes all the necessary precautions.

Mokomae is also a dancer in Kari Kari and he makes traditional jewelery.

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Kirsten Koza (recommender) (10 / 10)

reviewed 06/10/08 17:35

Kirsten Koza spent 2-5 days with Mokomae.

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I received 3 tattoos that I couldn't get any where else in the world, and had a historical and cultural lesson from Mokomae as he worked.

I also watched Mokomae perform in Kari Kari -- the island's dance troupe. When you see the Rapa Nui perform, all mystery as to how the gigantic Moai (the big stone heads on Easter Island) were transported, vanishes. It's obvious that the Rapa Nui people could work together to move monoliths!
Best bits: Experiencing something completly unique and specific to this one place in the world.
Worst bits: The sun on the island is the strongest I've experienced in the world. You might want to save the tattoo until the end of your trip so you can enjoy the salt water and outdoors fully.

Ratings

Overall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes