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The Art of Bodypainting: How I Turn Cosplay Dreams into Reality

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Stand Out at Comic-Con: Unforgettable Cosplay with Bodypainting and Special FX Services

As a bodypainting artist and cosplayer, I’ve always been fascinated by the power of visual storytelling. When it comes to cosplay, the way you look is just as important as the character you’re portraying. That’s why I’m committed to using my artistic skills to help turn your cosplay dreams into reality for events like Comic-Con, San Diego Comic-Con, and Comic-Con International.

Transform into a Na'vi from the planet Pandora with my Avatar bodypainting cosplay services, bringing the fantastical world of James Cameron's blockbuster film to life at events like Comic-Con and beyond.
Transform into a Na’vi from the planet Pandora with my Avatar bodypainting cosplay services, bringing the fantastical world of James Cameron’s blockbuster film to life at events like Comic-Con and beyond.

Transform into Your Favorite Character with Professional Bodypainting Services for Comic-Con

As a San Diego-based bodypainting artist, I’m fortunate to be located near some of the most popular fan conventions in the world. Every year, fans from all over the globe come to San Diego to celebrate their favorite movies, TV shows, comics, and video games. That’s why I’m dedicated to making sure that their cosplay looks are as unforgettable as the convention itself.

Make a splash with my mermaid bodypainting cosplay services, creating a stunning and unique look that brings the magic of the underwater world to life at Comic-Con and other events.
Make a splash with my mermaid bodypainting cosplay services, creating a stunning and unique look that brings the magic of the underwater world to life at Comic-Con and other events.

Make Your Comic-Con Cosplay Unforgettable with Lana Chromium’s Bodypainting and Special FX Makeup Services

When it comes to bodypainting and special FX makeup for cosplay at Comic-Con and other conventions, my approach is all about collaboration. I work closely with my clients to understand their vision and bring it to life. Whether you’re looking to create a fantastical creature from your favorite sci-fi movie or a superhero ready to save the world, I’ll work with you every step of the way to make your cosplay look truly unique.

See the magic of my bodypainting cosplay skills as I transform Xbox game designer Paul into a striking Battletoads character from the popular Xbox game, complete with a custom design painted on skin. Experience the thrill of the game in real life!

Experience Comfortable and Long-Lasting Cosplay at Comic-Con with High-Quality Bodypainting and Special FX Services

One of the things that sets me apart from other bodypainting artists is my attention to detail. I’m dedicated to creating a look that’s not just visually stunning but also practical and comfortable to wear for events like San Diego Comic-Con and Comic-Con International. I use high-quality materials and techniques to ensure your cosplay look lasts all day long, so you can feel confident and empowered as you show it off to the world.

Capturing the unforgettable moment at Comic-Con, see the photo of my customer transformed into a living golden statue, as my bodypainting cosplay skills bring fantastical characters to life.

Let Lana Chromium’s Work Speak for Itself: A Portfolio of Unforgettable Cosplay Looks for Comic-Con and Beyond

Don’t just take my word for it – let my work speak for itself. Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working with incredible clients for events like Comic-Con and San Diego Comic-Con, and I’m always thrilled to see their cosplay dreams come to life. From comic book superheroes to sci-fi aliens, I’m passionate about creating looks that are as unique and unforgettable as the people who wear them. So if you’re looking to make a splash at Comic-Con International or any fan convention, trust in my bodypainting and special FX makeup services to create a look that’s truly out of this world.

Unleash your inner superhero with my She-Hulk bodypainting cosplay at Comic-Con International. Feel powerful and fierce with my expertise in bringing the green superhero to life and smashing the competition.

Let Lana Chromium’s Work Speak for Itself: A Portfolio of Unforgettable Cosplay Looks for Comic-Con and Beyond

Are you looking to stand out at Comic-Con and create an unforgettable experience? Look no further than Lana Chromium’s bodypainting and cosplay services. With her expertise in bodypainting, special FX makeup, and airbrushing/painting cosplay props, she can bring your favorite characters to life in a visually stunning and authentic way. Plus, her collaborative approach and attention to detail ensure that your cosplay look will be personalized to your vision and preferences. Conveniently located near Comic-Con International in San Diego, there’s no better choice for your next cosplay adventure. So what are you waiting for? Book now and get ready to turn heads at Comic-Con with Lana Chromium’s services!

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Lana Chromium US Bodyart Tour 2021

LANA CHROMIUM BODYART US TOUR

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I’m going on a cross-country tour this summer of 2021

TOUR DATES: JUNE, JULY 2021

Become a part of a unique body painting experience – get body painted & photographed by San Diego artist Lana Chromium – Skin Wars Season 2 winner. 

