Social Studies - Ta Moko

In Social Studies we have been learning about Ta Moko and its importance in the Maori Culture. This is an example of one I illustrated of a female Ta Moko. >

Explain What I Have Learnt About Ta Moko?

 - Before receiving the Ta Moko the person would have to fast.

- The Maori men were only allowed to undergo their first tattoo upon approaching adolescence.   

- Ancestry is shown on each side of the face.

- Only very significant situations in a person's life allowed for additions to be made to their original Moko.

- The left side commonly symbolized the farther side and the right side indicated the mother side.

What Does My Design Mean?

The design I drew designates a female and females are only entitled to wear their Moko under the chin and around their eyebrows.