Body art to me is when someone feels a need to express creativity with their body. Whether it's posing with your body, photographing the body, tattoos, modifications, make-up or body paint, it's all a form of self expression that creates Art.
What kind of body art do you do?
I mostly work with cosmetic make-up although I would love to try body paint in the future.
How did you get started?
I studied fine art as a bachelors degree and before finishing my studies I started modelling for photographers and posing for life drawing classes. It was shortly after completing my degree while I was participating in a lot of model work that I fell in love with the art of make-up. Since then I have been creating and learning more and more about body art.
What are your tools of the trade?
Mostly face-paints, cosmetic make-up and brushes. Lots and lots of brushes!
Do you have a signature style?
I always say less is more with my work. I don't feel I have a "signature style" just yet but it is something I hope to explore this year.
Do you have any limitations?
I'd like to think not! HAHAHA! But I do aspire to keep my work in the more beauty and fashion genres make-up wise but I will give anything a go!
What would you say to someone wanting to get into body art as an artist?
I would say, GO FOR IT! I still paint and draw loads but it's always good to try new things. If it works great! If not, move on to the next art form.
Are there any tutorials on deviantArt or outside of it that you could suggest?
I love the youtube selection by panacea81, she is one of the channel's I followed when I was trying to improve my make-up skills and found her work VERY helpful as she explains why she uses certain shapes/shades etc which is something not all tutorials do.
(If applicable) What is the oddest request you've ever had?
Uuuum I had to make someone look pink and sweaty before, which was odd as that's not usually a desired look. Hopefully someone will set me an odd challenge this year!
And just for fun... How many arrests have you had?
HAHAHAA! Thankfully none so far, but then that doesn't mean I'm an angel
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