A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

Want to take part in something groundbreaking?

After months of planning and research, a new project is about to get underway that is both a living art exhibit and a journey into the very limits of body modification.  I’ve known about this for a little while, but I had been asked to keep quiet until the time was right.  Well, today is the day.

The artist behind this project has asked to remain anonymous for now, but he/she has been featured on ModBlog several times before.  This project is the culmination of many years of hard work.  That project?  The Arnie Composition.

The focus of the project is to take fictional modification/mutations found in various Arnold Schwarzenegger films and make them a reality.  This is where you come in.  The artist is looking for volunteers to take part in this radical art showcase.  In order to take part you must be 21 or older, and have some experience with surgical modifications (i.e. implants, etc), and be willing to travel to Montreal.

So what modifications are planned?  Well I don’t have the final list, but I can provide some examples.  We recently saw in the news a professor who used transdermal anchors to stick a camera into the back of his head.  The implants eventually had to be removed as the camera weighed too much.  For “The Arnie Composition” the artist is looking for someone who is up to the challenge of becoming The Predator. If you recall, in the film Predator, the alien had a digital device attached to his arm.  For the project the artist has crafted a compact and lightweight version that will attach to the arm via magnetic transdermals.

In addition to the arm plate, he is also looking to use multiple skull transdermal implants to attach dreadlocks similar to the predator’s.

Next up is the Terminator portion of the exhibit.  Using a combination of scarification, branding, and LED implants, the goal is to recreate the iconic look of The Terminator.

Finally, in the most radical modification of the collection, the Total Recall.  Total Recall is famous for a number of things, but probably the most iconic image is that of Mary, the prostitute.  One lucky woman will have the opportunity to be the centerpiece of the exhibit by transforming into Mary.

There are many more procedures planned, including a radical tattoo and scar piece reminiscent of Mr. Freeze.

If you have any questions regarding this exhibit, feel free to get in contact with me as I’ll be passing the requests along to the artist.  In the mean time, take a look through the galleries to see what what the many talented artists that submit their images to BME are capable of, and start watching those Arnie movies to get a better idea of what to expect from The Arnie Composition.

Comments

32 responses to “Want to take part in something groundbreaking?”

  1. Marjorie Avatar
    Marjorie

    Joyeux poisson d’avril Efix!

  2. Marjorie Avatar
    Marjorie

    Joyeux poisson d’avril Efix!

  3. Efix Roy Avatar

    errrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr….

  4. Efix Roy Avatar

    errrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr….

  5. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    Haha, Not as good as other April Fools, but Still pretty funny.

  6. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    Haha, Not as good as other April Fools, but Still pretty funny.

  7. San Avatar

    Efix uses scalpel to attack RobW! Its super effective!

  8. San Avatar

    Efix uses scalpel to attack RobW! Its super effective!

  9. SunOfNothing Avatar
    SunOfNothing

    That’s….interesting….

  10. SunOfNothing Avatar
    SunOfNothing

    That’s….interesting….

  11. NexiZydrate Avatar

    i see Modblog always has fun with April Fools!!

  12. NexiZydrate Avatar

    i see Modblog always has fun with April Fools!!

  13. Sean Philips Avatar

    Good job Rob, I was wondering if there would be one this year!

  14. Sean Philips Avatar

    Good job Rob, I was wondering if there would be one this year!

  15. Brad Avatar
    Brad

    That’s hilarious! Good one. 🙂

  16. Brad Avatar
    Brad

    That’s hilarious! Good one. 🙂

  17. ThatModifiedDentalGuy Avatar
    ThatModifiedDentalGuy

    aww man i was ready to book my flight to montreal and all…its april 2nd in Oz already…got me all excited hahaha

  18. ThatModifiedDentalGuy Avatar
    ThatModifiedDentalGuy

    aww man i was ready to book my flight to montreal and all…its april 2nd in Oz already…got me all excited hahaha

  19. Colleen Avatar
    Colleen

    First of all, why is this tagged as April Fool’s if you’re trying to trick people? Secondly, what is with the people who always feel compelled to respond to every April Fool’s post on every site with “HAHAHA APRIL FOOL’S JOKE!!!!” If you figure it out, is it so hard to just play along or leave it alone? I have a feeling they’re the same people who like to spoil the ending of every book, tv show, and movie they’ve ever seen for everyone else.

  20. Colleen Avatar
    Colleen

    First of all, why is this tagged as April Fool’s if you’re trying to trick people? Secondly, what is with the people who always feel compelled to respond to every April Fool’s post on every site with “HAHAHA APRIL FOOL’S JOKE!!!!” If you figure it out, is it so hard to just play along or leave it alone? I have a feeling they’re the same people who like to spoil the ending of every book, tv show, and movie they’ve ever seen for everyone else.

  21. Darah Avatar

    Late to the party, but this was pretty entertaining. And am I the only one who is just slightly disappointed that it’s not legit?

  22. Darah Avatar

    Late to the party, but this was pretty entertaining. And am I the only one who is just slightly disappointed that it’s not legit?

  23. varevinc Avatar

    would be cool tough :p

  24. varevinc Avatar

    would be cool tough :p

  25. Squee Avatar
    Squee

    @ Darah
    I was just coming to post the same thing, I would gladly get some of these mods just for fun, and being an art student, well it could go on my resume too.

  26. Squee Avatar
    Squee

    @ Darah
    I was just coming to post the same thing, I would gladly get some of these mods just for fun, and being an art student, well it could go on my resume too.

  27. Jon P Avatar
    Jon P

    I would’ve loved to see the Terminator modifications!

  28. Jon P Avatar
    Jon P

    I would’ve loved to see the Terminator modifications!

  29. Roo Avatar
    Roo

    Can’t wait to see!!!!

  30. Roo Avatar
    Roo

    Can’t wait to see!!!!

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