Iridescent Facepainted Portraits

Maria II by Johannes Stamcar is Mesmerizingly Multihued

The photo series titled Maria II by Johannes Stamcar is out of this world. The use of neon paint against a black base has given model Maria Zeilinger an alienesque aesthetic that is both disturbing and beautiful. More than anything, however, the looks are completely captivating. Like an iridescent black pearl, she shimmers mesmerizingly under the studio lights.

Captured in both color as well as black and white, the photoshoot titled Maria II by Johannes Stamcar is comprised solely of closeup portraits. This acts to really highlight the work of beauty artist Mario Röllig, who concentrated on both Zeilinger's hair and makeup. While the beauty portion does steal the show, the multihued model showcases a range of emotion, which will also reel in an attentive audience.
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