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| We ask that you do not copy the patterns of the tattoos given here as well as the tattoos from our other pages. These tattoos have actual meanings that are specifically made for the person wearing them. Each pattern and design depict their own personal stories of their lives and ancestry, NOT YOURS!!! "Research your own roots and water your own tree." © 1998-2011 TATAK NG APAT NA ALON TRIBE. All Rights Reserved. |
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| September 6-7, 2008 Come join Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe at the 17th Annual Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture at Pt. Fermin Park, 807 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA from 10am to 6pm. This year's theme is katutubong landas tungo masaganang bukas – “native ways toward a prosperous future.” It is our native ways, our traditions, that anchor our community. It is also through our native ways, our human experiences, that we find common threads that interweave the diverse communities that make up our landscape. Whether we refer to "community" as the youth, the various groups that make up Los Angeles, or the community of Pilipinos worldwide, it is our native ways - of song, of dance, of art, of cuisine, of cultivating the ear - that we pass on to the future of generations, to continue to ensure a prosperous future. Come for the whole day and enjoy a wide variety of food, clothing, artwork, books, and other memorabilia will be sold at the event. FPAC features a wide array of cultural and artistic showcases and activities. Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon will have a booth for anyone interested in tattoos or just inquiring some more information about the revival. Hope to see you there! |
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| March 1, 2009 Adobo Nation. For those that were able to tune in on March 1st on TFC, Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe members Mel Orpilla (Amang-RED) and Dante Navarro (Anak) who were representing the Bay Area Chapter, was featured in Adobo Nation to talk about the revival of traditional Filipino Tattoos and . **Disclaimer: We would just like to add that we are not affiliated with 4ZeroEight Tattoo. We work with specific tattooists and affiliated tattoo shops which are featured throughout our website. Thank you! [........video will be up shortly.........] |
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| November 2008 Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe in the Philippines. Pictures soon to follow. |
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| [LEFT] Tribe member, Jason Tauti, Amang-RED. [RIGHT] It is obvious this is a person who copied one of the tribe members' chest tattoos - his tattoo motif and his storyline. |
| APOLOGIES FOR THE LACK OF UPDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING YEARS. AS YOU NOTICE BELOW WHEN WE UPDATE THE TRIBE MEMBERS' PAGE WITH GALLERIES OF PICTURES AND TATTOOS OF CLIENTS WE NOTICE MANY, WHO TEND TO TAKE THE SHORTCUT OF RESEARCHING THEIR OWN ROOTS, FROM FILIPINOS TO DIFFERENT ETHNIC DIVERSITIES THEY TEND TO COPY THESE SACRED TATTOO MOTIFS THAT ARE RESEARCHED ONLY FOR THAT CERTAIN INDIVIDUAL THAT CAME TO US. WHEN THEY ARE POSTED ON OUR SITE THEY ARE COPIED LIKE A TATTOO FLASH. SO IT HAS COME TO OUR ATTENTION THAT THE ONLY WAY TO KEEP THESE TATTOOS SACRED IS TO KEEP OUR GALLERY LIMITED AND UPDATE ONCE IN A WHILE. SO CHECK BACK FOR RECENT UPDATES AS WE WILL BE UPDATING EVENTS AS THEY DEVELOP. THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT IN OUR ENDEAVORS IN REVIVING FILIPINO TATTOO TRADITIONS. MARAMING SALAMAT! |
February 20, 2010 Join us for an evening of learning our Filipino tribal roots. See our beautiful and spiritual tattoos.
Find out how you can get your own tribal tattoos. Learn about your Filipino identity and our warrior past. Come and celebrate
what it means to be Filipino. All are welcome to join us. For more information contact Sacramento Tribe Chapter Leader Duke
Juanitas at Sac_4waves@yahoo.com
Hosted: by the Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe
Where: Mountain Mikes Pizza
2069 Arena Blvd Ste. 100
Sacramento, Ca
(Natomas Area by Arco Arena)
When: February 20, 2010
Time: 4:00p.m.
(Please R.S.V.P. at SAC_4waves@yahoo.com)
Food and Beverage will be provided while they last.
