One of the world’s oldest tattoo traditions, representing a map of our identity and soul.
Mentawai tattoos, or Titi, are a visual language written on the skin. They are not merely decorations; they are a map of a person’s life, status, and connection to nature. The patterns often mimic the lines of palm fronds, thorns, or animal shapes found in our forest home.
The process is sacred and painful, using a traditional needle made from brass or wood and ink made from charcoal. We believe that tattoos make the soul recognizable to our ancestors after death. Each line represents a story of survival and a deep commitment to our cultural identity.
