The simplest bodypainting on the face. The simplest type of home body painting is a flash tattoo.

"We touched on various ways to draw something beautiful. But for some reason we have never touched on this interesting topic like body art. Therefore, in today's article we will talk a little about body art. That is, about where it came from, how to do it (the basics), what is needed for it - and a couple of beautiful examples.

Let's start talking a little about body art from the basics - from the definition. It is generally believed that body art is painting on the body with paints. But in reality, not everything is as simple as it seems at first glance. Thus, according to Wikipedia, body art (body art) is one of the forms of avant-garde art, where the main object of creativity is the human body, and the content is revealed using non-verbal language:

• gestures
• facial expressions,
• applying marks and “decorations” to the body.

The object of body art can also be drawings, photos, videos and body models.

That is, body art is not just drawing on the body with paints. This is also a way to present this drawing (in particular). Moreover, the presentation can be in real time and recorded on information media. It’s cooler, of course, to be present at the same time :) Or even to be a “canvas” for artists. It’s a shame to wash off the paint :)

The origins of body painting are in ancient times. In ritual paint, in religious patterns, in war colors, in tribal tattoos and so on. This probably also explains the desire to take part in body painting modern people- desire to join the past.

Thus, it should be taken into account that in classical body art as an art direction, the body is considered as a thing to be manipulated; artists show increased interest in borderline existential situations. Body art compositions are performed directly in front of the viewer or recorded for subsequent display in exhibition halls.

However, the goals of this article are much more modest. In principle, they are precisely limited to the peculiarities of applying paint to the body - one of the types of body art. This is the most common type of body art, in which the main place is occupied by drawing on the face (face art) and the body as a whole. Nail art is well known - painting nails. Mehndi - body painting using henna, the most durable - lasts three weeks. Let's talk about body painting in more detail.

What you need for body art

Body painting is absolutely safe and does not cause the slightest inconvenience. According to the technique of drawing, body painting is divided depending on the method into airbrushing and manual technique. When airbrushing, an airbrush is used, and when done manually, a brush is used. It must be remembered that all these drawings are only temporary.

Materials for body art can be divided into two groups - professional and improvised. Professional materials (make-up, body paint, body pencil, face painting) are more suitable for experienced artists, whose profession is body painting. Whereas for you and me, novice bodyardists :) any available means are suitable - henna, gouache with glycerin, acrylic paint.

You need to be careful with acrylic paint - on the one hand, it is durable, which is good, but on the other hand, a mistake is difficult to correct. Therefore, to compensate, acrylic paints are often mixed with gouache.

In principle, even multi-colored ones can be used as a bodypainting tool. gel pens. With a certain skill, drawings with pens turn out no worse, or even better, than drawings by professionals. At lower costs :)

How to Draw Bodypainting

Where does body art begin? As in any other form of art, the main thing here is to think through the drawing in advance. To choose a design, you must first listen to your own inner voice, and, secondly, scour the Internet and specialized publications. Today there are a lot of patterns and stencils; it is important that the future design matches the owner who will “wear” it.

If you approach body painting with quality and “forever”, then it is best to depilate the required area of ​​skin. Before applying paint, the skin should also be degreased (with alcohol wipes) and moisturized.

The most important thing you must remember is that body art does not like to be rushed. In an effort to do everything quickly, some artists end up having to at some stage wash off the drawing they have already applied and do it all over again. Take your time, enjoy the process, after all, it’s like an ancient ritual of our ancestors.

Thus, body painting is easy!

By the way, for inspiration - a short video with the results of body painting:

Happy creativity!

You can buy it in a store, or you can make it yourself. They will be safer, but no worse than store-bought ones. After practicing several times, you will be able to create real masterpieces. By the way, Halloween is coming and New Year, so you can put your skills into practice. So, we make paint for drawings on the body with our own hands.

Body art paint recipes

1. Combine sugar and henna in a proportion of ¼, add warm lemon juice, mix thoroughly and place in a warm place. After 6 hours, add some eucalyptus essential oil to the mixture. Place the resulting paste in a plastic bag and cut off a small corner. If necessary, the composition can be stored in the freezer.

