We transformed Master Thalia, a 4th Dan Black Belt Tae Kwon Do national champion, into a cyborg warrior with mind-blowing bodypaint. She took over Muscle Beach in Santa Monica, demonstrating her precision, power, and speed in an electrifying showcase of martial arts mastery.
With robotic textures and metallic armor, the artwork merged human strength with futuristic design, bringing the vision to life. Watch as she moves like a machine, seamlessly blending art, athleticism, and intensity.
Check out the fusion of combat and creativity.
Here’s Matt working hard at 4 am to get the shot. He’s holding a blacklight, a camera and taking video!
Bodypaint: Matt Deifer
Model: Master Thalia
Photography: Matt Deifer
Location: 424 Studios and Muscle Beach, Santa Monica, CA
Date: May 27, 2025