🎨 The Art of the Body: From Māori Tā moko to Traditional Body Painting in Africa

Native American: 🎨 The Art of the Body: From Māori Tā moko to Traditional Body Painting in Africa

In many Indigenous cultures, body art is not decoration but language. The body becomes a living archive, carrying stories of ancestry, responsibility, spirituality, and resistance. From the precise lines of Māori Tā moko to the symbolic body paintings of African communities, identity is visibly embodied. 🌀 Tā moko: Living Genealogy of the Māori Tā moko … Read more

The Djembe Drum: A Cultural Icon from West Africa

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The Djembe drum is an important symbol of West African culture and has been used for centuries for ceremonial, spiritual, and musical purposes. It has a unique history and significance in West African culture and is played today by people all over the world. In this article, we will take a closer look at the … Read more

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