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Travel Plans + Debut of Benjamin
Hello friends, fans, and fabulous creatures. I'm back with another post, this time featuring another friend of Randall, the handsome Benjamin!Before we dive in, just wanted to let you know I edited a bunch of photos today, and have them scheduled for the week!Why is that? I'm going to Colorado!A good human that I've known for gosh... two decades, was planning on visiting me. Unfortunately she was having health issues with her cat, so she offered me her flight fare instead. Suggested we adventure in beautiful Boulder!So I'm takin...
We painted…Barbies?!
That’s right! In celebration of the new movie, Donnie and I painted vintage Barbies, and there is a heart warming tale why!
Fearless on Fridays
Happy Friday, my Friends! Did you make it through the week OK? Have any fun weekend plans? I thought I'd keep things light hearted on this post, but I do plan on sharing some new art later today!For now, I've got a delicious afternoon snack! Full of vitamins and art. This post celebrates Devante and Robbie, as well as Travy and his partner at the time.Kissing is always a challenge to capture in photos because it tends to smoosh people's faces weird, but this one is really cute!I love this snuggle that Robbie and Devante are doing he...
Record Temperatures
What’s cooking , good looking? Are you on fire, or are you “this is fine”? Record temperatures are impacting the world, but that doesn't mean we can't have art!I'd like to think that my creativity offers comfort... Too bad it doesn't also cool!To that end, I bring you treasure! Which is pretty cool if you ask me. Here are three more gems for you to explore, featuring the talented Thomas!I've already edited 20+ photos of him, and I'm working on his videos. It was such a fun session.The best part was watching his ora...
Do you like Neon Art?
I've had a few clients request Neon recently! Thomas above (in this brand new photo) looks so cool with the white background and the neon colors.I've never actually tried to pull that off, but it somehow worked. Plus I was out of black backdrop paper :PWhen I do use a black background, I sometimes paint it like this:Which makes Dallas really stand out!Light or Dark background, either can be compelling, especially when the model is half way painted like Collin below:Or a bit more covered, like Bennet here:Or fully covered, like this beau...
The Magic of Spirited Away
Hello friends! I hope you had a positive weekend, I've got some new art for you as promised. But first a quick update on my Socials! A lot of people don't realize I have a new Snapchat. Not only that, but I have a Threads and Bluesky now! Snapchat: NomiChromaThreads: BodyArtBrandonBluesky: BodyArtBrandonTikTok: BodyArtBrandonInstagram: BodyArtBrandonFacebook: BodyArtBrandonTwitter: BodyArtBrandonTwitter Alt: BeyondBodyArtTumblr: BrandonMcGillOF: BodyArtBrandonFeeling The SpiritThis may of been the debut of Chris into the world of body a...
What's the Tea?
I've got some fun trip related news! First, I'm flying to Colorado this month!My good friend Brooke was originally going to visit me, but her cat needs extra care, so she offered to venmo me her flight fare. I used that to book the trip, and well, I'll see you in Colorado from the 25th to the 2nd.Second, I'm judging a Drag Show next week. If you're in Phoenix and want to meet the artist, I'll be at Stacy's at around 8-8:30pm. I'm sponsoring this week's winner with a free body painting session, so the stakes a...
Favorite Photoshoot This Month 👀
It's the thunderous debut of THOMAS. It's not often I'm blessed with a triple threat, but he is a talented actor, model, and dancer.I've got such sights to share. Not only that, but I attached a few of these so you can download them in high quality to enjoy! Let me know if you want any of the others. <3From the very first photo, his energy captures your attention. In the second photo above (which I recommend looking up closer) I've created such a rich tapestry of colors for you to play in!He actually quit acting, to focus on...
Gazing Into The Future + Drew
Hi folks! How is your July treating you so far?I think I'm recovered from last week. My goodness, that was a streak of some amazing art sessions. Let me break it down, before we jump into Drew's shoot.Wednesday: Thomas delivered an absolutely electric shoot! 10 years in the making. What a memorable time, and nailed every pose and then some. Thursday: First time model, and patron supporter, Rick joined us in the studio from Florida! Had a wonderful session, and then we went to dinner after. Friday: Chris was "Spirited Away" with ...
Wow! What a week
Just a quick update- I must say, it's been a heck of a week. Lots of beautiful new body art. My session with Chris was Studio Ghibili inspired. With Rick, I used his skin tone to balance against royal blues. Thomas featured a hyper kinetic dance performance that you just have to see! Plus I'm still flying high from my fantastic session with Drew. Honestly everyone.. I'm truly appreciative of you, and I think you're in for a treat. Thank you!Love + ArtBrandonP.S. Painting Barbies tomorrow with Donald to celebrate the new film.
