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Funky Facepainters is owned and operated by Martha, a professional facepainter based in Gauteng, South Africa. With over five years of dedicated experience in the industry, Martha is passionate about bringing smiles and vibrant joy to every occasion.
We specialize in transforming guests of all ages at a wide variety of functions, including:
Private Celebrations: Birthday parties, christenings, and themed family gatherings.
Corporate & Large Scale: Corporate events, year-end functions, and gala evenings.
Community Events: Festivals, school fetes, and public markets.
Professional Facepainting: High-quality, detailed designs ranging from whimsical characters to intricate masquerade masks.
Glitter Tattoos: Long-lasting, waterproof sparkle for those who want their art to stay for days.
Henna Art: Beautiful, traditional, and contemporary temporary body art.
Bling Bars: The ultimate festival experience featuring chunky glitters, face gems, and "eye-bling" applications.
Glitter & Gem Parties: Bespoke packages designed to make every guest feel like a VIP with premium sparkle and embellishments.
Whether it’s a small intimate party or a massive corporate festival, Funky Facepainters brings the professional touch needed to make your event truly unforgettable.
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If you would like us to create a custom playlist for your event, we can curate a selection based on your favorite songs or genres for an additional fee.
We provide our own equipment, including tables and chairs, but we will use your setup if you would like us to follow a specific theme.
We require the event location to be confirmed at least one week in advance. Additionally, please ensure a designated area is available for our setup once we arrive at the venue.
For outdoor evening events, we require a well-lit area. If adequate lighting is not available, please notify us at least one week in advance.
Yes, we’re happy to play music from Spotify before, after and between our sets. We’re happy to choose the music ourselves or let the client choose the music.
To guarantee availability, it is best to book 4 to 6 weeks in advance, especially for weekend events or peak seasons like October and December.
We typically require:
Good lighting (natural or artificial) so we can see the fine details.
Protection from rain or direct sunlight if the event is outdoors.
Quotes are based on the duration of the event, the number of artists required, and the location. Simply provide the date, time, and estimated guest count to receive a customized package.
Yes, a non-refundable deposit is usually required to secure your date on the calendar, with the remaining balance due before or on the day of the event.
If you need to reschedule, please let us know as soon as possible. While deposits are generally non-refundable, they can often be transferred to a future date depending on our availability.
The most magical gig I’ve had the pleasure of doing was for a lovely family in Randburg. It was an enchanting mermaid-themed party, and seeing the joy on all the girls' faces as they received matching mermaid designs was truly special. The final look was absolutely beautiful, and being part of such a cohesive, whimsical celebration was a heartwarming highlight for me.
The most magical gig I’ve had the pleasure of doing was for a lovely family in Randburg. It was an enchanting mermaid-themed party, and seeing the joy on all the girls' faces as they received matching mermaid designs was truly special. The final look was absolutely beautiful, and being part of such a cohesive, whimsical celebration was a heartwarming highlight for me.
Growing up in a family of entertainers, with relatives performing at iconic spots like Gold Reef City and Carnival City, performing is truly in my blood. I’ve been face painting since primary school, and after graduating, I knew I wanted to turn that spark into a professional craft. I’ve dedicated myself to furthering my education and expanding my skill set to ensure every design is world-class. This isn't just a job for me—it's my passion. I live for the moment I can "wow" a guest and see the pure happiness my art brings to their day.
I'm a big Afrobeats fan, and my favorite artist is Omah Lay.
We offer a wide range of designs, from full-face transformations like tigers and superheroes to "Beauty Bar" accents. The Beauty Bar focuses on festival-style eye designs, intricate floral crowns, and the application of cosmetic-grade chunky glitters and gems.
Yes. We use only high-quality, cosmetic-grade glitters and specialized skin adhesive. Unlike craft glitter, these are made of soft plastic and are cut in rounded shapes to ensure they are safe for use near the face and eyes.
Standard designs typically take 3 to 5 minutes per person. More detailed editorial or festival looks may take slightly longer, while quick "speed-painting" options are available for large crowds to keep the line moving.
To ensure everyone has a great experience, we often use a ticketing system or a "line closed" sign toward the end of the event. We recommend arriving at the station early to secure your spot.
Absolutely! Face painting and glitter bars are popular for all ages. We have sophisticated patterns and UV-reactive (neon) paints that look fantastic under event lighting and at festivals.
It is a high-energy, interactive station where guests are "blinged up" with professional cosmetic glitters, chunky festival jewels, and adhesive gems. It’s a popular alternative or addition to traditional face painting, focusing on cheekbones, temples, and hair partings.
We use specialized primers and gels to ensure the glitter sticks to the skin and stays in place throughout the event. This minimizes "fallout" and keeps the sparkle on your guests rather than the floor.
Yes. For night events or parties with blacklights, we provide UV-reactive glitters and paints that glow intensely, making the Glitter Bar a hit for dance floors and festivals.
We normally arrive 30 minutes before our scheduled start time to finalize our setup location and familiarize ourselves with any client updates. The physical setup takes only 2–5 minutes, allowing our artists to start promptly, as we work on an hourly basis.
We are more than happy to perform both indoors and outdoors but we ask for shade, a flat level surface.
The clients are welcome to pick a set list from our repertoire or let us choose the music for them."
Previous customers often describe us as a high-energy group that loves to get the audience on their feet dancing and delivering 'wow' face-painting design
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Artistic facial designs that are ought to take over the design mainstream with just a brush canvas and a twist of colour to it.
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