Find out how you can get your own tribal tattoos. Learn about your Filipino identity and our warrior past. Come and celebrate
what it means to be Filipino. All are welcome to join us. For more information contact Sacramento Tribe Chapter Leader Duke
Juanitas at Sac_4waves@yahoo.com
Hosted: by the Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe
Where: Mountain Mikes Pizza
2069 Arena Blvd Ste. 100
Sacramento, Ca
(Natomas Area by Arco Arena)
When: February 20, 2010
Time: 4:00p.m.
(Please R.S.V.P. at SAC_4waves@yahoo.com)
Food and Beverage will be provided while they last.
| RECENT PUBLICATIONS: The journey begins with tattoo anthropologist Dr. Lars Krutak's first encounter with the last Kalinga tattoo artist, the 91-year-old Whang-Od, and is followed by the moving poetry and song of tattooed Kalinga author and elder Natividad Sugguiyao. Sugguiyao's narratives provide an insider's perspective regarding the history and significance of Kalinga batok (tattoo), and they establish new ways of reading the messages encoded in this ancient art form of the skin. Krutak continues with an historical exploration entitled HISTORY OF KALINGA TATTOO that focuses on those cultural institutions that were deeply intertwined with Kalinga tattooing itself. Dramatic images of tattooed men and women taken over the last 100 years and colorful village scenes and landscapes accentuate the chapter. Lars' detailed study into the significance of Kalinga tattooing proceeds with an illustrated discussion of the artistic motifs that comprise Kalinga tattoo art. This chapter, KALINGA TATTOO MOTIFS, is an absolute must read for anyone seeking knowledge (spiritual or otherwise) of the real roots of tribal tattooing practices that are largely disappearing around the world today. Because warrior culture, headhunting, and religious ritual permeated nearly every facet of Kalinga tattooing practice, WARRIOR CULTURE OF THE KALINGA, focuses on these customs. Krutak recounts his experiences with Kalinga warriors (old and new) and breathes life into long-forgotten Kalinga literature revolving around human sacrifice and other ceremonies associated with the human hunt. The nature of the research is outstanding and wonderfully detailed, and the words (and actions) of his Kalinga informants are truly unforgettable. What follows these texts is a remarkably beautiful photographic exhibition of the last generation of Kalinga warriors in vivid color who earned their tattoos on the field of battle. |
KALINGA TATTOO is a photographic masterpiece that explores the vanishing art
of Kalinga tribal tattooing in the remote mountains of the northern Philippines.
Combining the visionary talents of numerous international photographers and the
words and stories of nearly fifty Kalinga elders, KALINGA TATTOO is the first book
to tell the story of this incredibly rich tradition of indigenous body art that is
believed to be 1,000 years old. Here's a rare trove of tattoo motifs,variations and
interpretations which can reveal new perspectives for every interested tattooist.
| RECENT PUBLICATIONS: energizing others to try their hand at Dotwork. Colin Dale, renowned for this style as well, discusses how he creates his body art using hand tools rather than a machine. Photos of Dotwork tattoos, from geometric patterns to ancient Nordic art, are displayed in this chapter. The hardest chapter to label is that of Art Brut because the style simply does not have a title – in fact, it rebels against any categorization. If tattooing is considered outsider art, this is the outsider art of the outsiders. We call it Art Brut, or raw art, a term coined by Jean Dubuffet for art beyond aesthetic norms. The spontaneity and fever that the work embodies is often mistaken for simple, crude line work but nothing could be farther from the truth. In this chapter, the man who has sparked the Art Brut tattoo style, Yann Black of France, discusses the passion and painstaking methods behind his portfolio. Traditional Revival looks at those who honor indigenous tattoo cultures by carrying on their art, customs, technique and spirit. While this book is centered around modern Blackwork, it is necessary to look back at where today’s tattooing derived. The chapter begins with the Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon Tribe, which means the Mark of the Four Waves. Then, there’s the story of Volker Kloth, a German man, who was inducted into the ways of Ta Moko, the ancient art of the Maori in New Zealand. Seymour Kaniho from Hawaii talks about creating art that speak to the wearer’s life story while remaining true to Polynesian tradition. Photos of their works follow the interviews, in addition to images of traditional handwork from Borneo by Jeremy of Monkey Tattoo, and the soulful art from Tahiti by Roonui Anania of Tahiti Tattoos. Finally, the Thai and Buddhist art-inspired chapter begins with the incredible story of Peter Schachner, who was imprisoned in Thailand in the early nineties and learned the craft of hand-poked tattooing from fellow inmates over the four years spent at Lard Yao prison – a name he uses when he tattoos on the road to honor his teachers. Images of his work are exhibited along with those of other tattooists including Mike The Athens of Greece and Jondix of Spain, who strive to keep tattooing a spiritual practice. Black Tattoo Art: Modern Expression of the Tribal is written and edited by Marisa Kakoulas, a heavily tattooed New York lawyer and journalist who contributes to tattoo publications as well as mainstream media. Her daily musings on tattoo culture can be found at NeedlesandSins.com For more information contact: Marissa Kakoulas Email: marisa@needlesandsins.com Website: www.needlesandsins.com |
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BLACK TATTOO ART: MODERN EXPRESSIONS OF
THE TRIBAL
By: Marisa Kakoulas
This amazing book is a photographic journey across the globe – from Borneo to
Belgium, Argentina to Athens, New York to New Zealand and beyond – in search
of avant-garde tattoo art that pays homage to the ancient roots of tattooing in their
contemporary interpretations. No other publication has curated the work of so
many esteemed international tattooists working in black ink and gathered them
into one compre-hensive volume. The journey begins with a look at the history of
tattooing before featuring black tattoo portfolios divided into the following
chapters: Neotribal, Dotwork, Art Brut, Traditional Revival and Thai/Buddhist.
