What kind of paint is best for face painting?
Paraffin Wax face paints usually have a clay like consistency and can be activated using water. Many professional face painters like to work with paraffin wax based face paints because they dry quickly, provide very good coverage and allow painters to create very intricate details.
How many kids can you face paint in an hour?
10-20 kids
Keep in mind that overall the current going rate in the USA for a professional face painter is about $100 an hour for someone that can paint between 10-20 kids an hour (depending on how detailed the designs are). Some painters charge more, a few charge less.
Why do kids love face painting?
Face painting is a great creative activity for any age, and because face painting is a colorful activity that means it also sparks joy. Color is linked to emotion and energy, and has the ability to transform someone’s day. It makes the party!
Can Crayola paint be used as face paint?
We do not recommend the use of traditional Crayola art products for intentional direct skin contact. Products designed for face and skin painting require specific testing and approval for this purpose.
How much should I charge as a face painter?
Remember the goal is to get down to three or four minutes per face. If you are working for tips you should EASILY be able to earn $1 per face on an average. That is $8.50 per hour (at 7 minute faces). Even though an experience painter can earn $50 to $120 per hour, consider it as a training wage.
How should a face painter dress?
ELEGANT – For older kids or adult parties, black pants with a colored shirt and apron that has “Face Painting Artist” or something similar embroidered on the bib, is a good choice. For adult cocktail parties, our face painters wear black pants and a sequined vest or apron.
What age is face painting appropriate for?
three
If in doubt, wait until your child at least turns three and always make sure your face painter is using professional face paints and not craft or art paints. Really young children are extremely wriggly!
How much should I charge for face painting at a party?
Some face painting artists charge a variable rate for their services. For example, Face Painting by Josie charges on average $75-$125 per hour depending on the number of people, travel distance to the event and the type of service provided.