This has created millions of cultural tribal designs that are still utilized today.
Maori have always been quick to adapt to new technology; when steel tools became available in the 19th century, some of the most detailed Whakairo carving was produced.
Up until a few months ago, I was a Shift Manager at Pizza Hut Laie and a Student Manager at the Brigham Young University-Hawaii Reading Writing Center.
The process of tattooing and the whole ritual was almost a part of their lives and culture and as essential as the basic necessities of life.