The Neotribal chapter showcases the work of those specializing in contemporary
interpretations of traditional tattooing and the melding of various cultural motifs.
This tattoo work is particularly sought after for its harmony with the contours of
the body. The photos in this chapter are preceded by an interview with the artist
considered the godfather of Neotribal tattooing, Leo Zulueta. Following Leo is a
Q&A with one of today’s top artists in this style, Daniel DiMattia of Calypso Tattoo
in Belgium.
Dotwork tattooing, also called stippling, has gained enormous popularity in recent
years as a way to shade, add depth and texture tattoo art. The literal buzz over
London’s Xed Le Head’s rotary machine creations was heard around the world,
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For more information:
Lars Krutak - Anthropologist & Research Consultant
National Museum of Natural History Smithsonian Institution
Body Marks, L.L.C.
PH.D.
Email: bodymarks@ larskrutak.com
Website: www.larskrutak.com
Lars Krutak - Anthropologist & Research Consultant
National Museum of Natural History Smithsonian Institution
Body Marks, L.L.C.
PH.D.
Email: bodymarks@ larskrutak.com
Website: www.larskrutak.com
THE LAST KALINGA TATTOO ARTIST looks at
the life and work of Whang-Od, the last
Kalinga mambabatok or tattooist, who
dedicated her life to the art of her ancestors.
Krutak, who lived with the master artisan for
nearly two weeks, exposes for the first time in
history the biography of this unique woman
who for more than seventy years has plied the
skins of countless generations of Kalinga men
and women with thorns and other natural
tools.
the life and work of Whang-Od, the last
Kalinga mambabatok or tattooist, who
dedicated her life to the art of her ancestors.
Krutak, who lived with the master artisan for
nearly two weeks, exposes for the first time in
history the biography of this unique woman
who for more than seventy years has plied the
skins of countless generations of Kalinga men
and women with thorns and other natural
tools.
Finally, MARK OF THE FOUR WAVES TRIBE documents the artistic achievements of a
growing number of young Filipino-Americans who since 1998 have each made a
conscious individual effort to revive the indigenous tattooing traditions of the Kalinga and
other tribal peoples of the Philippines. Whether through hand-tapping, hand-poking, or
machine work, the Tribe's dedication to "The Movement" has resulted in the revitalization
of timeworn tribal designs with new design concepts that are beginning to approach the
longstanding accomplishments of Polynesian artists who guided the tattoo renaissance
across the Pacific in the early 1980s. For Krutak and Sugguiyao, the Tribe represents the
very best of contemporary tribal tattoo culture because they dynamically express the
enduring strength of time-tested indelible traditions that firmly anchor indigenous and
modern concepts of identity on the skin for all to see.
growing number of young Filipino-Americans who since 1998 have each made a
conscious individual effort to revive the indigenous tattooing traditions of the Kalinga and
other tribal peoples of the Philippines. Whether through hand-tapping, hand-poking, or
machine work, the Tribe's dedication to "The Movement" has resulted in the revitalization
of timeworn tribal designs with new design concepts that are beginning to approach the
longstanding accomplishments of Polynesian artists who guided the tattoo renaissance
across the Pacific in the early 1980s. For Krutak and Sugguiyao, the Tribe represents the
very best of contemporary tribal tattoo culture because they dynamically express the
enduring strength of time-tested indelible traditions that firmly anchor indigenous and
modern concepts of identity on the skin for all to see.
