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Autumn on the Arctic-Lofoten Islands presents a fantastic opportunity to spark your creativity, turning the season's darker days into a source of inspiration, new connections, and innovative artistic expression.
Explore Body Painting with Vilija Arts at Galleri Lofoten
Event Dates:
October 31st (5 PM - 8 PM)
November 1st, 2025 (12 PM - 7 PM)
INDOOR EVENT
EXPERIENCE:
Live Body Painting
Lectures on Body Art: Discover its universe, history, techniques, and more.
Insights into Creativity: Hear stories and the journey of Vilija Arts.
Hands-On Body Painting: Create your own artwork with guidance from Vilija.
Who would have thought you could explore the art of body painting in the breathtaking Lofoten Islands?
Individuals aged 18 and older are welcome to join this exciting event, which dives into one of humanity's oldest art forms—body painting—while also incorporating photography, fine arts, multidisciplinary art, and the enchanting Arctic environment and its inhabitants.
Vilija will share her knowledge of body art, her personal journey, aspirations, and new creative insights through engaging lectures and a live body painting demonstration.
On the second day, a limited number of participants will have the chance to craft their own body paintings under Vilija's expert guidance. You can choose to attend both days or opt for a one-day introduction to body painting.
During the workshop, the gallery will feature a café for snacks and refreshments.
This 1-2 day body painting workshop promises to be an unforgettable journey into the world of art!
Registration for both workshop days is open until October 27, 2025 (Price: 1,990 NOK), which includes basic materials (please note, you must bring your own model-friend, or we can help you find one).
The October 31st lecture and live body painting pass is 390 NOK per person.
No pre-registration is required; however, we recommend securing your tickets early via the website (ticket options are provided below) or choosing to pay at the gallery entrance.
Students (aged up to 22 years) receive a 15% discount.
Please read the details below to find out what to prepare and expect.
Program
Day 1
Schedule for the Evening at Galleri Lofoten
5:00 PM: Arrival at Galleri Lofoten
5:15 PM: Warm welcome and lecture in the conference room (50 minutes)
6:00 PM: Short break for drinks and snacks (15 minutes)
6:20 PM: Live body painting demonstration with an explanation (60 minutes)
7:30 PM: Discussion about the upcoming workshop and exploration of the gallery's artworks
8:00 PM: Gallery closing
Day 2
Schedule for the Body-Painting Class
11:50 PM - Arrival at Galleri Lofoten
12:00 PM - Lecture & Introduction to the Body-Painting Class (50 minutes)
12:50 PM - Break for Fika/Lunch (30 minutes)
1:20 PM - Preparation for Body Painting
Preparing the model
Setting up the background
Organizing the body painting area
Arranging positions for painting (50 minutes)
2:10 PM - 5:10 PM - Body Painting Class
5:10 PM - 5:45 PM - Photographing All the Body Paintings
5:45 PM - 6:20 PM - Break and Clean Up (35 minutes)
6:30 PM - Results and Reflections on the Class (35 minutes)
7:20 PM - Gallery Closes
GOOD TO KNOW
Recommendations for a Deeper Learning Experience
To enhance your learning experience, we suggest participating on both days and bringing your model along. This will allow us to dedicate time to building understanding and fostering connections.
The workshop-lecture will happen indoors, so its warm and inspiring space while creating.
The entire class will be documented with a professional photographer and later the photography’s will be shared with you and your model.
For participants trying body painting for the first time or those with basic knowledge, we recommend selecting a model whom you know, trust, and share a strong bond with. It’s important that both of you are committed to making this creative process a success. Please ensure your model is comfortable being your living canvas for three hours, including breaks.
The model should bring something not too luxurious to wear after the body-painting. The colour goes easily away in shower after the creative process.
If you’re having difficulty finding a model, we can assist you in locating one, though additional fees may apply, ranging from 800 to 1500 NOK.
There is a gallery pass fee of 50 NOK per day for your model. Additionally, please ensure they bring skin or white-colored underwear (such as panties and a bra, if desired). We will also have panties, latex, and bras available for purchase on-site.
We recommend that your model brings a snack or lunch box (fruit and water are ideal during the creative process). A café will also be open for any additional drinks and snacks.
The basic body painting colors and professional, skin-friendly brushes—valued at 600 to 900 NOK—will be provided during your class. If you have any brushes or body painting colors from recommended brands (Kryolan, Chameleon, Diamond FX), please bring them along.
After class, additional materials will be available for purchase, as well as Vilija Art prints.
If you have any questions please contact river@vilijaart.com or via WhatsApp +46738495128
Join a Unique Body Painting Workshop
Participate in an extraordinary body painting workshop hosted by two-time world champion Vilija Art! She will share her artistic journey and immerse you in the fascinating universe of body painting, where you'll have the opportunity to create either camouflage or abstract fine art body paintings.
Registration Details
Registrations are open until October 27, 2025.
Secure your tickets or reach out at email: river@vilijaart.com
