Taiwan
skindigenous

Written and directed by Randy Kelly. The Paiwan people are one of about 20 Indigenous minorities who make up roughly 3 percent of the population of Taiwan. When Cudjuy Patjidres discovered that his Paiwanese ancestors had a tattoo culture, he was surprised and amazed. Having developed his artistic skills from watching his grandfather weave and carve wood, he is now dedicated to preserving the ancient symbols and designs that were once common on the island.

Duration: 25 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 204

About Skindigenous:

SKINDIGENOUS is a series of 13 half-hour documentaries on the art of tattooing as practiced by indigenous peoples around the world.

Each episode dives into a unique indigenous culture to discover the tools and techniques, and the symbols and traditions that shape their tattooing art.

The art of the tattoo becomes a lens for exploring some of the planet's oldest cultures and their unique perspectives on life, identity, and the natural world.


Future Broadcast times for "Skindigenous": (show all)

Tue, Nov 18 2:00 P.M. Kahnawake     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 18 2:30 P.M. New Mexico     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 18 3:00 P.M. Lebret     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 18 3:30 P.M. Nimkii     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 18 4:00 P.M. Iqaluit     NH World (11.3)
Tue, Nov 18 4:30 P.M. Haida Gwaii     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 2:00 P.M. Los Angeles     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 2:30 P.M. Keith Callihoo     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 3:00 P.M. Kiskihkoman     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 3:30 P.M. Toby Sicks     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 4:00 P.M. Stacey Fayant     NH World (11.3)
Wed, Nov 19 4:30 P.M. Lianna Spence     NH World (11.3)


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