Hi, my name is Gary. I'm both a body painter and a photographer. Thanks for stopping by! I hope you like what you see.
You might enjoy visiting my photographer profile as well:
http://www.modelmayhem.com/706735
Friend Requests: I try to use my friends list as a place to keep track of models in my area that I might like to work with. Photographers in my area, those I have met at events, and those that find my work interesting enough to leave a nice tag, are also welcome. Please don't be offended if I don't happen to accept your request. I just want to keep the list meaningful and useful.
How Did I get Started With Body Painting?
As an engineer by trade, I've spent most of my life's energy developing my technical skills (left brain stuff). I took up body painting as a way to develop my artistic side (right brain stuff). I also recently rekindled my interest in playing guitar. It's sort of a personal renaissance!
What is Body Painting, you ask?
Most people's first exposure to body painting has been the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues in February 2008 and 2009 that featured supermodels in painted bikinis. It is actually a very old art and tribal ritual that goes back thousands of years. It was also revived by Playboy magazine in the 1960s.
Body painting is an exciting type of painting, melded with photography, in a very fun way! I start with a nude model, add paint until she looks clothed (or like an animal, or an abstract art piece), then take pictures of her enjoying her new outfit or identity.
I'm constantly amazed to find how much models love this activity! Every model I've painted has enjoyed the experience very much, and most have said something equivalent to "I had a blast!". Some I've painted more than once (some 4 or even 5 times!).
I won't lie to you; If you're shy about being nude, body painting might not be for you. But, many models who will not pose nude, jump at the chance to be painted, because it's a unique opportunity to participate in artistic creation. You need to put aside your modesty for the chance to become an amazing and fun piece of living art. Once you're painted, you actually won't look or feel nude!
With regular photographic modeling, you become part of a piece of art. With body painting, you become the art!
I usually try to have the model give me some input on what type of design she'd like painted on her, since it will become her job to bring it to life for the camera, once I've completed it.
Ladies, if you've been wanting to try this exciting form of artistic expression, I encourage you to contact me.
As one of my models told me:
"It will be an experience you'll remember fondly all your life!"
I use only professional quality, water washable, FDA approved, body paint applied by brush and foam applicator, with proper attention to sanitary techniques to keep you safe. Safety and comfort are primary goals.
My studio has a hot shower to remove the paint after the session (though some like to wear it home to show a friend or S.O.!
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The studio is also accessible via commuter rail from Boston and Portland Maine, if you care to use public transportation.
Compensation:
I've been doing most of my body painting projects on a TF* basis. If I contact you, or you have a look I'm really interested in, I still will paint you on a TF* basis (whole body only).
I don't pay models for body painting. If you're a model who wants to get paid to be body painted, I suggest you find a photographer or sponsor who's looking to add a body painting to his/her portfolio or event and get them to pay both you and me! My rates are very reasonable, and also negotiable, but paint, supplies and studio time all cost money and I can't afford to do this for free.
Looking to Collaborate:
Photographers, if you've been wanting to add a body paint creation to your portfolio, let's get together and make it happen.
If you can provide a model who wants to be painted, and a place to do it, I'm willing to paint her for you at a really reduced rate, to help build my reputation and familiarity. Let's talk.
Having an Exciting Party or Event?:
Having body painted models at an event really spices things up! New Years and Mardi Gras parties are especially well suited for it!
If you'd like to hire me to paint some ladies for a party or other event (either models or guests, or both), let's talk! I can even help you find models who will attend your event wearing only my painted design! My rates are flexible acording to your budget and the exposure your event will bring me.
When you hire me to paint someone, you have the choice of whole body or waist up, either to save money or preserve modesty.
As this body painter profile is relatively new, you should also check my GGPstudios photographer profile:
http://www.modelmayhem.com/706735
for tags from my models, which act as a reference for my character. I can also email you written references if you ask. By looking at my GGPstudios page, you can also get a feel for my photographic style.
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