Before painting the body, the skin is degreased, then eucalyptus oil is rubbed in. This way the pattern will last longer.

This composition dries for 6-8 hours, after which the excess paint is carefully removed from the skin with a swab.

Attention! Try not to get stained skin wet for 24 hours.

2. The paint contains black tea brewed overnight, 1 tsp. lemon juice soaked in 12 hours of sun, red henna powder. The skin is treated with rose or orange water. Drying the drawing - 2 hours.

3. Mix 2 black tea bags, 2 tsp. date oil, 2 tsp. coffee and 400 ml of water and boil. The mixture should boil for about an hour, after which it should be cooled, excess particles removed, stirred and left for 3 hours in a cool place. Before applying to the skin, add 5 drops each of clove and eucalyptus oils and mix.


Technique of preparation for applying an image to the body

If you decide to master ancient art body art, start practicing on a piece of glass. Cover the stencil with the pattern with it and start drawing with the henna horn from the farthest section. An unsuccessful stroke is erased with a piece of tissue paper. Hone your strokes until you can apply strokes confidently: the paint will not rub off from the skin, so take your time and learn.

After applying the image, accept as given fact that you will see the final color only after 3 days. It is then that the paint will finally “settle”. Remember that on different parts bodies have the same composition different shades: darker on the palms and feet, lighter on the shoulders and hands.


The henna design lasts about three weeks, gradually washing off and becoming discolored. With the help of mehndi, you can often change your look without any harm to your health. Who knows, maybe exactly new drawing will change your life for the better?! At least that's what the ancients believed!

Body painting is great, but we must not forget about our more earthly affairs. Your loved one will not be satisfied with your paintings. True, you can give an ultimatum. If he wants the kitchen to be in order, the house tasty food and a satisfied housewife, invite him to look into the store. There are wonderful sinks here that make washing dishes easy and convenient. And if he doesn’t buy it, then let him wash it himself)

On their wedding day, brides want to be royally beautiful, bright and original. For this case it is always selected best dress, hairstyle, makeup and jewelry. Trend wedding fashion recent years– decorating the bride’s body with various designs, which makes the newlywed’s image spectacular and unusual. Wedding body painting is the decoration of the neckline, arms, back and even legs of a girl with patterns. Let's figure out how the avant-garde pattern is applied to the body and how long it lasts.

Wedding bodypainting ideas for the bride

Body painting is not only an excellent alternative to traditional bridal jewelry, but also a wonderful camouflage of flaws on the body. Girls with birthmarks, scars or other imperfections can easily choose an open outfit and disguise the skin defect using an original pattern. Often beautiful drawing acts as makeup when a professional draws fancy curls and arrows on the newlywed’s face, emphasizing the brightness of the eyes. This look is often complemented with foil, glitter, colored sand or rhinestones. The most popular wedding bodypainting:

• bracelets;
• ornaments;
• orchids;
• sakura branches;
• Angel wings.

Cautious girls do a little painting, while the more daring ones decide to surrender themselves to the master and decorate a significant area of ​​their body with body painting, allowing the artist to express himself. creative imagination fully. Many brides paint private areas and bikini areas that only the husband can see. Such body painting should surprise the groom first wedding night the original appearance of fishnet stockings, underwear or lace garters.

All kinds of monograms with the surnames of the newlyweds or with the first letters of their names are very popular - such an image on the body is considered a talisman. Body painting is only part of the bride’s image; it does not exist separately, so it is effectively woven into general style, harmoniously complementing it. Often, fragments of a dress, gloves, jewelry or lace are complemented with the help of a pattern. Watch the video to see how an ornament is applied to the newlywed’s body before the wedding:

Floral motifs on the face

Even ancient people in the Stone Age painted their faces, which, along with a tattoo, emphasized a person’s status in the tribe. Modern body painting has long stepped into life ordinary people, brides especially often use it. Nowadays, a newlywed's makeup does not necessarily have to add an element of naturalness; on the contrary, every girl tries to stand out on her wedding day. Small masterpieces are created on the bride's face in the form of a floral pattern, descending from the upper eyelid to the cheekbone or passing only along the temple on one side.

