Taeae

Design Story

Two hammerhead sharks swimming side by side are the main element of this Polynesian half sleeve tattoo prepared for Antonio.

They symbolize two friends who become like brothers when their families met (the double spiral on the shell of the turtle representing family).
At the heart of this friendship there are trust and respect (the mere with the Marquesan cross in the center, surrounded by braids for union and shark teeth for adaptability). The handle of the mere is shaped by two chasing birds symbolizing help always granted, and it crosses a path of Kamehameha because when there were difficulties, they were overcome together.

Fish symbolize prosperity while a net within a circle of people represents cooperation and service to others.

The dolphin symbolizes friendship, and the lizard good luck.

The colored image below highlights the main elements within the tattoo: