Ren Allen

                           Architect of self expression.  Curator of color.

I am an admitted Tea-aholic, lover of life, perpetual student, and mother to many. I live and work in the mountains of Tennessee, creating glamour with makeup and shifting self-image with bodypainting. I showcase my art on bodies wherever creative minds and artful hearts take me.

I have been working in the industry since 2001 both for myself and for a variety of cosmetic companies, including MAC cosmetics. Over the years I earned several certifications with MAC, and enjoyed an incredible career with them for over a decade. I continue my education with a variety of instructors on topics such as HD film by traveling to Atlanta or other cities with those services.

As a humanist, I love working with people from all walks of life and helping them look their best for special events, film or other commercial work. My job is truly such a joy and I look forward to chatting with you!

Bodypainting

Originally self-taught in body paint, I learned the basics through photo shoots and even hosting my own body paint shows. Fortunately for all of us, I have taken classes since then.

I began competing in 2014 and currently hold the North American title for UV bodypainting champion.

My list of bodypainting achievements include:

• Competed at the inaugural Jantana’s Bodypaint Revolution at The Arnold Classic in Ohio 2018, ranked 8th.

• UV bodypainting champion for North America/Living Art America 2017

• Ranked #5 in North America/Living Art America, 2017

• Ranked #7 in North America, 2016

• 3rd place 2014 in emerging artist category for Living Art America, the North American championships

• 2nd place 2015 in emerging artist category for Living Art America, the North American championships

• 2014; participated in the first annual NYC bodypainting day

• Assisted Cheryl Ann Lipstreau at the World Bodypainting Festival for both UV and Installation categories in Austria, 2015