Tattoos among the Kalinga peoples are known as batok or batek (whatok in Butbut Kalinga). They are among the best known Cordilleran tattoos due to the efforts of Apo Whang-od.

Apr 26, 2023 · Batek or batok (“to hit” or “to strike”) is the term for the traditional tattoos of northern Luzon, after the “tek” sound of hitting the stick during tattooing.

Oct 8, 2024 · The practice of traditional Filipino tattooing, known as "batok" or "fatek" depending on the region, represents one of the oldest and most sophisticated forms of skin art in the Pacific.

Nov 10, 2024 · Dating back to ancient times, Batok tattoos served as more than just body art; they were symbols of bravery, tribal identity, and spiritual connections within Filipino society. One of …

She performs batok ceremonies all over the world and was also featured in the Vogue Philippines cover article of Apo Whang-Od. Natalia and I connected over a FaceTime and got to know …

Dec 13, 2021 · Batok (also known as Fatek/Burik/Tatak/Batek/Patik) is an indigenous Filipino tattooing practice where the practitioner marks the skin by hand-tapping the ink using …

Batok/Fatek/Burik/Tatak/Batek/Patik/Batuk - are all terms for prePhilippine Hand-tapped Tattoos or Ancestral Skin Markings in different Philippine languages. The markings are done by using …

Batok is a crucial element of Kalinga culture, with traditional tattoo artists preserving it. Skilled artisans, such as Whang-od, pass down this ancient tradition to future generations. The batok …

Batok, batek, patik, batik, or buri, among other names, are general terms for indigenous tattoos of the Philippines. [1] Tattooing on both sexes was practiced by almost all ethnic groups of the …

Step into the world of batok, the traditional Kalinga tattooing technique, kept alive by the renowned Whang-Od. Learn how each pattern tells a story of courage and community.