Sky Woman: At the top of the tattoo, place an image of Sky Woman, who fell from the Sky World in the Haudenosaunee creation story. She's often depicted as a figure surrounded by stars or celestial motifs. Perhaps she could be shown in the act of falling, stars streaming behind her. Turtle Island: Beneath Sky Woman, illustrate a large turtle, representing Turtle Island (North America), where the muskrat brought up earth from the bottom of the sea to create solid land on the turtle's back. Depict the earth on the turtle's back with a few shoots of new life, signifying the growth of all life. Trees, Animals, and Sky Holder: Depict various elements of nature around the turtle and on its back. These could include the roots and branches of the Great Tree, which Sky Woman fell from; various animals, like the deer, bear, and wolf, which are significant in Haudenosaunee culture; and the figure of Sky Holder, Sky Woman's grandson, who raised his grandmother's body and created the sun and the moon from it. Circle of Life: The overall design could be enclosed in a circular or oval shape, symbolizing the Haudenosaunee belief in the interconnectedness and continuity of all life. tattoo idea