Grace Palicas, the grandniece and protégé of “mambabatok” Apo Whang-Od, is elated by world recognition bestowed on the revered tattoo artist over her cover story for a fashion magazine featuring the country’s ancient tattoo heritage. | HMallorcaINQ
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In her Facebook page on Monday, April 3, Palicas said that it’s been a “journey” to see Whang-Od’s story being told to a wider audience. She also recalled an encounter with American anthropologist Lars Krutak, who visited their Buscalan village where “life was hard.
The tattoo artist then spoke about Apo Whang-Od’s enduring legacy in local culture, as she noted her determination to keep their “tradition going” with the “new generation of artists.” Palicas also noted that the future “looks good for Filipino culture,” as she hoped that her grand-aunt’s story would serve as an inspiration to preserve the country’s ancient tattoo heritage
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