May the 4th be with you?
Can I just keep saying that? Even in July? :PHello friend! I've been working on stoning a dress all day to help Leif prepare for a competition. It's looking fabulous, and I can't wait to share the finished version.Went to a swim party yesterday with Let's Have A Fefe's Freddy Prinze Charming!Tomorrow I'm painting Thomas with a sensory inspired body painting.Thursday I'm painting Rick who is a Patreon supporter.Friday I'm painting Chris who is a long time friend and supporter of my work.Saturday I'm painting B...
Jubilant for July
Let's kick off the month with fireworks, in the form of beautiful artwork, instead of the loud noisy thing in the sky that makes your dogs sad!I want to welcome you a period that is going to be brimming with art. I have FOUR appointments this coming week, featuring Thomas (new), Rick (new), Benjamin (new), and finally Donald, for a magical Barbie transformation!I'm sharing more of Drew Swaine soon, but I wanted to drop a couple more progress shots first. Did you notice the chair, or the cool staff he brought?Thank you for your support! ...
The Shape Of Drew
Hey super suave friends! Thank you for your support, I've got some BRAND NEW art for you, featuring Drew Swaine.Here is just a peek though...I have a much bigger story to tell, and more photos to post, but I will have to save that for another time. For some reason my energy today is low low low, and I just want to nap!?That said, this is one of my favorite sessions recently, and the chemistry was quite magical. Great art + memorable moments made. What more could you ask for? Drew was such a darling!
World Wide Wiccan
Hey superfans! Today we're talking about Wiccan! As we learn more details about Agatha, Coven of Chaos I thought it would be a great time to share more of this bold piece of body art featuring Victor Love!In a previous body painting, the character was portrayed by Lucy Crandall, who also modelled a lot of my early work (such as the Orc, or Wrath from Seven Deadly Sins).This time LA based Victor Love was selected to portray Wiccan during my last tour, and as a special bonus, ALSO played Hulkling!Both paintings ended up pretty dang adorable, ...
"Emerge" with Gino - Part One
Thank you for your support! I've got a two-parter since I managed to capture a LOT of adorable photos featuring first time model (and long time fan) Gino Ross.Did you know Gino also interviewed me for their Podcast? That's right, more information on that soon. It was quite the conversation!Gino approached me to be painted because I was looking for plus sized models to represent my new series, "The Shape of You". I hope you enjoy the joyous results! The studio welcomes ALL body types.To start things off, the header was made with ...
Feedback Requested <3
I'm working on my Summer Rates Flyer, and would love some feedback! This is the first time I've tried this strategy, but I'm hoping that if I lay it attractively, people will be drawn to it. What do you think so far?I'm still tweaking the colors and placement, but I'm open to your words of encouragement or creative critique. Of course, with algorithms, this may be much ado about nothing... but I'm hoping this catches a few eyes. Maybe it caught yours? I thought I'd ask before I go ham with details... 😅
The End Of Blue
Do I use too much blue? That's for aliens in the future to determine on a Netflix reboot, but for now I do think it's amusing how much it shows up in my work.Heavily! The first time I painted Chad (above) his face ended up blue. 5 Years later when he came here with his husband, guess what happened? That's right, they made a mess together, and in the process his face was blue. Times two!If I were to stop using blue, what color would you love to see me use MORE? Which shade is ready for it's time to shine?I hope you liked the new ...
Black and White Beauties
I thought it was high time we celebrate some black and white photography with these beauties! The first photo features Josh in this spooky piece. The photo below features Aaron as the Knave of Hearts!The next photo of Best was used in his book briefly, before we rotated it out for another photograph that featured less skin.Here is Robert and Jarrod in my project "Contact". Do you remember this series?Another cute one from my Contact series, featuring Kevin and Juliet! <3Here is Trevor looking amazing in "The Shape of You"I'v...
Where there is a Will, there is a Way
Here are some new photos I edited featuring this very elemental painting!Can you spot the different elements?The fire in particular is pretty fun!So is this expression! Getting painted is a fun experience :)Are you dreaming of your own session? No need to dream it... Be it!Take 20% off your JUNE appointment by using the code PAINTMEDM me for details on how to redeem <3Thank you to Will for supporting my Patreon, and booking their own session!
