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Sacred Ink centers Indigenous tattoo artist Missy Mahan, who speaks on the reclamation of Indigenous tattoos and their vital role in cultural preservation.
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Antonia Hatch’s Sacred Ink Spotlights Indigenous Tattoo Artist

Native Lens is proud to kick off its 2026 season with a short documentary directed by Diné filmmaker Antonia Hatch. Sacred Ink centers Indigenous tattoo artist Missy Mahan, who speaks on the reclamation of Indigenous tattoos and their vital role in cultural preservation. Antonia graciously answered a few questions about her … Read more
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