Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 20, Number 05, 1 May 2003 — 'Skin Stories' [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

'Skin Stories'

film explores world of tattoos

The documentary "Skin Stories: The art and culture of Polynesian tattoo" explores the transformative power of tattoo as a way of honoring the past, exploring one's inner-self and preserving a culture for the future. Producer Lisa Altieri and Director Emiko Omori journeyed throughout the Pacific to gather and present this collection of skin art stories from Rotorua in New Zealand to the first international convention in Apia, Sāmoa. The 58-minute documentary also delves into the work of Native Hawaiian tattoo artist Keone Nunes. "Skin Stories," whieh is co-presented by Pacific Islanders in Communications and KPBS San Diego Puhlie Television, airs nationally on puhlie television on Sun., May 4. Locally, it broadcasts on KHET-TV (Hawai'i Puhlie Television) at 9:30 p.m. The Honolulu Academy of Arts will also screen "Skin Stories" on June 9 at 7:30 p.m.

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