15 Embarrassing Body Paint Costume Photos You Have to See

A DECEPTIVELY REALISTIC PELICAN

Body painting is an art form that turns the human body into a canvas. In the image above, precise painting techniques and a clever setup have transformed the body into a deceptively realistic pelican.

At first glance, the human body is barely recognizable: The leg forms the wide beak, the knee the eyes, the chest the bird’s body, and the arms the wings. The dark background draws attention to the fine details, such as the feathers and contours, so that even an expert might be amazed. A masterpiece that blends reality and illusion!