Guides for Learning the Basics of Face Painting

Learn the basics of face painting with our step-by-step tutorials that cover everything from the best materials to proper techniques.

Kelli Cowart — 22 November 2022

Thanksgiving Day Face Painting: ideas and tutorials

Pass the green bean casserole and add whipped cream to the pumpkin pie! Thanksgiving is here, and we have much to be thankful for this year. Thanksgiving evolved to be a…

Kelli Zermeño — 09 August 2020

One stroke face painting revolution: How to nail it!

While the technique of double loading color on a paintbrush has been done for centuries on pottery, furniture, and canvas alike… we can thank American acrylic paint artist Donna Dewberry for popularizing…

Kelli Zermeño — 18 February 2020

The School Celebrates 3 Years

It’s been another exciting and successful 12 months in this 3rd year of the International Face Painting School. We’ve teamed up with new instructors, hosted the FIRST online face painting Summit and…

Kelli Zermeño — 21 May 2019

In A Flash ⚡️ Ideas, tutorials, and inspiration for super quick line-buster designs

Most of us have been there… and if you haven’t yet… get ready! You’re at a busy gig, painting all the unicorns and Black Panthers their little hearts desire when you look…

Kelli Zermeño — 22 February 2019

Brush Care: tips & tricks on care and maintenance of your face paint brushes

They are one of the absolute most important tools in any face painter’s kit. Finding the right ones can take time and money. Yet, I’ve seen several professional painters abusing their…

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