Facepaint Blog — Beth MacKinney

Webinar: How to Face Paint Cartoon Characters With Beth Mackinney

Posted by FP Admin on Nov 15, 2019

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, Cartoons, Trade Tips, Tutorials, Videos, Webinars

Watch this video, as professional face paint artist Beth Mackinney, shows us a tutorial on how to face paint cartoon characters! Easy, step-by-step instructions perfect for beginners and all face painters alike!

Kraze FX Split Cake Review by Beth MacKinney

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Oct 24, 2019

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, Kraze FX, Product Reviews, Split Cake, Videos

Everyone loves the versatility and ease of split cakes, and the new Kraze FX split cakes absolutely deliver in terms of brilliance of color, ease of use, durability, and comfort.

Royal's Moda Pro Sculpt BMX-245 Brush Video Review by Beth MacKinney

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Aug 16, 2018

Tags: Beth MacKinney, Product Reviews, Videos

What if there was a brush which you could use instead of sponges which used less product and put down a beautiful, smooth application of face paint? Would you give it a try? The answer is that most of us would, and it turns out that such a brush does exist.

How to Glitter When Using Powders

Posted by Beth MacKinney on May 31, 2018

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, Glitter, How To, Techniques

Summer has arrived in Chicago with a vengeance, and it's HOT outside. Really hot. We don't usually get a run of weather in the 90s (which feel like the 100s) in May. But like it or not, if you're a face painter, you know exactly what king of heat means—your beautiful artwork, after being remoisten with perspiration, will be in danger of serious smearing.

Avengers Infinity War inspired Face Paint Design: Nebula

Posted by Beth MacKinney on May 03, 2018

Tags: Avengers, Beth MacKinney, Characters, Mask, Nebula, Superheroes

Infinity War is out, and I won't give you any spoilers. Let's just say that even getting there 30 minutes ahead of the showing we were able to get tickets for, we barely managed to get three seats together. This epic superhero movie is popular, and since it contains many favorite superheroes, it's likely you'll be painting a whole lot of superhero-inspired designs in the months to come.

Video Companion to the Ultimate Black Guide

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Jan 05, 2018

Tags: Best Face Paint, Beth MacKinney, Cameleon, Diamond FX, FAB paint, Global Body Art, Graftobian, Kryolan, Kryvaline, Mehron, PartyXplosion, Product Reviews, Ruby Red, Silly Farm, TAG, Techniques, Videos, Wolfe FX

Every artist has his or her favorite blacks to use on the job, but if you're new to face painting, the options can be overwhelming. How do you choose which one is best for you?

Big Nose Buddies Christmas Series: Rudolph

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Nov 23, 2017

Tags: Animals, Beth MacKinney, Characters, Christmas, Designs, Kids, Mask, Reindeer

The Christmas series of Big Nose Buddies would be incomplete without a Rudolph design, because when it comes to Rudolph, it's all about the nose.

Video on How to Cut Kit Clutter

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Oct 26, 2017

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, How To, Videos

If clutter has become a problem for you, check out this video with two strategies for keeping kit clutter under control.

Video by Beth MacKinney for Creating a Stencil Palette for Airbrushing

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Oct 12, 2017

Tags: Airbrush, Basics, Beth MacKinney, How To, Stencils, Trade Tips

In order to keep your stencils safe while you're using them in an outdoor venue, it's helpful to create a stencil palette, which also allows you to work more quickly.

Video on Color Theory Basics by Beth MacKinney

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Oct 03, 2017

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, Videos

If you haven't had any training in color theory, you may be choosing your colors intuitively based on what appeals to your eye.

Big Nose Buddies Ocean Series: The Swashbuckling Pirate

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Sep 19, 2017

Tags: Beth MacKinney, Characters, Designs, Kids, Mask, Pirate

Avast, ye landlubbers! What would an ocean series be without a pirate clenching a dagger between his teeth as he sets off for the high seas. This jaunty pirate will help you prepare to weigh anchor and get under way at your pirate or adventure parties.

Video: High Speed Strategies for Face Painting

Posted by Beth MacKinney on Sep 14, 2017

Tags: Basics, Beth MacKinney, How To, Techniques, Videos

It's important to have the tools available which will allow you to produce the highest amount of designs possible while maintaining your quality. Large split cakes, small split cakes (one-strokes / arty-cakes), stencils, and a severely limited menu will be some of the most important weapons your arsenal which allow you to do your best under high pressure.

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