The WBF Spain 2026 took place on February 7th, 2026, in Águilas, Spain, during the world-famous Carnival de Águilas. As part of the new World Bodypainting Festival series, the event hosted the first World Championship of the 2026 season in the category World Award: Bodypainting & Show.
Bodypainintg Contest at the Make-up Exhibition in Paris On 7 June 2025, Paris was transformed into a stage for living art: the French Bodypainting Award took place as part of The Beauty Experience and attracted artists and visitors from all over Europe. What followed was a day full of creativity, colour and impressive body art. Amidst the inspiring atmosphere of The Beauty Experience , international artists were given an impressive platform to realise their visions of the theme "Revolution of beauty" live on the bodies of their models. Visitors were able to experience the creative process up close and were amazed at how people were transformed into walking works of art step by step. The jury for the event included respected professionals Dany Sanz, Houyam Hajlaoui and Cindy Pasqualin. They judged the works in the Brush & Sponge Category, focusing on creativity, technical execution, and the connection between body and story. The competition was incredibly strong, with many outstanding artworks and a very close race to the top — congratulations to all the winners for their exceptional creativity and to every artist who brought their unique vision to life on stage! 1st place: Tania Guillaume (Belgium) 2nd place: Mathilde Rouchaville (France) 3rd place: Christel Van Den Panhuyzen (Spain) Photos: Dmitri Moisseev Photographers Diana Bivolan and Dmitri Moisseev captured not only the final artworks but also powerful behind-the-scenes moments. Their photos show that bodypainting is more than just color on skin — it is a true art form filled with emotion, skill, and expression. More photos can be found at the gallery. Photos: Dmitri Moisseev New photos and videos are added on our WB Photo Gallery Server and the WB Photo Galleries WB Video Channel The French Bodypainting Award 2025 was more than just a competition. It was a celebration of art, passion and international community. A big thank-you goes to Beauty Experience Paris for providing a fantastic platform for artists to create and perform. The event space brought together an enthusiastic audience who cheered, admired, and celebrated this vibrant form of live art. Thank you to all artists, models, organizers, and supporters for making this event so special. The French Bodypainting Award once again proved how bodypainting brings people and cultures together through beauty, imagination, and passion. We can’t wait to see what the next event brings!
The WBF Online Awards 2025 once again demonstrated the power of digital connectivity within the global bodypainting community. From November 14–16, artists from more than 30 nations participated in this year’s online edition, presenting nearly 200 artworks across three categories: Facepainting, Brush & Sponge Bodypainting, and Airbrush Bodypainting.
Hvar Bodypainting Award 2025 Results The Hvar Bodypainting Festival 2025, held on May 31st and June 1st, transformed the Croatian island into a vibrant canvas of creativity and color. Set against the stunning backdrop of Hvar's natural beauty, the festival attracted 17 international artists from countries including France, South Korea, the USA, Norway, Italy, Sweden, Belgium, Serbia, Israel, and Mexico. A Celebration of Art and Culture Organized by the World Bodypainting Association and supported by the Hvar Tourist Board, the festival featured two main events: a competitive bodypainting contest and a relaxed jam session. The contest showcased artists' interpretations of th
On October 19, 2025, Helsinki became the stage for an extraordinary showcase of artistry and imagination as the World Championship of the World Bodypainting Festival took center stage in the Creative Make-up category.
Held within the vibrant atmosphere of I Love Me, Northern Europe’s largest beauty, fashion, wellness, and health fair, the event took place at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre (Messukeskus) from October 18–19. Alongside the thrilling world championship, the Nordic Awards honored exceptional talent in various Bodypainting and Facepainting categories.
The Carnaval de Águilas is one of Spain’s most exciting and colorful celebrations, and this year, it once again set the stage for an incredible Bodypainting Contest! As the first major event of the 2025 bodypainting season, talented artists gathered to transform human canvases into stunning works of art.