Hogwarts gets a magically realistic rendering in body paint timelapse

Now that's some true wizardry
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Over the years, people have gone to extreme lengths to display their love for the magical world created by J.K. Rowling in the Harry Potter series.

Fans have inked themselves in themed tattoos, dressed in extravagant costumes, and some have even got their pets involved.

But the dedication of Brisbane-based Australian makeup artist, Georgina Ryland, really takes the cake.


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The Harry Potter-head has daubed herself in an incredible, almost photorealistic version of the Hogwarts castle, documenting the process in a timelapse video.

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"I've always been a fan of Harry Potter and I have wanted to paint the castle for a while now," Ryland told Mashable over Messenger.

"I picked this particular reference image because it is so recognisable and has a very fantastical and magical feel to it."

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Ryland first encountered the Harry Potter books following a recommendation from her dad, and says she has been inspired by them for as long as she's been able to read.

Seriously though. How is it possible to get that much detail when you're painting on your own body in reverse?

Ten points to Gryffindor!

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