Body Painting is a photo
intense examination of the emerging art of painting bodies with
non-toxic paints. From face painting children to the creation of
painted “clothes” Doug Mitchel follows ten artists as they apply
paint to skin. Each artist is represented by one chapter, each
chapter follows a “paint job” from the initial concept to the
application of the final details. Each design is different, but
all are colorful and creative. With over 450 color photographs
printed on 144 pages, this book documents the techniques and
tools used by established artists. Application methods include
the brush, airbrush and even markers. Each method has advantages
and disadvantages, each has its place and each is covered in
detail in this new book from Wolfgang Publications. In addition
to the photo sequences with descriptive captions, each chapter
includes an interview with the artist. Topics include the way in
which the artist learned his or her trade, preferred tools and
which paint they prefer to use. The discussion of paint choices
includes airbrushed body make up, textile acrylics, liquid latex
and markers from companies like Crayola. As pointed out in the
captions and the interviews, each material has good points and
bad, all are covered in Body Painting. The best teachers are the
men and women who have already mastered the skill. Body Painting
presents the accumulated wisdom and experience of ten “teachers”
each of who has a lesson to share with the readers. With a
wealth of photos Body Painting is both a colorful look at an
emerging art form, and a very useful how-to book.
About the Author
Doug Mitchel is the author of
20 books, all illustrated with his own very high quality
photographs. Doug is also a regular contributor to a variety of
magazines, from American Iron to Iron Works.
To purchase a copy, email rrosepaintings@yahoo.com or call 724-431-6300.
To purchase a copy, email rrosepaintings@yahoo.com or call 724-431-6300.
