Christopher Ryan is a versatile international model whose work spans life drawing, bodypaint, and SFX collaboration. With experience across traditional art studios, competitive bodypainting stages, and creative photography projects, he brings professionalism, adaptability, and artistic awareness to every session. The following sections highlight his work in life-drawing modeling and in bodypaint/SFX art.
SFX and Body Paint
Christopher Ryan has modeled for many of the world’s top bodypainters, including multiple sessions with Craig Tracy, producer and judge of the TV series Skin Wars. He has appeared onstage at the World Bodypainting Festival in Austria, representing Liliana Sepúlveda Hopman in the ultraviolet category, and at the North American championships, Living Art America.
In addition to working with numerous Hollywood artists, Chris has also collaborated with emerging and amateur painters, as well as participated in self-portrait projects with bodypaint and SFX artists. His experience, professionalism, and versatility make him a strong partner for both creative experimentation and high-level competitive work.
Life Drawing and Portrait
Christopher Ryan is a professional international art model who has posed for art institutions, drawing groups, and private artists across the United States, as well as in Thailand, Myanmar, and Europe. Known for his versatility, he is comfortable working in both clothed and nude sessions.
Chris is also uniquely known for offering dedicated feet-drawing sessions, giving artists the chance to study feet up close in a relaxed environment. In addition to modeling, he is an accomplished self-portrait photographer and provides custom reference photos for artists upon request.
