Western Region Body Paint Competition

LIVE  EVENT

• The definition of “Special Effects” as it pertains to this contest is: Effects adding to, changing and/or distorting the shape of the body. Examples of this are latex or silicone facial attachments, masking, body attachments, anything applied to the body with glue.

• The work of the bodypainting is the MOST important criteria considered for the judges.

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• The size or quantity of any Special Effects used is far less important than the quality.

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• Special Effects may add points to the overall score of the piece when they are successfully combined into the bodypainting work, not as separate objects.

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• We hold no regulation as to what may be attached to your model as long as their safety is primary concern.

 

YES!  You can use the following for the LIVE event

The following is a list of things ALLOWED

• False Fingernails

• False Eyelashes

• Eye fashion contact lenses

• Shoes that rise no higher than the calf

• Wigs and false hair

• Headpieces that attach by any safe means to the hair area of the head.

• Glitter in loose form or spray-on form or attached with skin-safe glue

• Crystals/rhinestones/diamonds attached with skin-safe glue

• G-strings attached to the body with glue (g-strips), rather than side strings

• Special Effects attached to the face/body with skin grade adhesive, not to exceed coverage of 25% of model’s body.

• Nipple covers/pasties, briefs, modesty patches.

• Anything not included in this list is not to be used and is against the rules.

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SPECIFIC JUDGING CRITERIA.

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• The competition is judged on criteria regarding the painting technique, adherence to theme and overall impression of work.

• Both airbrush and brush and sponge are allowed.

• The use of special effects attachments is also allowed, not to exceed coverage of 25% of model’s body.

• The jury awards points for:

  • Quality, technique, and ability  –  1 – 10  points

  • Composition, overall impression  –  1 –   10  points

  • Interpretation of the theme, idea, and originality  –   1 –   10  points

 

Artist Rules

Rules Overview

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• We advocate the safety of the models, above all. Only professional grade makeup paints/adhesives intended for bodypainting/effects are to be used for any application to the body

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• Competition start and stop times will be STRICTLY ENFORCED, Violators painting outside of designated times will be disqualified.

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• Any team working in ANY capacity beyond the finish deadline, either in the work area or the line to jury, will be noted and receive point deductions in judging. (e.g.- if your model’s headpiece has tilted off-balance, you may straighten it, but if you are found to have paint, glue, glitter, crystals, eyelashes, eye contacts, fixative, a brush, or any means of adjusting the finished product IN YOUR HANDS, at ANY time after the finish time,  you can expect to lose points in the interest of fairness to all competitors.) If you have an extraordinary circumstance at this stage (like a g-strip coming loose), find an official and GAIN CLEARANCE to correct the situation before acting in any regard.

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• The artist may work with one (1) assistant ONLY, who MUST BE REGISTERED with the artist’s application.

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•  Compressors are the only kind allowed for airbrush painting. In an effort to create the most enjoyable experience for both the participating artists and the ticket-buying public we do not advocate for industrial loud air compressors.  We recommend the use of small, quiet air compressors or air tanks. We recognize that even the small ones are not silent, however, the use of large, noisy, industrial compressors is NOT ALLOWED.

• Using several assistants that work sequentially, one after another in a tag-team arrangement is NOT ALLOWED.

• Models may not paint themselves, or ANY additional models, as this is counted as a second assistant.

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• Only registered artists, assistants and models are allowed in the artist working area for ANY reason, at any time.

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• All activities related to the competition must be done by the artist and/or assistant ONLY. Having a “support staff” of any kind is NOT ALLOWED. This means you cannot have extra people to clean your brushes, do hair styling, run errands, etc.

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• Assistants are allowed to paint the entire time of the competition.

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• Assistants may paint whatever their artist designates, from base coat to detail work, appliances, etc.

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• The artist is free to paint more than one model, so long as they are pre-registered to do so.

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• We advocate the safety of the models, above all. Only professional grade makeup paints/adhesives intended for bodypainting/effects are to be used for any application to the body.

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• Any brand of professional grade bodypaint products may be used for the bodypainting, attachments and special effects.

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•  If you use something not allowed, or bring it into the working or judging area, points will be deducted from your total score on that day or your team may be disqualified upon the discretion of jury.

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• The judges/ vendors/ public will preview work-in-progress during the day. Additionally, we have installed judging assistants, who know the rules and can give judges a note if someone breaks them. [For example: working with more than one assistant or starting early or working beyond the finish time.

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• You are allowed to prepare the hairstyle of the model’s own hair (or wig) before the beginning of the contest. This can happen anytime before the start time (including prior to arrival) and need not take place in the artist work area. Please note: No using of any applied paint colors, makeup, headpieces or attachments before the official start will be allowed.

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• The artists, assistants, and models must sign a form at the artist registration area, that any photos and videos made may be used by Western Region Body Paint Competition.

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• The models must be wearing at least a g-string or glued-on “g-strip”, which should be applied prior to competition start time. 

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• All female models must wear pasties covering their nipples, which should be applied prior to competition start time.

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• Models may be fitted with unpainted bald caps prior to the start of the competition.

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• 18+ only admittance to all work areas of the competition. This applies to artists, assistants, models and members of the public. You will be asked to show proof of legal ID at registration.

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• Artists may enjoy personal-size speaker music in their workspace, so long as it does not disturb their fellow competitors.

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• Logo wear featuring YOUR OWN personal body/face-painting company name/logo/info is acceptable.

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Stage presentations

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• The models are presented to the audience on the catwalk stage beginning at 7:30PM.

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• Every artist must submit their accompanying music during the application process. Deadline is September 15, 2019

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• Every artist is welcome to submit a descriptive summary (3 sentences long) about their creation, for the stage presentation. This will be of particular interest to the audience casting votes for the “Audience Award”. Deadline is September 15, 2019.

• Any artist who does not submit a description of the work and/or musical choice by the stated deadlines will have music selected for them by event staff and model will present without any description

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• The limit for presentations is two minutes maximum.

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• If you are planning a particularly spectacular show and have ANY special considerations, please contact us well in advance of the competition for discussion/pre-approval.

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• The “Audience Award Prize” voting will take place at the time of the show, by all in attendance wishing to do so. Votes are cast in real time via mobile device and tabulated. The winner is announced at the awards presentation.

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