Body art uses the body as a support for artistic expression.
Body art is an expression of the English language that can be translated as "art on the body" or "body art" . It is an artistic discipline that takes the human body as a support for the creation of works or as a vehicle of expression .
Body art is generally developed within the framework of a performance (an artistic action) or to record the result in videos or photographs. In its origins, many of the manifestations of this type of art were part of rituals .
Types of body art
One of the best-known expressions of body art is body paint . This practice consists of applying paint on the body to make different kinds of drawings or create figures.
In numerous aboriginal tribes, this body art was used to reflect group membership, pay tribute to the gods or frighten enemies in battle. Currently, in the Western world, body paint is developed for aesthetic purposes.
Generally, work is done on the person's naked body . Many times animals and geometric figures are drawn or even clothing is simulated. This type of body art is common during carnival times, for example. It is important to keep in mind that artists must use appropriate paints to avoid harm to the health of the models.
Tattoos , piercings , and other body modifications can also be considered part of body art. In these cases, the body itself becomes the work of art.
Body painting is one of the most popular forms of body art.
A fitness class
In the same way, we cannot ignore that the term body art is also used to refer to a type of physical conditioning that exists and is based on considering the individual as a whole. When we say a whole we are referring to the fact that it stands out that it comes to mix what is the soul, the mind and the body.
Other interesting facts about this kind of fitness system are:
-It was created by therapist and dancer Robert Steinbacher. He shaped it with the clear objective of finding a therapy with which to work with children with disabilities.
-Of the body art developed by this individual, it should be noted that it can be used by anyone to get in shape. In the same way, we must emphasize the fact that it is a perfect mix between Yoga, breathing techniques and physiotherapy, among other disciplines.
-With all the exercises performed with this training system, what is achieved is working all the muscles of the body at the same time.
-It is considered to be a great tool not only to stay in shape but also to correct posture, have greater awareness of one's own body and release tension. This without overlooking the fact that it contributes to achieving well-being, that it allows you to improve concentration and that you achieve a good state of health, both physically and mentally.