The Bodypainting Festival Hvar, supported by the World Bodypainting Association, has once again proven to be a spectacular celebration of art and creativity. Held on June 8th and 9th 2024, showed success, offering a vibrant and engaging experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of Hvar Island.
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.
All Artist & Photograher from the WBF (pdf. list)
▷ Exhibition period: February 5-7
▷ Exhibition venue: Seoul City Hall Seoul Metropolitan Government Gallery
▷ Overseas Invitation Exhibition 50 Works (8 Countries) & World Bodypainting Festival 2023 Photo Award Selection
The WBA-supported event recently took place on the captivating island of Hvar, Croatia, marking a significant occasion in the realm of bodypainting.
Over the course of two consecutive days, seven exceptionally talented artists showcased their artistic prowess alongside their stunning models, mesmerizing spectators with their mastery.
Filippo ioco (USA), Ernst Wieser (Austria), Katrin Rausch and Silke Kirchhoff (Germany), Piera di Maio and Yuri Falzetti (Italy), and Moona Jin from South Korea, each contributed to the creation of awe-inspiring art pieces. Capturing the essence of these remarkable works, Alex Barendregt and Daniel Janesch skillfully photographed every model against the backdrop of the picturesque bay.
As night fell, the island's guests had the privilege of witnessing captivating performances and interacting with the bodypainted models at various locations. The atmosphere was vibrant, offering a unique opportunity for people to immerse themselves in this captivating art form.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Hvar Tourist Board for extending their invitation and extending a warm welcome to us. We are grateful to Lorena Matas and the organizing team for orchestrating such a memorable event. Our participation allowed us to create beautiful memories while promoting and introducing the art of bodypainting to a wider audience.
With great anticipation, we eagerly look forward to returning to Hvar in the future, ready to continue our journey of artistic exploration.
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.
It's always a daunting task to assess the participants' efforts, as they've dedicated countless hours to perfecting their photo work. It is an enormous responsibility to select the best shot - one that includes model pose, perfect lighting, and retouching. Every detail is important, as the images that were placed in the TOP rate get a chance to be presented on mayor communication materials for the upcoming World Bodypainting Festival 2024.
Thanks to all the photographers who come to the festival and participate in the photo competition - you record the historical moments for many people! Bodypainting and make-up are immersive arts that need your perfect capture to exist!
All entries can be found on our Photo Gallery Server. All Photo Galleries
Best Bodypainting Photo 2023
1 Place Ellie Hope (UK)
2 Place Michael Lessard (Canada)
3 Place Bettina Koch (Germany)
Artist: Leonardo Giacomo Borgese (IT) - World Award Brush & Sponge
Best Fashion / Portrait Photo 2023
1st Place Michael Lessard (Canada)
2nd Place Claudia Friedrich (Germany)
3rd Place Peter Weiser (Germany)
Artist: Nadja Hluchovsky (AT) - World Award Creative Make-up
The Jury 2023
Kurt Batschinski - Board of Presidents of the FIAP World Photographic Association
Daniel Janesch - Pro Photographer & the WBF Photo Crew
Irina Skripnik - Award-winning photographer & digital artist
Davide DaDamos - Multiple award winner at the WBF
Leon Sokoletski - Fashion Photographer & Worldwide Instructor
Alex Barendregt, WBF Director for the organization (no judge)
Each photo was rated with 1 to 10 points; all photos in the top 15 were discussed and ranked.
We congratulate all the winners and are looking forward to a festive awarding at the World Bodypainting Festival 2024.