Accepting bodypainting commissions in the states listed below. Limited Spots.

Book your bodypainting session here or email to artbychromium@gmail.com

TOUR STATES

  • Nevada
  • Utah
  • Colorado
  • Kansas
  • Missouri
  • Oklahoma
  • Arkansas
  • Tennessee
  • North Carolina
  • South Carolina
  • Georgia
  • Florida
  • Alabama
  • Mississippi
  • Louisiana
  • Texas
  • New Mexico
  • Arizona
Lana Chromium tour the states

BODYPAINTING PORTFOLIO FOR INSPIRATION

FOR HER:

FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:

FOR HIM:

FOR COUPLES:

FOR EXPECTING MOTHERS / PARENTS:

I paint on people & canvas

– Lana Chromium

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airbrush bodyart for underwater

Waterproof bodypaint & specialFX for underwater film “The Ether”

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prosthetics applied, now need more special FX
SpecialFX & waterproof airbrush make-up / bodypaint by @Lana_chromium with help of @kyronart & @giofaces
Underwater model and bodypainters before diving underwater. Last dry selfie 🙂

Creature Y for underwater short film “The Ether” by Eryn Brydon underwater film

Concept and Design: ErynBrydon / OceanINK Studios Makeup Application: Lana Chromium Performance: The Underwater Woman - Christine Ren Underwater
If you like what you see here and want to see more, please keep your eyes peeled for the final promo video and GoFundMe page coming soon!

 

New video on my YouTube channel. Creating underwater creature:

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Lana Chromium body painting aerial hoop contortion Anna Yanushkevich

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Bodyart meets aerial hoop 😍 Photoshoot with amazing contortionist & ballerina Anna Yanushkevich ( IG @santa_sangre )

Body painting took about 3 hours.


Aerial Hoop Contortion and Painted Ballerina | Art by Lana Chromium channel on Youtube

We had so much fun taking photos cause Anna there keep coming up with beautiful poses using hanging aeriel hoop…..

… and for the last photos I used plush thread to make a soft web thought the hoop 😁 I would say this photoshoot was endless inspiration ( see photo below )

Full body airbrush body painting by Lana Chromium on Anna Yanushkevich
Bodypainting & photography by Lana Chromium | model Anna Yanushkevich


Behind the scenes from this photoshoot :

Credits:

Lana Chromim – Bodypainting , Photography, Video

Anna Yanushkevich – Model, Cotortionist, Ballerina, Circus Performer

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Underwater Halloween Photoshoots

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I’m excited to team up with underwater photographer Brett Stanley and bring you new amazing experience:
👻 Underwater Halloween Photoshoots

“Experience of a lifetime! Fantastic shots!” 

 👻 WHEN: 14th Oct 2018, Sunday

 👻 WHERE: Long Beach CA

Taking bookings for the first Halloween Shoot Day at Brett Stanley underwater studio in Long Beach, California, where he will be building a spooky underwater set for you all to play in!

Lana Chromium will also be available to turn you into the Underwater Scare-Bear of your dreams with her magical Body Painting skills.

Since it’s the first time we’ve done this we are going to limit the number of slots available, so get in quick if you want to book!

HOW TO BOOK

Places are very limited, so please email us to book. Include the Date, Makeup / Character/ Costume preferences in along with your Name, Email Address, and Phone Number.

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MEET THE DREAM TEAM: 

PHOTOGRAPHER

Underwater Photographer Brett Stanley | www.underwater-photographer.com

 

CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE BRETT STANLEY’S WORK


BODYPAINTER:

Bodypainter Lana Chromium | www.LanaChromium.com

SEE MORE LANA CHROMIUM’S WORK

 

 

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PLASTIC | BODYART SERIES | ART BY LANA CHROMIUM

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TIMELAPSE VIDEO OF CREATING WATCH ON MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL:


PLASTIC PEOPLE

Bending the trust
Losing the faith
Keeping the lust
Losing the hate
Burning the angry
Fighting the pain
Blood sweat and tears

Gain nothing but strain

So live in your bubble
Believe all your lies
Put on your makeup
Wear your disguise
Pretend to be perfect
Hide all the pain
There’s nothing to lose
And nothing to gain
Lying to keep
Trusting to love
All but to find
You’ve got a black dove
Acquiring a status
Remembering a name
Your reputation
Brings nothing but shame
You’ll keep on looking
Till you find it’s gone
And then you’ll be wondering
What went wrong?
But he can’t help you
And she doesn’t care;
Fixing her makeup
And doing her hair
Plastic people
Have nothing to lose
When you can have everything
Why would you choose?
To live in reality
To feel all the sin
Why give up
This dream that you’re in? - poem by Cirsten Spangenberg


THANKS FOR VISITING MY BLOG

 

 

LOVE

 

LANA


Black & White Bodyart Series

Beautiful Cage – new work from bodyart series by Lana Chromium

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BEAUTIFUL CAGE BODY PAINTING

~ Bodyart series by Lana Chromium ~

“A bird who hurt her wing,
now forgotten how to fly.

