Bath BodyArt Weekend
2026 Celebrates Creativity, Talent and Community Ahead of Landmark Tenth Anniversary
Bath, UK – Bath BodyArt Weekend 2026 brought together leading international and British artists, photographers, models and aspiring make-up professionals for an inspiring celebration of face and body art at the FieldGood Event Space near Bath.
The weekend showcased exceptional artistic talent, encouraged emerging creatives and reaffirmed Bath BodyArt Weekend's reputation as one of the UK's most welcoming and innovative body art events.
Student Talent Takes Centre Stage
For the second consecutive year, students from colleges and universities studying make-up and related creative disciplines attended the popular Student Taster Day. Participants competed in live competitions, attended industry workshops and networked with professional artists and fellow students.
The Winners
The standard of work impressed the panel of expert judges, making the selection of winners an exceptionally difficult task.
Further Education – Avant Garde
• 1st: Grace Bregu – New College Swindon
• 2nd: Immy Mascal – New College Swindon
• 3rd: Alex Aitkenhead – Bath College
Further Education – Fantasy Face Painting
• 1st: Lilla Da Silva – New College Swindon
• 2nd: Lola Loban – New College Swindon
• 3rd: Georgia Hughes – New College Swindon
Higher Education Competition
• 1st: Yana Hatsenko – University Centre Weston
• 2nd: Vazz Smith – University New College Swindon
• 3rd: Georgia Wallington – University Centre Weston
Learning from International Experts
Ahead of the main weekend, attendees had the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's most respected professionals during a series of exclusive masterclasses.
Award-winning artists Matteo Arfanotti delivered an inspiring body painting masterclass, while Nick Wolfe shared his renowned expertise in airbrush make-up techniques. Joining the event for the first time was internationally acclaimed photographer Tobias Spranger, whose energetic and information-rich session explored the art of photographing body painting. Tobias has since shared his reflections on the event through his Substack publication.
A Celebration of Body Painting and Body Positivity
Saturday's spectacular Body Painting Day featured thirty artists transforming their models into extraordinary living works of art before presenting them in a vibrant catwalk showcase.
Reflecting the event's strong commitment to body positivity and inclusivity, the runway featured first-time models alongside experienced participants, celebrating people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. This year's event also welcomed, for the first time, a delegation of models from the Gibraltar Face & BodyArt Festival.
While many artists participate purely for the joy of the art form, competitors also had the opportunity to enter judged competitions.
Body Painting Competition
• Open Champion: Sabine Vogel & Robin Brunsman
• Novice Champion: Anouska Kelly
Additional competition winners included:
• Face Painting: Robin Brunsman
• Children's Face Painting: Mya
• Drag Make-up: Ellie Baskerville
Contact Information:
For more information, please contact:
Bath BodyArt Weekend Team
Email:
Phone: Clemency (07767) 480314
Website: https://www.BathBodyArt.com
Instagram: @BathBodyartWeekend
For more information about the Student Taster Day including images of the winners: https://www.bathbodyart.com/about-1
About Bath BodyArt Weekend
Bath BodyArt Weekend is an annual celebration of the transformative power of body art. A unique and vibrant festival, it brings together artists, models, photographers, and the public to explore and enjoy body art in all its diverse forms. The festival encourages creativity, collaboration, and inclusivity, offering something for everyone—whether you're a seasoned professional or just discovering the art form.
Photocredits: BBW, David Chalk, Mark Pickthall,