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In this episode of the Honest Tattooer podcast, Jon Mesa and Matt Truiano are joined by special guest Kai Watai, a tattoo artist with 16 years of experience specializing in Polynesian tattoos. Kai shares her journey into tattooing, starting with her apprenticeship at 16, and discusses the cultural significance and evolution of Polynesian tattoos. The conversation covers the history and challenges of preserving tattoo traditions, the impact of colonization, and the intricacies of designing meaningful tattoos. Kai also touches on the difference in tattooing ethics across various U.S. states and answers questions about tattooing underage clients. The episode wraps up with Kai presenting traditional Hawaiian gifts and sharing insights on life in Hawaii.
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In this episode of the Honest Tattooer podcast, Jon Mesa and Matt Truiano are joined by special guest Kai Watai, a tattoo artist with 16 years of experience specializing in Polynesian tattoos. Kai shares her journey into tattooing, starting with her apprenticeship at 16, and discusses the cultural significance and evolution of Polynesian tattoos. The conversation covers the history and challenges of preserving tattoo traditions, the impact of colonization, and the intricacies of designing meaningful tattoos. Kai also touches on the difference in tattooing ethics across various U.S. states and answers questions about tattooing underage clients. The episode wraps up with Kai presenting traditional Hawaiian gifts and sharing insights on life in Hawaii.
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