Design Story
The turtle is a symbol of family and of navigators, and This Polynesian turtle tattoo wants to honor both aspects.
A tiki holds and protects the couple in the center, with a frangipani in between representing their daughter, surrounded by a sun for joy.
The manulua symbol represents the union of two families and prosperity, and so do the braid and fish hooks.
The chasing birds symbolize support always granted to the loved ones, and the front fins are made of waves to represent the ocean.
The colored image below shows the main elements within the tattoo:
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