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Elodie Ternois, Lela Trock — 11 November 2023

Unicorn Face Paint: Magical Design Ideas

Face painting is an opportunity to add a touch of magic to a child’s day, and this easy rainbow unicorn design is as magical as they come! Our wonderful instructor and graduate, Elodie Ternois (affectionately named the Unicorn Queen of face painting), designed this unicorn at the beginning of her time as an instructor for…

Wies Facepainting — 06 November 2023

How to Create a Batman Mask with Face Paint

Hello face painter, friend! You’ve come to the right place if you’re ready to learn an impressive and unique design for….Na-na-na-na na-na-na-na Na-na-na-na na-na-na-na BATMAN! This tutorial will teach you how even with no skill at painting faces YOU can paint this fun character design on the job. It’s simpler than it looks, and if…

Lela Trock, Olga Murasev — 18 October 2023

How Much to Charge for Face Painting (Real Prices)

No doubt this is the most frequently asked question by beginners wanting to learn how to become a face painter. Professionals will also benefit from seeing what others charge…

Simona Rad — 10 October 2023

Fairy Face Painting: Tips and Ideas

What makes this the most magical Fairy face paint design? This design is whimsical enough for children, and elegant enough for teens and adults too! The breathtaking rainbow colors of Leanne’s Happy Pixie Fusion palette make the white linework pop in a beautiful way. Learn to combine vibrant colors, intricate texture, beautiful layered flowers, and…

Lela Trock, Olga Murasev, Simona Rad — 02 October 2023

Halloween Face Paint Ideas and Tips

Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your spooktacular look. Whether you’re a professional preparing your menu for a booming season, an adult looking to turn heads at a costume party, or a parent getting your little ones ready for trick-or-treating, face paint can be the key to creating the…

Olga Murasev — 06 September 2023

Top 10 Techniques for Amazing Face Painting

Have you ever wondered what differentiates outstanding designs and… all the rest? How are painters achieving polished designs OTJ even when they’re working fast? Solid fundamentals and good technique. Doing the little…

Lela Trock — 23 August 2023

Best Halloween Face Paint Ideas 2024

Halloween is the time for creativity to take a spooky twist, and for face painters, it’s the busiest season of the year. But what is the best combo of designs to offer? Well, this is our MUST-HAVE list of ideas. What makes these the best for a small Halloween menu? Their versatility! In this collection,…

Shawna Fae — 18 August 2023

Easy Monkey Face Painting for Beginners

Now you can say YES to monkey face paint when it’s requested! There are some requests that face painters just say no to. For many, monkeys don’t turn out well, often because the flesh tones aren’t being used to their best advantage. Better to say no to a tricky request than do a terrible job…

Lela Trock, Olga Murasev — 17 August 2023

Animal-Themed Face Paint Designs

Animal face paint is a wonderful and popular option for boys and girls of any age. A rough n’ tough dad may want a bloody shark attack, while a teenage girl may go for a tropical beach scene with a sea turtle. Animal designs appeal to kids, teens, and adults, and they’ll never be out…

Lela Trock — 16 August 2023

Halloween Face Painting: Essential Tools and Materials

As the crisp autumn air descends, the world of face painting embraces a thrilling metamorphosis. Halloween isn’t just a holiday — it’s a canvas for artistic expression that blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. For the seasoned face painters who see Halloween as a prime opportunity to showcase their skills, we present a…

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