Lace gloves on hands

You can draw a snow-white or silver temporary tattoo for a newlywed on any part of the body to which the girl would like to draw attention. It could be an openwork garter around the leg or a cute bracelet wrapped around the ankle, but more often brides prefer to draw openwork gloves. This trend came to us from Indian wedding traditions, during which the hands and feet of the future wife are decorated with ornate henna designs. In India, it is believed that the more exquisite the pattern, the stronger the love of the newlyweds.

Like a necklace around your neck

Multicolor painting in the form of a necklace, made by a professional craftsman, looks very beautiful on the newlywed’s skin. This body painting completely replaces accessories and looks stunning. Wedding necklace, made with paints, focuses attention on the neckline and emphasizes the elegance of the neck, giving the bold image of the bride a little shockingness.

Lace straps for the dress

Romantic newlyweds will want elegant tattoos that continue the lace or embroidery on the wedding dress. Beautifully intertwined lace straps They are created, as a rule, using white paints with a pearlescent tint, complementing them with rhinestones or dusting them with silver or gold powder. At the request of the girl, the open back is decorated with lace ornaments. wedding dress, sleeves or neckline area. The design, located on the shoulder or arm, emphasizes the grace of the newlywed, and not everyone can distinguish the lace applied with paint from the real thing.

How to paint bodypainting on the body: methods

Wedding body painting does not cause any inconvenience and is absolutely safe. Based on the application technique, body painting is divided into manual technique and airbrushing. In the first case, craftsmen use a brush to apply the design, and for airbrushing, a special paint sprayer with automatic air supply. All images are temporary. Materials for applying body painting are face painting, body pencil, paint or henna. Natural henna lasts the longest on the skin (2-3 weeks), but it is represented only in brownish-red shades.

For a wedding, newlyweds often choose to apply ornaments with white paint or delicate pastel shades: lilac, emerald, soft blue, peach, pink, silver. To paint the face, face painting is used, which produces rich, bright colors. All of the above paints do not irritate the skin, do not cause allergic reactions, and the painting technique itself is not as complicated as it might seem at first glance.

Bio tattoo

Wedding bio tattoo (mehndi) is applied to the bride’s body using henna. Such body painting is drawn quickly - experienced master will create an image of any complexity in just 1-2 hours. Mehndi is done with a special brush, and the procedure is completely painless and hygienic. When performing it, it is impossible to damage the skin and cause an infection. Natural henna has a beneficial effect on the skin, curing some diseases. After application, it dries for about two hours, after which the drawing cannot be wetted with water for 24 hours.

Glitter tattoo

A popular option for wedding body painting is a glitter tattoo (glitter tattoo), which uses rhinestones, glitter, luminescent powder or professional pigments that glow effectively in ultraviolet rays. The procedure looks like this:

• The artist applies the image by hand or through a stencil using latex glue.
• Using a brush, the applied pattern is filled with multi-colored or plain glitter (glitter, powder, pigments).
• After a couple of minutes, the glue dries, and excess glitter is easily removed.

Photo of beautiful wedding bodypainting on the body

On the wedding day, everything should be harmonious in the image of the newlywed, so when applying body painting you should not forget about the main rule: you should adhere to a sense of proportion in everything. When creating exquisite wedding look it is necessary to take into account all the details: the color and style of the dress, the components of the bride’s bouquet, makeup, hairstyle, accessories. Based on this, a professional will definitely find the most suitable shade for drawing. Perhaps one of the flowers on the dress or in the bouquet will become the dominant subject for the original body painting. Look below for examples of such work.

Body painting has existed for centuries and is characteristic of different cultures Pacific Islands, Australia, New Zealand and Africa. Mehndi popular in India - traditional technique body painting with henna is common even in modern Western cultures.

