Film and talk: In Your Own Skin, with director Katheryn Trenshaw

In Your Own Skin is a worldwide art project inviting authenticity and happiness, connecting us all by revealing our hidden truths. What hidden truth would YOU share?

In the film, video portraits capture the unique moment when a person shares a secret, summarized in a long-hidden word or phrase that is then painted onto their skin. Each of these powerful moments releases a generous contribution to the world, a buoyant reminder of living fully and the beauty and strength that comes from facing and embracing our vulnerability and hidden treasure.

Director Katheryn Trenshaw writes: “Many years ago during a silent retreat I had an epiphany. I realized that the greatest treasure I hold is buried deep inside – the thing I least want anyone to know about. This ultimately birthed the In Your Own Skin project. I went out into the world, armed with body paints, a small crew and a few cameras, to record people discussing their hidden truths. I then painted that word onto their skin and photographed their portraits. While creating the film, book and portraits, I met with over 300 people from more than 35 countries and all walks of life. Each of these powerful moments releases a generous contribution to the world, a buoyant reminder of living fully and the beauty and strength that comes from facing and embracing our vulnerability. This in turn grows our intimacy and presence.”

Through her non-judgemental, unique and sensitive approach, Katheryn has now created the In Your Own Skin film project as well as portraits printed in large scale format for museum/gallery display, and community workshops. Touring exhibitions, screenings and events are her next steps.

In Your Own Skin will renew your faith in humanity.