Excited to have the latest title from Tribal Publishing available for pre-order. Fingerprints of the Pacific by Will Cattersel. Shipping early July.
For centuries, tattooing held a central place in the cultures of the Solomon Islands, where intricate designs marked status, identity, achievements, and connections to ancestors. Across these islands tattooing was a vital expression of community and spirituality, far beyond simple body art. In recent times, much of this knowledge has faded, with few detailed sources remaining. Recognising the urgency of preserving these traditions, Fingerprints of the Pacific was created to document, reconstruct, and share the tattooing heritage of the Solomon Islands through years of research, archival material, early photographs, and input from elders who are working hard to protect their customs.