Ep 7. The Art of Illusion

In Skin Wars season 1 episode 7, titled "The Art of Illusion", the remaining six contestants are challenged to create an optical illusion on their human canvas. The guest judge for this episode is illusionist Franz Harary, who is known for his mind-blowing illusions and has worked with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry.

The contestants are given a brief on the challenge and are allowed to pick their own canvas. They are also given access to a variety of props and materials to assist them in creating their illusions. The artists have four hours to complete their designs, which is a shorter time frame than previous challenges.

As the contestants begin working on their designs, we see a range of techniques and ideas being explored. One artist uses body paint and glitter to create a disco ball effect, while another creates a multi-layered illusion that involves painting different parts of the body to create the illusion of depth.

Throughout the challenge, we see the contestants struggle with different aspects of the task. Some struggle with the technical aspects of their designs, while others struggle with time management. Franz Harary provides feedback and encouragement throughout the challenge, and offers some valuable advice on how to create effective illusions.

Once the four hours are up, the contestants present their designs to the judges. There are some truly impressive illusions on display, and the judges are blown away by the creativity and technical skill on show.

As with previous episodes, the judges take a closer look at each design and critique it based on a number of factors. They consider how effective the illusion is, how well it has been executed, and how it fits with the brief. They also take into account how the design looks on camera, as this is an important aspect of the competition.

After a lengthy deliberation, the judges announce which artists will be moving on to the next round, and which two artists are in danger of elimination. One of the artists who has been consistently strong throughout the competition finds themselves in danger of going home, which comes as a surprise to everyone.

In the end, the judges make their decision, and one more artist is sent home, leaving the remaining five to continue on in the competition. As always, emotions run high, and the artists reflect on their experiences and what they've learned throughout the competition so far.

Overall, Skin Wars season 1 episode 7 is an exciting and visually impressive installment in the series. The challenge is a unique one that really allows the artists to showcase their creativity and technical abilities, and the addition of guest judge Franz Harary adds an extra level of expertise to the proceedings.