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Tutorial: One-Stroke Cartoon Loch Ness Monster
Dragons and fantastical creatures are always popular with kids, especially boys. This reptilian cartoon pokes some fun at the Loch Ness monster. Is he real or not?
Face Painting Personal Trainer: The Power Of Daily Challenge
If you’ve avoided participating in groups like the one I described above in the past, consider giving one like this a try.
Big Nose Buddies : Mermaid Tutorial
Nothing says adventure on the high seas like a mermaid sighting or two, and your mermaid aficionados will love this Big Nose Buddies design, which is sparkly mermaid to the core.
Willy Wonka Eye Design Tutorial
Check out this super cool Wily Wonka face paint design that's quick and easy to do!
Celebrate Dads With Father’s Day Designs
Father’s Day doesn’t get as much press as Mother’s Day, but plenty of kids like to celebrate their dad’s special day with a cool Father’s Day design.
Monster Monogram Tutorial
If you’re looking for something fun and quick, but still carries a level of custom design, try out this super-fast monster monogram face paint design.
Tutorial: Mehron INtense Alien (Monster) Half Face
This has been the perfect Chicago summer (hot and humid) for the Mehron Intense powders I purchased this year. The powders are great because they are comfortably light on [..]
Taking Your Cheek Art From Special to Spectacular
If you’re not sure where to begin in order to ramp up your cheek art designs, here are some suggestions.
Sneakadoodle Panda Wants To Do Lunch
Pandas are picky when it comes to food. They love bamboo, however, so the Sneakadoodle Panda face paint design would love your help locating some for his lunch.
Tutorial for Sneakadoodle Kid in the Tree
Summer is just around the corner, so it’s good to be prepared with some designs which celebrate the season. Nothing says summer like kids scaling trees.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Sneakadoodle Leprechaun
Introducing a special element of fun to your face painting will give it an extra appeal for adults as well as children. Sneakadoodles, which peak out of the hairline, are a great way to do this.
Personalized Graffiti Arm Designs
Personalized graffiti arm art is a great option for you. It’s easy to do, and teens particularly love it.
Tutorial for a Glamorous Pegasus Mask
In our part of the country, I’ve been enjoying the gorgeous fall colors this year, so I thought I’d use some rich metallic oranges and reds for this glamorous pegasus/butterfly design.
Video: How to Organize Your Glitter Tattoo Stencils
When you're at an event, setting up a system for speed and efficiency will help you make the most of your time with your clients. It also displays your attention to excellence, because nothing looks less professional than haphazardly rifling through a table of supplies while on the job.
Face Painting Personal Trainer: Becoming An MVP (Part 1)
While there are surely other important MVP traits, I’ve listed a few below which should provide ideas for any face painters hoping to become MVPs for their clients.
Simple Nativity Cheek Art Tutorial
I love Christmas, but sometimes it’s difficult to come up with designs which reflect the nativity Christmas story.
Art of War For Face Painters: When to Hand Off a Job
You've booked an event as a face painter for a large adult birthday party, but two days before the event, you get a call from the host. What do you do?
Sneakadoodle Fireman to the Rescue!
We were cat-sitting this week, so I thought a Sneakadoodle design of a fireman rescuing a cat from a tree would be appropriate.
Video Tutorial: Hard Hat
I try to offer at least four to six theme-specific designs for clients when they have a party. For some parties which have popular themes, such as superhero or fairy parties.
Sneakadoodle Scarecrow Face Paint Design for the Fall
I have one client in particular who loves fall designs, but not the scary stuff, so as I was mulling over possibilities for this autumn. This scarecrow face paint design is perfect!
The Art of War for Face Painters: Encountering Craft Paints
Here's what you should do when you encounter craft paints at a face painting event, according to professional face painter Beth MacKinney.
Non-Scary Fall Eye Design
While there are many Halloween designs, there are few fall face paint designs. Check out this fall leaf face paint tutorial from Beth MacKinney!
One-Stroke Sunshine With Sunglasses
In the northern US, we’ll have to content ourselves with this sunny one-stroke version for a little while longer.
Gilding the Butterfly Tutorial
“Gilding the lily” is an idiom that refers to adding extra ornamentation to something that is already beautiful. When it comes to face painting, gilding the lily is ok
Rainbow and Butterfly Arm Design
Check out this quick and easy rainbow and butterfly arm design that's perfect for on-the-job and beginners!
