Why are traditional Filipino 'Batok' tattoos becoming popular in Australia? | ABC Australia
September 20, 2024
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as posted by the channelThe art of hand-tapped tattooing, also known as batok, was practised for generations by indigenous tribes of the Philippines.🇵🇭
Under colonialism, the practice was outlawed and the traditional knowledge almost lost. But batok is now having a revival, with the work of artists like Apo Whang Od inspiring Filipinos to reconnect with their culture and tribal heritage.
Jan Villalon explores the history of Filipino tattoos and what they mean to those who practise the ancient art.
📽 Video produced by Jan Villalon
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