Traditional tattoos have a long history and deep meaning in Inuit culture. Inuk traditional tattoo artist Arsaniq Deer explains how colonization negatively impacted the practice Stream the Spirituality episode of Telling Our Story on CBC Gem 📺 | CBC Docs
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In this reel, I’m sharing the meaning behind my traditional Inuit tattoos—markings that carry deep cultural, spiritual, and ancestral significance. These are not just tattoos; they are a reclamation of identity, strength, and survival. As an Inuk artist, having these markings on my hands while I create is a reminder of where I come from, who I carry with me, and the stories I honour through my work. Every time I bead, sew, or carve, my tattoos are part of that expression—grounding me in my truth
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