Kara Kuckoo

Kara Michelle is an artist and musician specializing in Body Painting, Face Art, Performance & Installation Art.

Originally from Ohio in the United States, Kara studied arts, crafts and ceramic arts at Columbus College of Art and Design and Kent State University.  

After her studies she shifted her focus to music. She began writing and singing for a Cleveland based band, In Winter and a Las Vegas based project, Azure Noir.  

While in Las Vegas, Kara began face painting at The Circus Circus Hotel and Casino and that is where her love of face & body art was born.  

Kara moved to Germany in 2009 and soon after began working with models and photographers doing in studio makeup for creative photo shoots.

Paired with her previous knowledge and training she began to explore and expand her creativity using the full body as a canvas.  Her love of body painting has taken her to many countries where she creates and competes in Body Painting events. 

During her time in Germany Kara also works with children helping them to learn and develop in English. 

She now uses her experience in art, music, dance and self expression to support a fun environment for kids to learn English. 

Kara is also a certified Yoga Teacher and Breath Work Facilitator, and also has training as a clown.

She is also the creator, singer and song writer for the dark electronic band, Moons In Retrograde.

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