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Make-up artist, wig maker and costumer Elvis Schmoulianoff creates stunningly surreal body art on human canvases that plays tricks on your eyes.
The talented artist transforms models into macabre skeletons, mermaids and goddesses, using their curves and forms to paint visually arresting optical illusions like strategically-placed eyes, hearts and other bold, eye-catching designs.
Her work is influenced by surrealism as can be seen from the striking vibrant tones, incredibly intricate and abstract patterns, and experimental feel that flows throughout.
Schmoulianoff is also a staunch advocate of animal rights and uses only cruelty-free products in her art.
Check out a stop-motion animation below where she demonstrates the transformative power of make-up, and view more of her amazing work at her website.
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Donatella Parisini
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Michael Marks
[via Beautiful Decay, video via Vimeo and images via Elvis Schmoulianoff]
Make-up artist, wig maker and costumer Elvis Schmoulianoff creates stunningly surreal body art on human canvases that plays tricks on your eyes.
The talented artist transforms models into macabre skeletons, mermaids and goddesses, using their curves and forms to paint visually arresting optical illusions like strategically-placed eyes, hearts and other bold, eye-catching designs.
Her work is influenced by surrealism as can be seen from the striking vibrant tones, incredibly intricate and abstract patterns, and experimental feel that flows throughout.
Schmoulianoff is also a staunch advocate of animal rights and uses only cruelty-free products in her art.
Check out a stop-motion animation below where she demonstrates the transformative power of make-up, and view more of her amazing work at her website.
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Donatella Parisini
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Scott Salt
Photo by Michael Marks
[via Beautiful Decay, video via Vimeo and images via Elvis Schmoulianoff]