Holly Fairy Mask Tutorial for Face Painting
Whether you have snowy cold or sunny warmth for the winter months, I hope the children you face paint, will enjoy this Christmas design.
Wait For It…Aliens Tutorial!
This alien face paint design is a great idea for both boys and girls and can be done quite quickly!
Steampunk Personalized Arm Design
oday’s design is an easy steampunk personalized name design. Follow along with Beth MacKinney to recreate this design!
Tutorial for an Undersea Snorkeling Adventure
Get ready for fun in the sun with this snorkeling Sneakadoodle design. To add a little peril to your face painting, go with a shark.
Help For Your Cheek Art Butterfly Woes
So this post is for other face painters who feel their butterflies are hopeless. I hope this simple butterfly technique helps you, too.
Video Tutorial: How To Create Bling Tiaras
Gem clusters can take any form, so consider creating a few of these lovely bling tiaras for children who love bling in their princess or fairy designs.
The Great Pumpkin Meets Spiderman
If you grew up with the Great Pumpkin from Charlie Brown, and you also have a thing for Spiderman, this is the design for you this fall.
What Do I Need To Get Started as a Pro? 10 Tips Every Professional Face Painter Should Know!
If you're looking to become a professional face painter, look no further than this comprehensive article where you'll learn exactly what you need to become a pro in the face painting industry.
The Art of War for Face Painters: A Cautionary Cell Phone Tale
Problem: You're checking through your spreadsheet and doing weekly follow-up calls when you realize that one client hasn't returned her event information to you although you sent her an email followed by a text reminder. You pick up your phone to give her a call. After she answers and you explain who you are, she suddenly hangs up.
The Art of War for Face Painters: Neutralizing Rude Kids
Beth MacKinney takes us through the do's and dont's of neutralizing rude kids at a face painting event!
Simple Calligraphy For Arm Designs
If you try this at a private party for children, you may end up with more moms in your line than kids.
Easy Flaming Meteor Cheek Art
One after another, kids passed over more elaborate designs like the Mars rover for this vibrant design, so in honor of this year’s Perseid meteor shower, I thought I’d share it.
Tutorial: Happy Irishman & His Pot Of Gold
This Irishman is fairly pleased with himself as he guards his ample pot of gold, and I hope you enjoy painting him this year for St. Patrick’s day.
Polar Bear Mask Tutorial
Here’s another arctic mask idea for a winter face paint design which should be popular with both boys and girls during the cold months.
A Nautical Variation on Father’s Day
A nautical theme is a common choice for Father’s Day, so here’s one last graffiti-style lettering design for your holiday board, in case you’ve got some future captains in line.
The Art of War for Face Painters: The Day of the Doctor and Sustainability
Your reputation is your business and your business is your reputation. Develop good relationships and treat others honestly.
Face Painting Personal Trainer: Making Your Business Grow
I have to admit that, in general, I have a very relaxed attitude toward business. This last year, I set a goal of increasing my gross income by 50%!
Art Of War For Face Painters: Keeping Your Commitments
You hate to lose a longer job with an established client in favor of a less lucrative one, and you’re tempted to cancel on the other client. What should you do?
Personalized Angel Graffiti Arm Design
I used the name Angel for my design, since I have a friend by that name, but you could replace it with the customer’s name to personalize it for her.
Wuppies Fly Over the Metropolis
If you’ve never met Wuppies, you’re missing out. Lisette Huinck is the queen of Wuppies, and ever since I saw her cute designs, I’ve loved playing around with some ideas of my own.
Sneakadoodle Raccoon is Craving Sweet Corn
If you grew up in farm country, you know that raccoons can’t resist sweet corn, and the Sneakadoodle Raccoon is no exception. Check out this raccoon face paint design!
The Art of War for Face Painters: Don’t Miss Your Gigs
You’re in the middle of the most hectic season of the year as a face painter, and while you’re thrilled to have a busy calendar, you can’t escape the nagging feeling that you’ve forgotten something important.
The Art of War for Face Painters: Sharing the Chair
Professional face painter Beth MacKinney takes us through the very frustrating situation of what do to when a face painter sits in your chair.