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Frequently Asked Questions
BODY ART
Q: What is body art and the Australian Body Art Carnivale?
A: Body art is just that - it's art painted on the body. The body becomes the canvas! The Australian Body Art Carnivale weekend is centred around body art, with a face painting competition taking place on Saturday 20 September, and full body art competitions in the three categories of airbrush, sponge and brush, and special effects taking place on Sunday 21 September. The Sunday competition will culminate with a presentation commencing at 6.00pm.
Q: But isn't body art just tattoos and piercing?
A: No. body art can include tattooing but it is so much more. It is about decorating and adorning the human body in as many ways as possible. It's the work of artists who, rather than paint on a flat surface, choose to use a moving, breathing, three-dimensional "canvas" to bring their works of art to life.
Q: How can I enter the Body Art competitions as an artist?
A: Visit the Body Art page of this website for further details, including the Body Art Entry Form/s and Terms and Conditions - as well as FAQs specifically for entrants in the body art competitions.
Similarly, those interested in entering the Wearable Art design competition should visit the Wearable Art page of this website for further details, including the Wearable Art Entry Form/s and Terms and Conditions - as well as FAQs specifically for entrants in this competition.
CHILDREN
Q: Can I bring my kids?
A: Yes. Whilst some of the body art models will have not much on in the way of clothes, the emphasis is on the art - not the bodies. We think that supervised children will very much enjoy watching bodies being painted, but the decision to bring children rests with their parents.
Q: Will there be any tattooing promoted at the event? I do not want to encourage my child to think that they want one.
A: No. Tattooing, other than fun temporary tattoos, is not promoted as part of the Australian Body Art Carnivale.
Q: Will I, or my children, be able to be painted?
A: We will have facepainting tents - for all to try - on both days.
Q: Is the paint safe for children to wear for several hours?
A: It is a condition of the competition that products used comply with Australian manufacturing standards.
FACILITIES, ARRANGEMENTS AND SERVICES
Q: Is there a cost to enter the Australian Body Art Carnivale?
A: No. This is a free community event. Access to the art exhibition is free-of-charge, as is viewing the face painting and Fashion Fiesta on the Saturday and the full body artists working all day on the Sunday, along with the Wearable Art parades and the gala presentation at 6pm.
The only costs are for food and beverages, and any merchandise purchases.
Q: Will there be food and drinks on the event site?
A: Most definitely. The event is licenced, so no alcohol may be brought to the event, and please do not bring glass bottles. There are picnic spots around the Carnivale site suitable for family lunches.
After the Carnivale event, The Imperial Hotel and Joe's Waterhole will be open for drinks and bistro food.
Q: Are there disabled toilets facilities?
A: Yes. There are disabled toilet facilities at the event.
Q: Is there a lost and found service?
A: Yes. There will be a staffed information tent which includes a lost and found service.
Q: Will there be places to rest?
A: Eumundi has beautiful trees and a large town park called Caplick Park which has seating in shady spots. There are lots of cafes and other shops in Eumundi.
Q: Can I take photos at the Australian Body Art Carnivale?
A: You are welcome to take photographs at the Australian Body Art Carnivale - and there will seemingly endless opportunities for great shots.
Please be mindful, however, of restricted body art areas, where access is available to registered participants in the Australian Body Art Carnivale photographic competition only.
Q: Will the Markets be running?
A: The Eumundi Markets will run as normal from 6.30 am on Saturday 20 September.
Many of the fabulous food stalls from Eumundi Markets will be operating on Sunday 21 September for the Australian Body Art Carnivale.
Q: What will happen if it rains?
A: In the event of extremely wet weather, please visit the Australian Body Art Carnivale website for details or listen to local ABC radio Coast FM for updates.
Q: Where can I stay if I want to come early on Saturday and stay after the Carnivale?
A: There are lots of B & Bs in Eumundi and surrounding districts, and Eumundi hotel Joe's Waterhole has accommodation. Click here for information about accommodation.
You can also contact Discover Eumundi Heritage & Visitors Centre on (07) 5442 8762 for further information.
Q: Why is a community association running such an event?
A: The Australian Body Art Carnivale is organised for artists from across Australia, New Zealand and beyond, extending the artistic talents and energy of EHA markets and community into the body painting genre. EHA is a not-for-profit community association that supports community development.
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