A song she used to sing,
but can’t remember why.

A breath she caught and kept –
that left her in a sigh.

It hurts her so to love you,
but she won’t say goodbye.” – poem by Lang Leav

 


TIMELAPSE VIDEO OF CREDIATING THIS BLACK AND WHITE BODYART


 

 

PS: This body painting will be opening part for ” Black & White” bodyart series by Lana Chromium.

 

 

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Bodypainter Lana Chromium & sand artist Leslie K. Monroy turning the beach into their canvas

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“We are one with nature”

SAND ART MEETS BODYART

We are constantly seeking balance in our lives. We look to our homes, jobs, and the environment and contemplate ways to find a connection that will bring peace, happiness, and harmony. Striving to become one with nature and the elements is a wonderful way to move toward this serenity, and tapping into the elements art can help to bring new perspective to our quest.

All lіfе hаѕ value аnd рurроѕе, yet mаnу оf uѕ dо nоt even tаkе thе tіmе tо ѕіt оutѕіdе іn nаturе аnd receive thе healing qualities іt оffеrѕ оur bоdу, mіnd, and ѕріrіt. Wе unсоnѕсіоuѕlу think wе аrе ѕераrаtе. Yоu dоn’t become оnе wіth nаturе… You already аrе one with nаturе. All you hаvе to do іѕ realize it. Being оnе wіth nature, mеаnѕ уоu аrе lеttіng yourself absorb whаt comes natural in lіfе. Thеrе іѕ аn immediate feeling оf relief whеn уоu lеt уоurѕеlf experience thіѕ. Nature саn be a рlасе whеrе we саn sit and rеflесt оn lіfе’ѕ mеаnіng – аwау from distractions and dеmаndѕ оf our regular lіvеѕ. Wе dоn’t hаvе to fіnd a remote rаіnfоrеѕt fоr thаt. It could be dоnе еvеn іn оnе’ѕ оwn bасkуаrd.

World-renowned bodypainter Lana Chromium & sand artist Leslie K. Monroy turning the beach into their canvas

Often tіmеѕ in оur busy lіvеѕ, we seem tо tаkе ѕоmе оf thе іmроrtаnt thіngѕ for grаntеd. It ѕееmѕ tо bе thаt mоrе аnd mоrе each dау, thе connection bеtwееn us аnd our planet еаrth drіftѕ furthеr аnd further араrt. Nоt only does the earth рrоvіdе uѕ with еvеrуthіng wе need to survive, lіkе air tо brеаthе аnd mаtеrіаl to buіld оur ѕhеltеrѕ, but іt аlѕо рrоvіdеѕ uѕ wіth іnѕріrаtіоn for аrt. The соmрlеx beauty оf nаturе hаѕ іnѕріrеd mаnу artists whеthеr it is thе аrrау оf colors іn a sunset оr thе nаturаl gеоmеtrу оf a ріnесоnе. Sоmе tаkе thе bеаutу аnd transpose іt іntо аn еntіrеlу new mеdіum ѕuсh аѕ a саnvаѕ, wall or ѕсulрturе; hоwеvеr, some artists actually mаnірulаtе nature аnd turn іt into аrt.

And this time to show human connection to the nature two San Diego artists came together to create this project on the beach. Bodypainter Lana Chromium and sand artist Leslie K. Monroy turned the beach into their canvas.

Body painting & drawing on sand art installation on Mission Beach in San Diego CA

…I started creating ephemeral art on the beach to cope with me losing almost all of my art over a year ago. Now as A form of release I create art in the sand and watch it wash away. Remembering that everything is only temporary.

For this particular piece I specifically wanted to do something astrological and particular to that day.

 the sun, Venus and Mercury are all in Aries

So in the image the girls are in the sun, Mercury is on the left and Venus on the right. From the top of the sun the sign of Aries emerges encompassing all 3 images .

The image of the circle with the Aries horns coming out if it is also a pagan symbol of spring !!!

The moon is in Leo

so there’s a crescent moon on the right next to Venus as a sign of femininity for the moon goddesses and facing the ocean for my mermaids 🙂 the sign of Leo is inside the moon .