Married Life
Recently a couple came to celebrate their recent(ish) marriage together, by being painted in Phoenix Arizona. No small feat, since they drove across the country, and this was to be the highlight of the journey! I'd like to think it was worth it.Chad is no stranger to the studio though, and starred in this gorgeous geometric painting that I'm sure a few of you remember!Now he wanted to share the same transformative experience he had with me, with the love of his life! If that's not love, I don't know what is!?They really wanted t...
Want To Watch Me Work?
I'm trying to share more content of me working on people!I've got some Time Lapses I'm editing, but in the meantime, here are a collection of photos of me working on Seth, Zander, Josh, Randall, Derek, and Tom.Photos captured by Dylan Riggs, Leigh Zagorin, Micah James Artistry (and others, where noted). Let's go on a journey!Kevin Kittle captured this great shot last weekend:While Ezekial captured this:I hope you enjoy watching me work! Thank you for your support!-Brandon
The Official Angler Fish Story
Now that the dust has settled, I can finally write about the wild journey of The Angler Fish by Brandon McGill! If you go through the slideshow at the top, I show you basically how I put it together, from start to finish.Massive thanks to Seth Powers, who was a HUGE part of this, not only modelling, but assisting with painting/building/testing. This was such an ambitious idea, to say the least!It all started, because I was asked if I would like to return to the Body Painting Extravaganza we have every year during Phoenix Fan Fusion (Comic-Con)....
Exclusive Angler Sneak Peek
Trying not to spoil the surprise, so here is a closeup of Seth Powers. Show on Saturday!Happy Pride Month!I’ve been working SO HARD ON THIS
The Blood Elf Returns!
Many moons ago, I worked with my good friend Dylan on a "Blood Elf" inspired body painting. We both had a love for World of Warcraft, and arguably the Blood Elves were pretty damn cute (depending on your taste). Fast forward to today, and we decided to throw a little sequel and do another painting, once again inspired by Blood Elves, but made more feminine.This is to reflect Dylan's new interest in Drag, especially Dragula which takes Drag on it's head and makes it spooky or dark!So gaze one last time at our original Blood Elf t...
Next Show: Saturday June 3rd
8pm, Phoenix Convention Center, during "Phoenix Fan Fusion"18+I'll be painting on stage, with 5 other body artists, during an event called "Animalyze". If you've attended before, some of your favorite models and artists are returning!This year I'm bringing Seth Powers (pictured above) to the event for his Angler Fish transformation! THE Tyler Monzingo will be assisting. You know, the first person I painted at Phoenix Comicon!Unrelated, but our live video together has reached a MILLION views.https://www.youtube.com/wa...
Just finished filming in Tuscon
Drove home at midnightBegan gig at 6am with a 1.5 hour driveI was not expecting the physicality (twitching, lunging, running etc) and isolation of not being able to see, but still needing to nail fight choreography. Was amazing to be asked to act. Also to have others make ME over.Was fake shot, and had sugar glass bottles thrown at me. It was a lot, but also very cool.Everyone was so nice and said they loved my acting apparently. One question though…Do I have something on my face?Much more later. I’m exhausted! Makeup by Dee and Kiriah! Fil...
Sneak Peek - Married Couple
Chad (a fan favorite) recently got married and wanted to celebrate with his sweet partner!Here are some behind the scenes photos!
Exclusive Sneak Peek - Angler!
Took these photos just now! Trying to keep this under wraps, but since you are special, I wanted you to see what I’m working on.This is the rough ROUGH prototype version of my Angler Fish headpiece that Seth and I finished tonight.Tomorrow I’m taking this all apart, painting everything, remaking fins, resembling and gluing down.I’m testing Resin molds for the eyes!Are you excited? Can you see the potential?Chest and Shoulders next week… THANK YOU for the super support, my friends! Sorry for the late post, but i’ve been working on this...
Happy Zelda Day!
I know I'm a little late, but maybe you're in a different time zone, or in Hawaii! Here are a few art pieces I did that are Zelda themed, in celebration of today's launch: Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom!To sweeten the party, I included a couple NEW progress shots showing Josh and Dani during the painting process.The header image is Josh as "Dark Link"The second image is Dani as a montage from Majora's Mask. And here are some progress shots that led to creating the art piece!Lots of detail went into this one!Have y...
Shape of You - Trevor
Am I in my blue era, or is this merely the Shape of You?This one has been brewing for a LONG time.Years ago, in a gallery far, far away, I met Trevor Clay on the runway. I was doing creative makeup on three models, and caught his performance afterward. The energy was electric, and I knew some day I would work with him.It was def those eyes and that smile! He's really quite captivating, don't you think?A few years ago, he played at my Birthday Show, held at Exposed Gallery. It was the same one that Best surprised me at. I've also had...
