California-based artistRussell Powellcontinuesto create impressive imprints that blur the line between traditional portraiture and experimental body art.

Using his hand as a makeshift stamp, Powell produces extraordinarily detailed depictions of realistic and expressive faces.

To create each impressive imprint, Powell employs a unique process he calls hand-stamping.

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

This technique requires the artist to first paint a picture on the palm of his hand.

Additionally, this method is favorable for its unique aesthetic, as each portrait is entirely one-of-a-kind.

it’s possible for you to see more of Powell’s handiwork on hisInstagram.

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Check out the process behind the artist’s imprinted body art.

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell

Hand Stamp Body Art Body Painting Russell Powell