KALINGA TATTOO: ANCIENT AND MODERN EXPRESSIONS OF THE TRIBAL By: Lars Krutak |
Check out the latest publication from Marissa Kakoulas:
BLACK AND GREY TATTOO: FROM STREET
ART TO FINE ART
By: Marissa Kakoulas
"Black & Grey Tattoo" is a mammoth work. Comprising over a
thousand pages, it is one of the largest - if not the largest - tattoo
book ever published! Its three large-format volumes are contained
inside a lavish and sturdy hardcover box. The set explores a
monochrome art form through a kaleidoscope of the most widely
diverse interpretations and craftsmanly techniques, performed by
tattoo artists from all parts of the world. This tattoo tome explores the
origins of black & grey tattooing - from the prisons and streets of LA
to its contemporary resonance on Hollywood's red carpets, at heavy
metal music festivals, and in private ateliers from Budapest to Beijing.
BLACK AND GREY TATTOO: FROM STREET
ART TO FINE ART
By: Marissa Kakoulas
"Black & Grey Tattoo" is a mammoth work. Comprising over a
thousand pages, it is one of the largest - if not the largest - tattoo
book ever published! Its three large-format volumes are contained
inside a lavish and sturdy hardcover box. The set explores a
monochrome art form through a kaleidoscope of the most widely
diverse interpretations and craftsmanly techniques, performed by
tattoo artists from all parts of the world. This tattoo tome explores the
origins of black & grey tattooing - from the prisons and streets of LA
to its contemporary resonance on Hollywood's red carpets, at heavy
metal music festivals, and in private ateliers from Budapest to Beijing.
While rendered in just shades of grade, the spectrum of design is vast: Aztec warriors, fierce harpies, family portraits,
religious icons and permanent shrines to celebrities adorn these pages. The common thread among them all is their
inventive exposition and mastery of execution. It is divided into three volumes: "Traditional Black & Grey", "Dark/Horror"
and "Photorealism". Indeed, there is cross-pollination among the different styles, but the breakdown is not just for easier
lifting of this monster collection. It is to show how tattoos with similar stylistic elements are interpreted differently by stellar
artists around the world. The books also present the fine art - including paintings and charcoals - of many of those featured,
although the tattoos themselves should be considered fine art.
religious icons and permanent shrines to celebrities adorn these pages. The common thread among them all is their
inventive exposition and mastery of execution. It is divided into three volumes: "Traditional Black & Grey", "Dark/Horror"
and "Photorealism". Indeed, there is cross-pollination among the different styles, but the breakdown is not just for easier
lifting of this monster collection. It is to show how tattoos with similar stylistic elements are interpreted differently by stellar
artists around the world. The books also present the fine art - including paintings and charcoals - of many of those featured,
although the tattoos themselves should be considered fine art.
| SPIRITUAL JOURNEY TATTOO & TRIBAL GALLERY is officially open! Official tattoo shop of Mark of the Four Waves Tribe (Tatak Ng Apat Na Alon) is now open. Spiritual Journey Tattoo & Tribal Gallery (Mon-Sat 2pm-9pm; Sundays - Appointments Only) Located at: 7159 Katella Ave Stanton, CA 90680 Phone: (714)236-0583 We do Peircings, Traditional Hand Poke, Traditional Hand Tapping, and Machine. Specializing in: - Traditional Filipino Tribal Tattoos - Polynesian Tribal Tattoos - Indonesian Tribal Tattoos - Micronesian Tribal Tattoos - Aztec Tribal Tattoos & various other cultures - Color works & Portraits Appointments and walk-ins welcome. • Please note for Traditional Filipino Tattoos they require the same process as stated on the Mark of the Four Waves Tribe website (www.apat-na-alon-tribe.com ) Please fill out the questionnaire and follow the directions listed on the contact page. Thank you! For more information you may contact the Spiritual Journey Tattoo & Tribal Gallery at (714)236-0582 or email at apat_na_alon@hotmail.com |
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