Maori Language Week - Ta Moko

1. Looked at pictures ngā To Moko.

2. Looked at the possible meaning in the Ta Moko patterns. Such as knowledge, an expert in fishing, with crops, building...
3. Traditionally Ta Moko was made with a chisel.
4. Ta Moko starts out small and grows as the person grows in experience and knowledge. The females usually only have their chin done. But they all can add more to their bodies.
5. Painting a mask with skin colour, or close to it.

6. Designed our Ta Moko

7. Drew on our Ta Moko onto our mask with vivid.

Watch for our finished masks.