
Darby Tuhaka has practised traditional tā moko all over the world. He arrived in Paeroa ten years ago and now calls the town his home.
Photo: KELLEY TANTAU
Providence surrounds Paeroa tattooist
Darby Tuhaka is 10 hours into tattooing a pūhoro , a traditional Māori tattoo which extends from the waist to the knees.He’s facing a further 50 hours of work ahead…