Since the 1960s, body art has enjoyed a resurgence in the West, but it still struggles to be recognized as an art form, which is disputed by some figures. But this direction has gathered an army of followers and admirers.

Body art is usually associated with nudity, but it does not necessarily involve a completely naked body; painting can be done on selected areas of the skin of a partially clothed model.

To enjoy body art in all its glory, it is best to visit the corresponding festivals. They take place annually around the world, bringing together star artists body painting and lesser-known enthusiasts. Most major festival body art takes place in Austria in the city of Bled. This large-scale event attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. Similar events are held in different regions America, Europe and Asia.

How to become a body art artist

We admire the fantastic talent of body painting artists, but it is no secret that anyone can take part. If you prefer to paint rather than be painted, find yourself a model.

First of all, be patient as body art takes a long time. It is believed that six hours is a very short interval for a full body painting.

The main supplies are brushes, sponges, alcohol, a palette, a bottle of water and, of course, body paints, which are sold in specialized stores. They are non-toxic and safe.

Before you start, make sure you have a clear idea of ​​what you want to draw. It wouldn't hurt to make a few sketches.
Body painting can be intimidating at first, but in a friendly atmosphere, both artist and model quickly adapt to it. The pressure on the skin should be moderate, but not too light, as it may have a tickling effect. Be sure to tell your model how to remove the paint afterwards. Read the instructions, but one of the best ways To remove the pattern - dishwashing liquid.

Use floor coverings and avoid paints of any hazard. Finally, clean all supplies and wash your hands.

And for inspiration, look at the selection of 58 beautiful images body art that may inspire you to create your own masterpiece.

Snake
Amazing resemblance to a real snake, but in fact these are human hands.

Frog
One of the most famous artists by body, Johannes Stotter created this tropical frog by painting five people.

Autumn
Another masterpiece by Johannes Stotter.

Urban graffiti on the body
Illusion is common to all body art, as seen in this clever greenery market installation.

Graffiti on a girl.

International Body Painting Festival 2013
Work from the festival, double painting and a true work of art.

Flower Girl
Another photo from last year's international festival.

Photo by Federico Rossi
A wonderful example of expressive body painting.

Body art show
Paintings on the body are used in the theater or to create an original show.

Halloween
Some of the best Halloween costumes come in the form of body art.

Starlight Night
Fine art on the body - body art and Van Gogh.

Camouflage
Body painting can be great game and camouflage.

Hand painting with henna - mehndi
Traditional technique in India and some Middle Eastern countries.

Body painting in the African tribe
Children of the Ethiopian Surma tribe show off their traditional body paint.

Incredible makeup
Coloring can create incredible effects on the face and body.

Lotus by Trina Merry
Beautiful flower composition artist Trina Merry.

Body painting - hand
Sometimes the body drawing is stunningly realistic.

Bodypainting (from English. body art- “body art”) is a popular avant-garde art form today, in which the human body itself becomes the main object of creativity, and its content is revealed through gestures, facial expressions, as well as decorations and drawings applied to the body. Body painting allows anyone to express themselves, express own opinion about what, for example, is happening around, to defend your point of view.

For example, at rallies dedicated to protecting the rights of our little brothers, defenders do animal-style body painting on their faces and bodies.

What to draw?

The most popular, widespread and beloved among children and adults today is body painting on the face. Make it for Halloween, New Year's or any other themed party.

Many people prefer this type of body art. After all, if a skull, butterfly or cat, painted with paints, is easily washed off after the holiday, then, for example, it will not be possible to simply get rid of a full tattoo.

Well, another significant advantage is accessibility - in order to paint your face, it is not at all necessary to visit a specialized salon. You can, for example, take a couple of face body painting lessons from professional artist, or you can do it at home yourself or turn to relatives or friends for help. You can also look for body painting lessons on the Internet.

Where to begin?

Well planned is half done. That’s why before you start, you need to decide on a thematic design.

You can use your imagination and come up with something exclusive yourself, or you can look for makeup options in specialized magazines or online resources.

