NEW SERVICES
At the convention, I picked up a few new tricks. I now offer henna, belly painting and body painting.
Henna:
This is a wonder age-old art and tradition in many cultures. I have received nothing but positive feedback from those who celebrate henna in their culture. After I practiced on my feet at the convention, I have had the opportunity to make casual conversation with people from Madagascar, India and Afghanistan after they noticed my henna designs. I did henna at a baby shower, here in suburbia, and over 25 women waited for their chance to get a design. This party was so much fun, and I have a slew of new photos for my henna book. Thanks, ladies!
Belly Painting:
It took me a little while to get a grasp on the concept, but after thinking about it, I asked a good friend of mine if she would be my guinea pig. She has the lovely belly now on my website. This could be a really fun thing to do before a baby shower, to put up a big photograph of the belly painting. Her husband is showing the belly pictures to anyone who will look, only later wondering how appropriate it might have been! They have a beautiful baby boy now, CONGRATS! It was really a blast to paint, and I can't help but notice all the nice bellies I see around these days. How did I never notice these beautiful canvases before? I'm working to develop a package with a studio photographer for professional shots, so stay tuned for more!
Body Painting:
I had little interest in body painting before the conference, but on the last night, I had a wonderful opportunity to paint a Roman soldier upper torso and loved it. It is a much more intense project than face painting. There is so much canvas to cover, but my model was ever so patient, and I promptly ordered a body brush to give me an edge on the next painting. My goal is to do a corporate commercial or event with this type of work. Live painting at a convention or a logo painted on a body that blends into the wall behind them. Talking with Rodrigo Piedra really helped me to see the marketing aspect of body art. He is a Costa Rican body artist with some big clients and lots of passion for his business.