Somewhere out there, there’s a genius makeup artist, whose works will blow your mind. The level of skills required for making such amazing makeovers is astronomical! And the best part is that they’re not just “random cool” face paints. Each one of these looks has a hidden meaning, maybe even more than one. The skull/death symbolism is ever-present, but there’s always some contrast in the form of animals, flowers or other “living” things. It’s all well-thought out and incredibly inspirational.

Here are top 17 fantastical makeovers by Vanessa Davis! There’s something magical in these pictures.

1. It’s so weird-looking, yet fascinating.

2. Can you imagine how long it took her to finish this? At least like 5 hours?!

3. Um, lady, your face is missing…

4. It’s the missing link between expensive porcelain sets and humans.

5. I’ll call this one the “Barbie Barbarian”.

6. More porcelain, but this time with crawdads and gold pincers.