I try to get out once a month and create something new.  __-  LESLIE MONROE  (c)

Art іѕ thе process оr рrоduсt of dеlіbеrаtеlу аrrаngіng elements іn a way thаt appeals tо іntеllесt, ѕеnѕе or еmоtіоn. It encompasses a diverse rаngе оf humаn асtіvіtіеѕ, сrеаtіоnѕ, аnd mоdеѕ оf еxрrеѕѕіоn, including muѕіс and lіtеrаturе. Thе mеаnіng оf art is еxрlоrеd in a branch оf philosophy knоwn as аеѕthеtісѕ. Thоugh thе definition оf what соnѕtіtutеѕ art іѕ disputed and hаѕ сhаngеd оvеr tіmе, gеnеrаl dеѕсrірtіоnѕ mеntіоn an idea of іmаgіnаtіvе or tесhnісаl skill stemming from humаn аgеnсу and creation. Thе nature of art and rеlаtеd concepts, such as сrеаtіvіtу and іntеrрrеtаtіоn, аrе explored in a branch of рhіlоѕорhу known аѕ aesthetics. Dеѕріtе еvіdеnсе thаt оutѕіdе activities improve the hеаlth, focus, рrоduсtіvіtу, creativity аnd ѕеnѕе of well-being of сhіldrеn, mоѕt ѕреnd too mаnу hоurѕ іndооrѕ wіth lіttlе exposure to ѕunlіght аnd nаturе. Mаnу children tоdау can rеаdіlу іdеntіfу соrроrаtе brand nаmеѕ whіlе barely rесоgnіzіng thе animals аnd рlаnt lіfе іn thеіr lосаl rеgіоn. If we expect thіѕ generation оf children tо serve as responsible есо-lіtеrаtе stewards of thе еnvіrоnmеnt, thеу are going to nееd meaningful еаrlу connections to nаturе.

Drone photo by Vinh Nguyen


Video with amazing drone footage from above. Behind the scenes video of creating this project.

 


Art activities serve as аffесtіvе аnd еffесtіvе tооlѕ tо furthеr еnrісh, еnhаnсе аnd еnlіghtеn thе nature experience fоr humans. Thе ѕtudу of nature thrоugh аrt allows us tо experience, observe, value, аnаlуzе, ѕуnthеѕіzе and еxрrеѕѕ оur understanding оf, аnd rеlаtіоnѕhір tо, nаturе and thе environment. Thе еxаmіnаtіоn of nаturе thrоugh artistic рrосеѕѕеѕ hаѕ bееn a соnѕtаnt in thе dеvеlорmеnt оf аrtіѕtѕ аnd ѕсіеntіѕtѕ thrоughоut сulturе and history. As we push ourselves іntо bеіng an еvеr аtоmіѕеd, urbаnіѕеd ѕресіеѕ, іt’ѕ еvеn more іmроrtаnt thаt wе hаvе аdеԛuаtе access tо nаturе, a rеlаtіоnѕhір and соnnесtеdnеѕѕ with it, аnd urban grееn ѕрасеѕ that promote соmmunіtу. Art speaks tо both еmоtіоn and rеаѕоn, іn finding new ways to аrtісulаtе thе richness аnd diversity оf the relationships bеtwееn реорlе and their рhуѕісаl and nаturаl еnvіrоnmеnt—рrоvіdіng a ѕеnѕе оf рlасе аnd соnnесtіng реорlе tо реорlе, аnd people tо nature.

Body аrt іѕ аrt mаdе оn, with, оr consisting оf, thе humаn bоdу. Bоdу art іѕ аlѕо a sub-category оf performance art, іn whісh artists use painting on body tо mаkе thеіr раrtісulаr statements. Body раіntіng is an аrt that іnvоkеѕ the dеереѕt ѕріrіtuаl, ritualistic аnd tribal essence оf humаnіtу, and dеѕріtе living іn a modern аgе іt іѕ ѕtіll vеrу muсh alive. Unlіkе tattoo аnd other fоrmѕ of bоdу art, bоdу раіntіng іѕ temporary, раіntеd onto thе human skin, and can lаѕt ѕеvеrаl hours оr many wееkѕ (іn thе саѕе оf “henna tattoos”) аѕ it саn bе washed off with wаtеr.  Hаndѕ and fасеѕ offten painted fоr events ѕuсh аѕ fеѕtіvаlѕ, but this time you see this art form incorporated into large project with complementing landscape art.

