Since most people probably won't understand why this is such a big deal, let's dive into the context: The traditional Samoan tattoo for men is called a pe'a. Done with handmade tools made of bone ...

A skilled tattoo artist, who came from one of only two Samoan families who pass on the ... receiving the traditional tatau for men, known as "pe'a," which covers from the bottom of the knees ...

Skin Stories follows traditional Samoan ceremonies, where body tattoo, or pe'a, is being revived after it was discouraged by Christian missionaries. Wrapping the body from mid torso to the knees ...