The next World Award takes place in......FINLAND!

On October 19, 2025, Helsinki will host a spectacular showdown of artistry and imagination as the World Bodypainting Festival's Creative Make-Up World Championship takes centre stage.
Along the thrilling world champion category, we provide also the Nordic Awards in various bodypainting and facepainting categories from October 18–19 within the beauty fair I Love Me, Northern Europe’s largest beauty, fashion, wellness & health expo, held at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre.

Registrations are OPEN via the WBF Official Website

We love bringing brands to life through art! 🎨✨
At our events, creativity meets visibility — and the results speak for themselves 💥

A big thank you to Forst for supporting WBF Italy and the World Camouflage Championship in the stunning Sterzing/Vipiteno 💚

These incredible camouflages was brought to life by:
👨‍🎨 Maurizio Fruzzetti– Art Academy Owner from Italy 🇮🇹
👩‍🎨 Florine Colledara – Current World Camouflage Champion from France 🇫🇷

With amazing models Valentina & Morgane 🔥

One backdrop came alive with the rhythm of music at the WBF Camouflage World Championship. FULL REVIEW: https://youtu.be/iqJmPJmw7kM

A wall filled with guitars of all shapes, sizes, and genres. French artist Elodie Chouquet blended her model into this vibrant scene, turning body and background into one harmonious composition that struck a perfect visual chord.

WBF Spain
World Award: Bodypainting & Show
7th of Feburary, Carnival de Aguilas
Soon Artist Guidelines will be published

✨ We are delighted to introduce the judges for each category of the World & Nordic Awards on the 18th & 19th of October 2025 in Helsinki, Finland!

A huge thank you goes to our sponsors and supporters – your contribution makes this unique celebration of creativity and excellence possible.

🌍✨ Registrations are still open! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event. http://finland.bodypainting-festival.com

See full compilation at:
https://youtu.be/TSDKvH_IyKo

Professional bodypainting artist @johannesstoetterart is internationally renowned for transforming live models into breathtaking illusions inspired by nature. His creations—like the iconic tropical frog made from five models—have captivated audiences worldwide.

In this compilation, you’ll see Johannes’s real bodypainting masterpieces, where brushstrokes bring the illusion to life. The artwork then seamlessly evolves through AI-generated transformations by animator David Addis, morphing into a tiger, chameleon, high heel, frog, and mountain landscape.

A dialogue between human artistry and digital imagination—celebrating both the power of paint and the possibilities of technology.

Artist’s Website: www.JohannesStoetterArt.com
AI Animator: www.davidaddis.com
Artist Booking & Management:
www.wb-production.com

Application for the World & Nordic Awards in Creative Make-up, Bodypainting, Facepainting, Fashion Editorial Make-up is open UNTIL OCTOBER 5th!
Helsinki, Finland
Prizes & Guidelines

🏆 “Amazing prizes are up in the WBF Online Awards: cash prizes, trophies and product vouchers from our exclusive Online Award sponsor Kryolan Professional Make-up. Time to level up your bodypainting game. #worldbodypainting
#WBFOnlineAwards #BodypaintingFestival

TODAY! LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

From November 14–16, the WBF Online Awards 2025 will bring artists together from all around the world!

🎭 LAST CALL: ONLINE AWARDS 2025
Today is your final chance to be part of this amazing global event.

⏰ Registration officially closes tonight — no more extensions!

sponsored by Kryolan
👉 Grab your chance now: registration.wb-festival.com

Photo: Stefan Stuppnig
Artist: Alla Krasnova

✨ Tonight, the WBF Online Awards 2025 came to life, starting with our amazing artists from Asia! ✨ We’re wishing you all the best of luck and an endless flow of creativity as you bring your visions to life.

Work of art by
1. Houyam Hajlaoui @houyam_makeup – Judge of the WBF Online Awards
2. 3. 4. Bibi Jeong, Kim Hyeji, and Soyoung Sim – Participants of the World Bodypainting Festival LIVE Edition 2022 from South Korea

To all artists joining us from across Asia - and soon from the rest of the world - may your colors shine brightly and your imagination know no limits!

Sponsor of the Online competition Kryolan Professional Make-up

Join the LIVE WBF ONLINE Awards Streaming Show.
🔜22 November 2025 | 14:00 Central European Time Zone (Vienna, Berlin, Paris)
🔗www.bodypainting-festival.com

In 20 minutes we start the Live Broadcast!
Join us on YouTube ---> https://www.youtube.com/live/SXXZ-d6qfzo?si=FrwJRC6WmBJcOnad

Every detail of this trophy is handmade, crafted with dedication and true artistic spirit. A unique piece that symbolizes creativity, passion, and excellence was created by the italian artist Andrea Benocci!

You have the chance to win this World Champion Trophy in the category Bodypainting & Show Award.

The first event of the next year will take place in Águilas, Spain, during the legendary Carnival of Águilas, on February 7th.

If art lives in your hands and imagination leads your work, this stage is meant for you! Join the world’s best artists and let your creation shine in one of Europe’s most inspiring festivals.

Águilas is waiting for you, places are limited ->
Artist Guidelines
Registrations are open until January

Step into the world of imagination and creativity at WBF Spain 2026.
On February 7th, Águilas becomes the home of artistic transformation, where bodypainting meets the electrifying atmosphere of Carnival.
If you’ve ever dreamed of competing internationally, this is your moment. Bring your fantasy, your colors, your vision - and let the world see your art come alive.
🔸 registration.wb-festival.com 🔸
Detailed information & Guidelines >>> SPAIN.wb-festival.com
Artist : Agnieszka Glinska | Art Color Ballet
Photo by Harald Langenfeld

Amazing news! The WBF edition Italy presented by Kryolan in Sterzing/Vipiteno 3 & 4 July 2026 will also host the World Awards in Facepainting supported by SUPERSTAR ! Here the big review from the last edition: https://youtu.be/iqJmPJmw7kM?si=_TU80YwL99M2AeW1
Details are published soon!

I hope you all had a wonderful slight into the New Year wishing you a creative and travel intense new one! May all your project develop as you wish, maybe some of the upcoming events are on your list or can attract you for your further development.

At WBF Spain, you don’t just paint - you perform.
Models transform into characters, artists become visionaries, and every stroke pushes the story closer to life. ONLY 1 MONTH LEFT!
Register now: registration.wb-festival.com
Artist Lucia Postacchini | ITALY
Photographer Tobias Spranger

Sneak peek for our Telegram followers only 🌟
We’re happy to announce that WBF Italy will be hosting an additional category the World Award: Facepainting!

The category will feature excellent cash and product prizes, generously provided by our sponsor SUPERSTAR.

Artist information will be updated in the coming days.
Registrations are now open via the WBF official website
More details coming soon.