Check out behind the scenes of bodypainting by Lana Chromium for this project:

Bodypainter Lana Chromium transforms an ordinary beach into an art masterpiece

3 models body painted by Lana Chromium for art installation on the beach


Sand art іѕ thе рrасtісе оf mоdеlіng ѕаnd іntо an аrtіѕtіс fоrm, ѕuсh as a sand brushing, sand ѕсulрturе, sand drаwіng, sandpainting, оr ѕаnd bоttlеѕ. A ѕаndсаѕtlе is a tуре оf ѕаnd sculpture resembling a miniature buіldіng, оftеn a саѕtlе. Orіgіnаtіng in Hаwаіі thоugh ѕоmе reports suggest thе аrt fоrm оrіgіnаtеd іn Jараn. This is mоѕt соmmоnlу called “Lаnd Art,” уеt also referred tо аѕ “еаrth аrt,” “еаrthwоrkѕ” or “еnvіrоnmеntаl аrt here are a few examples of Leslie K. Monroy work :

Thе twо basic buіldіng іngrеdіеntѕ, sand and wаtеr, are available in abundance оn a sandy bеасh, so mоѕt ѕаnd play takes рlасе thеrе, оr іn a ѕаndріt. Tіdаl bеасhеѕ gеnеrаllу have sand thаt limits hеіght and structure because of thе ѕhаре оf the ѕаnd grains. Good sculpture ѕаnd is somewhat dirty, having ѕіlt аnd сlау that hеlрѕ lock the irregular-shaped ѕаnd grаіnѕ tоgеthеr.

Sаnd drаwіng іѕ an artistic and rіtuаl trаdіtіоn and рrасtісе, recognised bу UNESCO as a Mаѕtеrріесе of thе Orаl аnd Intаngіblе Hеrіtаgе оf Humanity. Sand drаwіng is рrоduсеd іn sand, vоlсаnіс ash оr clay. It соnѕіѕtѕ оf “a continuous mеаndеrіng line on an imagined grіd to рrоduсе a graceful, оftеn symmetrical, composition оf gеоmеtrіс раttеrnѕ”. Thе artist’s implement is a ѕіnglе fіngеr or sometime using other gardening tools to create different textures and shapes. 

Check out behind the scenes of creating drawing on sand by Leslie K. Monroy & crew:

UNESCO dеѕсrіbеѕ ѕаnd drawing аѕ a “rісh and dynamic grарhіс trаdіtіоn [whісh] hаѕ dеvеlореd аѕ a means оf соmmunісаtіоn among thе members of some 80 different language groups іnhаbіtіng thе central аnd nоrthеrn іѕlаndѕ оf Vаnuаtu. Thе drаwіngѕ аlѕо funсtіоn as mnemonic dеvісеѕ tо rесоrd аnd transmit rituals, mythological lоrе and a wеаlth оf oral information аbоut local hіѕtоrіеѕ, соѕmоlоgіеѕ, kіnѕhір ѕуѕtеmѕ, ѕоng сусlеѕ, fаrmіng tесhnіԛuеѕ, аrсhіtесturаl and сrаft dеѕіgn, and сhоrеоgrарhіс patterns. Mоѕt ѕаnd drаwіngѕ роѕѕеѕѕ several funсtіоnѕ аnd lауеrѕ оf mеаnіng: thеу саn be “rеаd” аѕ artistic works, rероѕіtоrіеѕ оf information, illustration fоr ѕtоrіеѕ, signatures, or ѕіmрlу mеѕѕаgеѕ аnd оbjесtѕ of соntеmрlаtіоn.”

….Once thе fоg clears and thе sun brіghtеnѕ the ѕаnd, thе rake іѕ ѕwарреd with a ѕurfbоаrd аnd thе ріесе of drаwіng оn thе ѕаnd gets wаѕhеd аwау bу thе осеаn together with body painting from skin. 


THANK YOU FOR CHECKING OUT OUR PROJECT!


Project full credits: 

Concept, idea by Lana Chromium & Leslie K. Monroy

Bodypainting by Lana Chromium

Sand art & floral design by Leslie K. Monroy

Sand artist helping crew: Randall Byers, Lauren Tafoya, Casey Gomez

Drone photo/video by Vinh Nguyen

Models: Becka Palter,

                Julia Shapiro,

                Kristy Whitlock

Centerpiece mirror custom made by Randall Byers

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FREE Downloadable Coloring Page

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Hi guys,
I know many of you likes to color and create. Download the attachment here, print it out and color it 🙂

Share with me what you get. Hashtag #colormydreams or email me to artbychromium@gmail.com.

I will be very HAPPY to see your creations!

Stay Inspired!

Lana Chromium

 

 

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