Gabrielle M. Finn
Ultra-violet body painting: A new tool in the spectrum of anatomy education
Finn, Gabrielle M.; Bazira, Peter J.; Bateman, Jonathan; Sanders, Katherine A.
Authors
Professor Peter Bazira P.Bazira@hull.ac.uk
Director of the Centre for Anatomical and Human Sciences
Jonathan Bateman
Katherine A. Sanders
Abstract
This descriptive article explores the use of ultraviolet (UV) body painting within anatomy education. Whilst the use of body painting is not new, UV paint has not previously been used within medical education. It is well documented that body painting is a fun and engaging learning tool that, it is reported, uses multiple sensory pathways to promote retention of knowledge. That being said, it is not without its limitations, namely that it rubs off easily and cannot be layered to show superficial and deep views simultaneously - something that UV paint can achieve. This article compares the use of normal and ultra-violet body painting within the classroom environment. In addition to offering exemplars for best practice and maximum impact, the article offers practical guidance on the health and safety issues related to the use of the paint and associated UV lighting. UV paint provides a wet and therefore more visceral look to paintings. The fluorescent colour makes it extremely striking visually. One of the major advantages is that UV paint can be layered both on top of and beneath ordinary body paint. Thus when light is applied a hidden layer can be revealed. Use of an adhesive, such as liquid latex, underneath the paint ensures that the artwork lasts and withstands sweating and movement, as well as enabling an artefact to be produced if removed carefully from the body. UV paint therefore makes an excellent addition to the toolkit of any anatomy educator.
Citation
Finn, G. M., Bazira, P. J., Bateman, J., & Sanders, K. A. (2018). Ultra-violet body painting: A new tool in the spectrum of anatomy education. 00 Journal not listed, 22(6), 521-527
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Jul 31, 2018 |
Publication Date | Nov 1, 2018 |
Deposit Date | Jan 4, 2022 |
Journal | European Journal of Anatomy |
Electronic ISSN | 2340-311X |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 22 |
Issue | 6 |
Pages | 521-527 |
Keywords | Anatomy; Medical education; Art; Surface anatomy; Ultra-violet; Body painting; Teaching; Learning; Medical student; Undergraduate |
Public URL | https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/3568034 |
Publisher URL | https://eurjanat.com/v1/journal/paper.php?id=180211gf |
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