This small but meaningful Polynesian shark tattoo was prepared for Amy, to match a similar turtle tattoo she had on her right foot.

The frigate bird on the front symbolizes direction, setting a goal and going for it, with tenacity, determination, and adaptability (shark teeth, hammerhead shark, and octopus tentacle) to reach a new beginning (the koru) and stability (the mountains) together with family (flax leaves for family unity).

Tiki eye and hand bring protection along the voyage, the fish hook is a symbol of prosperity, and the frangipani flower of femininity.

The colored image below shows the main elements within the tattoo: