Colours of Humanity Art Prize 2023
Apo Whang-od and the Batok Tattoo Tradition
Apo Whang-od and the Batok Tattoo Tradition
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by Ben Kostrzewa
Medium (Original Artwork): Photography
Print Size: 30cm x 40cm
Apo Whang-od, at 106 years old, has been carving tattoos symbolising strength, protection and beauty for almost a century, part of the Kalinga tradition in northern Philippines. The three dots she tattoos represent herself and her two granddaughters carrying on this indigenous tradition. Apo Whang-od’s answer to what is most important in life? “Do Good.”
Apo Whang-od,現年106歲,在幾乎一個世紀以來一直在鑽研象徵力量、保護和美麗的刺青圖騰,這是菲律賓北部卡林加省傳統的一部分。她刺劃的三個點圓代表著她自己和她的兩個孫女,共同承傳這種當地傳統。當被問及生命中最為重要的是什麼,Apo Whang-od的回答是:「行善。」
First photo (portrait) only - the other two photos are pictured here for reference. Contact us at info@justicecentre.org.hk if you are interested in the photos as a full set. Frame is not included.
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