The Oldest Tattoo Artist

Acylic on canvas
65cm x 81cm
$2,000.00
By Kareem C. Acdal

Kareem is a singer, composer, busker, and visual artist who is passionate about landscapes and a wide variety of artistic forms. Originally from the Philippines, he moved to Australia to share his God-given talents and his deep passion for both art and music. From a young age, Kareem carried a vision and creativity within his soul, aspiring to express the deeper meaning of life through art, and to share that expression with the world.


Whang-od Oggay, better known as Apo Whang-od, is regarded as the oldest mambabatok - a traditional Kalinga tattoo artist - in the Philippines. At 107 years old, she embodies the beauty, strength and power of women, and is celebrated as a living legend.