For example, for Halloween you can do body painting on your face in the form of a Butterfly, Dryad, Kikimora, Blue Dragon, Witch, Dark Angel, One-Eyed Pirate, Vampirella, Devil, Fire Demon, Margarita, etc.

On new year holidays As a rule, body painting is done on the face in the form of the animal that symbolizes the coming year - Dragon, Horse, Snake, Goat, Bull, Cat, Tiger, Monkey, etc. However, you can get by with the traditional images of Snowflake, Snow Maiden, Father Frost, Snowman or Gnome.

For specific theme party Body painting on the face in the form of a skull, skeleton, spider, bleeding wounds, scars, scalped skin may also be appropriate.

For children's parties - matinees, birthdays - the following body painting designs on the face are suitable:

• Representatives of flora and fauna - in the form of a cat, lynx, dragonfly, bear cub, bee, butterfly or flower;
• Fairy-tale characters - princesses, fairies, knights;
• Fairy tale and cartoon characters - Barbie and her friend Ken, Superman, Spider-Man, etc.

Note. If you are planning to do body painting for a child, keep in mind that the younger the child is, the more difficult it will be for him to sit in one place for a long time. Therefore, to create an image, choose some simple ideas(this could be, for example, cute animals that are easy and quick to draw - Bunny, Rabbit, Mouse, etc.).

During the process, help your child get used to the character: tell fascinating story, talk to him about the scenario of the upcoming holiday. It is unacceptable to shout at a child, forcing him to sit calmly and evenly - this will only ruin everyone’s mood and may even cause tears.

You can draw images on your face yourself, but if you are doing this for the first time and are not confident in your abilities, use stencils sold in specialized stores for this purpose.

What paints should I use?

For this purpose it is best to use special professional paints face painting for body painting. They can be purchased at a specialty store. Such paints do not cause allergic reactions, are absolutely safe, fit well on the skin, last quite a long time and are easily washed off with soap and water after the end of the event.

When purchasing, be sure to check the product quality certificate and pay attention to the expiration date.

To outline the details of the drawing, use special colored water-based markers.

However, if you are unable to purchase special paints and markers, you can use both regular gouache. Before the procedure, apply a rich cream to the skin - this will make the colors last longer.

Never use watercolor paints, especially cheap ones. Not only do they not give saturated, bright colors and quickly crumble, but also contain heavy metal oxides, and therefore, interacting with the skin, can cause allergic reactions.

How to create a drawing?

To get started, prepare all the necessary materials:

• paints;
• stencil pictures;
• makeup brushes of different sizes;
• decorative cosmetics (lipstick, mascara, loose powder, concealer, contour pencils of different colors);
• cotton buds;
• wet wipes;
• shoulder cape;
• two mirrors (large and pocket).

Now let's get started:

• First of all, prepare your skin. Wash your face thoroughly with soap or special cosmetic product. If you have facial hair, shave it off. Dry your skin and apply moisturizer. Afterwards, lightly blot the skin with a paper towel. There is no need to thoroughly wipe off the cream;
• Wrap yourself in a cape or large towel so as not to stain your clothes;
• Sit in front of a large mirror, place the stencil on your face and use carbon paper to transfer it. Then outline the body painting image on the face with a soft contour pencil;
• According to the instructions on the package, prepare the paint and apply the required amount to the desired area. You can wait until it dries on its own, or you can use a hair dryer (setting it to the minimum temperature) and dry the layer;
• In the same way, alternately apply all the colors of the design to your face;
• Remove carefully cotton swabs paints that accidentally ended up outside the outline of the drawing;
• After completing the drawing, you can proceed to the main makeup - according to the intended image, make up your eyes and lips, apply blush; where necessary, treat the skin with powder. With help decorative cosmetics you can emphasize the expressiveness and advantages of the design, correct possible skin defects;
• A thin layer of transparent powder can be applied on top of the finished drawing. If necessary, decorate the “work” with cosmetic glitter and rhinestones, placing them on leather glue.

For body painting on the face to be a great success, there is no need to rush - be sure to wait until each layer of paint has completely dried, otherwise the colors will simply spread and the work will have to start all over again.