Body painting artists can make up your belly in extraordinary ways to take original, funny or beautiful photos. Here are some beautiful examples to inspire you.
Belly painting, a bit of history
In the Middle East, India and Ancient Egypt, to name a few, many peoples have had customs that involved Henna over the centuries. Recently used by Gwen Stefani and Madonna, it is a method that is coming back into fashion, even if it is not for everyone. Indeed, the product must be of good quality and is not recommended for pregnant women who suffer from anemia. Before you start, it is best to consult your doctor. Once this is done, all you have to do is find salons that are committed to offering you quality products. Zen Henna Montreal, is one of those.
Belly painting
Belly painting is a hybrid between these traditions and those of body painting. Although known here, it is especially popular in Australia and the United States.
Drawings for the little ones
In some cases, mothers decide tohave their belly painted to positively prepare their child for that little sibling that is coming. For example, here, Steph Scissorhands Pro, an artist from Nevers, France, created this drawing inspired by 101 Dalmatians.
Other characters, toys, dolls
Many other characters can be drawn to create this bond, just choose your child's favorite and the artist who will be able to make them likeable.
Baby has adventures
You can also put baby in the spotlight and make him live funny and incredible adventures like Belly by Inki often does.
Seize the tenderness of motherhood
For others, belly painting can be used to immortalize all the tenderness we feel when we are impatiently expecting our baby. Teddy bears, little ducks, flowers, chicks and more can be used to keep pictures of your beautiful belly with a cute decoration.
The origin of life
The themes that usually stand out the most for a photo shoot that aims to immortalize your pregnancy are related to the origin of life. A plant starting to grow, a tadpole and a stork are all ways to illustrate your pregnancy.
Great Talented Artists
Several artists of greattalent practice this art form. Among them, Daizy Design is certainly one of the best known.
Artists from here
Closer to us, La louve noire, an artist established in the Laurentians, also does very beautiful works, whether with characters for children, inspired drawings nature or babies. Jinny makeup also makes beautiful ones.
Shower idea
Belly painting is also a good activity idea for a shower, since it is a rather expensive gift, but which will remain forever in the pregnancy memories of the person you are celebrating.
When?
The best way to do belly painting is to wait until the belly is round, between 6e and 8emonths, depending on the shape of your belly. However, nothing prevents you from doing it sooner or later. This is your pregnancy and these are your memories! You just have to find your idea.
