Unfortunately, we had to say goodbye to a beloved and very special member of our bodypainting family in March.
Dirk Hartung was a passionate photographer who came into contact with the art form of bodypainting over 20 years ago and was fascinated by it until the end of his life.
The 2023 World Bodypainting Festival saw notable changes, moving to the Messearena Klagenfurt in September, marking a shift towards a heightened artistic focus. Despite the venue and date change, the World Championship for Bodypainting and Makeup Artists remained a central attraction, drawing hundreds of teams worldwide to Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria. The event's emphasis on artistry also attracted numerous photographers eager to capture the ephemeral beauty of the artworks.
Traditionally, one of the last awards to be given are those of the WBF Photo Award 2023.
The "International Beauty Design Fair 2024", organized by the Korean Make-Up Artists Association serves as a platform for cultural exchange, showcasing the developments and trends of K-Beauty. A special attraction is again this year an Overseas Invitation Exhibition featuring unique works from around the world, including a review from the 2023 World Bodypainting Festival.
The WBF Online Awards take place 2024 2 weeks earlier from the LIVE Awards, giving artists more time to work on their footage of the Hotspots. So we can offer you an even better LIVE show with the content from the Online Awards during the winners presentation.
Date: 6 - 8 September 2024
The World Bodypainting Festival promising also 2024 a celebration of colors, creativity, and breathtaking masterpieces on the human canvas!
Location: Klagenfurt am Wörthersee/ Austria
