Joseph Vaeau

Meet Joseph (Joe) Vaeau, the creative soul behind Manea Tattoos a proud Cook Islander artist dedicated to keeping cultural heritage alive through tattooing. For Joe, tattooing is more than art; it’s storytelling, connection, and identity.

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With nearly a decade of experience, he specialises in Polynesian tattooing, blending Cook Islands traditions with flowing, freehand designs that move naturally with the body. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, a living expression of culture, strength, and pride.