Even the most experienced face painter can’t paint more than about 20 kids per hour. At a big event, this leaves too many kiddos waiting in a long line. But, with a little planning volunteers can make a big difference. Here’s what you need to know and obtain to get the most out of yourContinue reading “Tips for Volunteer Face Painters & Helpers”
Category Archives: Face painting
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I remove the face paint? Soap, water and a washcloth. Kids like letting the paint float off in a bath. You might need a little washcloth action. Is the face paint safe? Yes. The cosmetic-grade supplies I use are highly pigmented makeup (don’t tell the boys!) that, like all makeup, contain anti-microbial ingredients. InContinue reading “Frequently Asked Questions”
Auntie Stacey in the News – Rockin’ Dia de Los Muertos in San Francisco
I recently painted at a Day-of-the-Dead-themed fundraiser, held at the Raven Night club in San Francisco. What a blast! Students from San Francisco State University did a fabulous job organizing a variety of entertainment in a classy bar. By 11PM on a Wednesday night, the venue was full of dancing youths, many of them painted by yoursContinue reading “Auntie Stacey in the News – Rockin’ Dia de Los Muertos in San Francisco”
How to Paint a Leopard Face – step by step tutorial
For this make up I used Kryolan white and yellow, along with Wolfe brand black. You can use any band you like, as long as it’s face paint – that is makeup, not paint made for paper or canvas. Non-toxic does not mean it’s safe for use on the body. My lovely friend Willa is my model. 1) TheContinue reading “How to Paint a Leopard Face – step by step tutorial”
How to be a better face painter
People often ask me how I learned to face paint. As with any skill, you need a combination of instruction, practice and good tools to become proficient. For expert instruction, I recently attended the first annual San Francisco Bay Area Face and Body Art convention, known as BayFABA, this past September. What a treat! ItContinue reading “How to be a better face painter”
Auntie Stacey's Face Painting 