Roses have been a symbol of beauty and adornment throughout many cultures for thousands of years. You can find these famous flowers within classical paintings, impressive architectural landscapes, priceless jewelry and other significant cultural artifacts. Roses look gorgeous, smell wonderful and are a powerful image to paint on the face and body. Take some time out of your busy day and stop to smell the roses. Or paint some on a canvas or your friend. There’s one thing that is certain. Roses will brighten someone’s day!

Bodypainter: Matt Deifer
Photographer: Matt Deifer
Model: Hannah
Location: Bodypaint.Me Studio, Philly, PA
Date: April 19, 2014