Body marbling is a painting process similar to paper marbling, in which paint is floated on water and transferred to a person's skin. Unlike the traditional oil-based technique for paper, neon or ultraviolet reactive colours are typically used, and the paint is water-based and non-toxic.[1] The term "body marbling" was coined in 2011 by Brad Lawrence of Black Light Visuals.[2][a] Body marbling has become popular at festivals.[4]
Painting process
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The skin is bathed in a salt water solution which allows the paint to adhere. The desired pattern is created by adding drops of paint to the water surface, and transferred to the skin by dipping.[5] The water for painting is mixed with a thickening agent such as guar gum.[6] The skin is then dipped in a rinse bath and allowed to dry.[7] The painting is temporary and can be removed by washing.[8]
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edit- ^ Valenti, Lauren (9 September 2016). "The New "Body Marbling" Trend Is Must-See Stuff, People". Marie Claire.
- ^ Black Light Visuals
- ^ "BODY MARBLING". Justia Trademarks. Retrieved 15 September 2017.
- ^ Scott, Ellen (9 September 2016). "Body Marbling Is the New Festival Trend You're Going to Be Obsessed with". Metro.
- ^ Pound, Kaylin. "Festival-Goers Are Turning Their Bodies Into Trendy Pieces Of Marble Art". Elite Daily. Kaylin Pound. Retrieved 7 September 2016.
- ^ Pantrey, Michael. "Body Marbling". Superpants. M. Pantrey. Retrieved 7 September 2016.
- ^ Bakutyte, Justina. "It Looks Like This Woman's Arm Is Covered In Tattoos, But It's Actually Something Else". A Plus. A Plus. Retrieved 7 September 2016.
- ^ Rini, Jen. "Bright colors, body paint, top Firefly fashion". Delaware Online. The News Journal. Retrieved 7 September 2016.