About the Artist

BODIES is a live art experience featuring humorous monologues and a live body painting of a model. Centring around Matti McLean’s story of growing up in Northern Ontario, to his artistic ventures that brought him to body painting, this introspective story explores our relations to each other, our relations to art, and to our bodies. The production includes two full body paintings of a live model, and of the artist himself, as well as a live question and answer period where he can answer questions from the audience who want to know more about the process. BODIES is a story that focuses on the most basic human experience of living in your skin and why it's important to be who you are in a world that wants you to change. 

BODIES offers a captivating live art experience, intertwining humorous monologues with the dynamic spectacle of live body painting. Centred around Matti McLean's personal journey from growing up in Northern Ontario to his transformative artistic endeavours in body painting, this introspective narrative delves into our connections with each other, our relationship with art, and our understanding of our own bodies.

The production features two mesmerising full body paintings—one on a live model and another on the artist himself. Additionally, the audience is invited to engage in a live question and answer session, providing a unique opportunity for McLean to share insights into the artistic process and respond to inquiries from curious attendees.

BODIES is a narrative that revolves around the fundamental human experience of inhabiting one's own skin and underscores the significance of embracing authenticity in a world that often pressures individuals to conform. It's a compelling exploration of self-expression, artistry, and the celebration of individuality.

This project was first displayed at the Toronto Fringe Festival in 2022 as “Solo Painting” but later evolved to “Bodies” at Orlando

Accessibility & Content Considerations

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This event is appropriate for ages 18+

Nudity

Adult Language

Audience Interaction

Covid-19 Safety policy

This event does not require proof of vaccination to attend or masks to be worn