Haida Gwaii -
skindigenous

Tue, Nov 18 4:30 P.M. NH World (11.3)

Written and directed by Courtney Montour. When Haida artist Kwiaahwah Jones picked up the needle and traditional Haida tattoo practices that were once outlawed, she inspired a whole new generation to embrace their Haida culture and make it their own. She has curated Haida art exhibits across Canada but found her true calling in Haida hand poke tattoos. Tattooing was an important part of Haida culture, signifying family lineage and rank in society. Kwiaahwah draws inspiration from being out on the land and water in Haida Gwaii. She sees the revitalization of Haida tattooing as a reconnection to her ancestors.

Duration: 25 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 211

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Tue, Nov 18	4:30 P.M.	Haida Gwaii NH World (11.3)

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)