This subfield focuses on the human body as a medium for artistic expression.
History of body art: The evolution of body art practices from early cultures to modern times.
Types of body art: Understanding the different forms of body art, including tattoos, piercings, and body painting.
Cultural significance: Examining the cultural and religious significance of body art in various societies around the world.
Safety and hygiene: Understanding the importance of hygiene and safety practices in body art, including the use of sterile equipment.
Legal considerations: Familiarizing oneself with the legal requirements and regulations surrounding body art in different countries and states.
Artist techniques: Learning the various techniques used by body artists such as shading, color theory, and composition.
Communication skills: Developing strong communication skills to effectively work with clients and create customized designs.
Skin anatomy: Understanding the layers of the skin and its reactions to various inks and materials used in body art.
Aftercare: Learning how to properly care for a new tattoo or piercing to prevent infection and maintain its longevity.
Health considerations: Understanding the potential health risks associated with certain forms of body art and how to reduce those risks.
Tattoos: This is the process of injecting ink beneath the surface of the skin to create a design or image.
Piercings: Piercing the skin with a needle to insert jewelry such as earrings, nose rings, and body chains.
Body painting: The use of paint or other materials to create a temporary design or art on the skin.
Scarification: The process of creating scars in the skin to create a design or pattern.
Branding: The process of burning the skin to create a design or symbol.
Suspension: A performance art in which the body is suspended by hooks that are inserted through the skin.
Implants: The insertion of objects beneath the skin to create a design or shape.
Hair styling: Style the hair in different ways for creative purposes.
Henna: Temporary body art made from natural ingredients like henna plant used to create designs.
Body modification: This includes any form of altering the body beyond typical practices, often through cosmetic surgery, with an artistic or aesthetic purpose.