Browse 41 professional face painters available for hire worldwide. These talented face painting artists offer everything from classic animal designs to themed artwork, UV paint, and body glitter services. Client feedback runs to 31 reviews, averaging 5 out of 5.
Professional face painting services start from $65, with an average of $130, making it easy to add creative entertainment to birthday parties, weddings, festivals, and corporate events.
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Face painters are skilled artists who transform faces into works of art using safe, professional-grade paints and brushes. These versatile entertainers work at events ranging from children's birthday parties to adult festivals, corporate functions, and themed celebrations. Modern face painting artists offer far more than traditional tiger stripes and butterfly wings, creating intricate designs, special effects, and custom artwork tailored to any event theme.
Professional face paint services extend well beyond basic designs. Many artists specialize in UV reactive paints for blacklight events, glitter applications, and temporary tattoos. Like children's entertainers, face painters often work alongside other performers such as balloon twisters and clowns to create full entertainment packages. Some artists also offer body painting services, creating elaborate designs for festivals, theatrical productions, and artistic events.
Face painting artists adapt their skills to suit various occasions and age groups. Birthday parties remain popular, but these talented professionals also work at weddings, corporate events, school fairs, and community festivals. Halloween events, themed parties, and sporting events provide opportunities for creative designs matching specific themes or team colors. Many face paint artists work alongside caricaturists and princesses at larger events to provide diverse entertainment options.
Face paint hire costs vary based on event duration, artist experience, and the complexity of designs requested. Current market rates range from $65 to $280+, with an average cost of $130. Factors affecting pricing include travel distance, the number of children or guests expecting face painting, and whether additional services like UV paint or glitter applications are required. Festival and public event bookings may involve different arrangements, with artists sometimes charging individual customers directly.
The average price for Face Painters is $130 (USD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 66 enquiries for Face Painters at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 8 October 2026.
Linda GooghEnterprises
"Linda is absolutely wonderful. Her face painting isn’t just face painting — it’s true artistry. Every design is vibrant, detailed, and beautifully done, but what makes her stand out even more is the way she connects with children. She’s patient, warm, and genuinely caring, and kids feel instantly comfortable with her. Parents felt the enchantment too — her professionalism, calm presence, and flawless organization wrapped the entire event in a sense of effortless magic."
Fun & Magical Kids Animation - Laure-Anne
"Laure-Anne came as Anna to our child’s birthday party and truly made the children’s eyes sparkle. With lots of energy and charm, she encouraged them to dance and participate. The atmosphere was joyful and relaxed throughout. Our daughter was over the moon – exactly how we had imagined it!
T."
Fantasia Fantasy Faces and More
"Such a huge hit at our sons Birthday party! Everyone enjoyed getting their faces painted both big and small. Very professional, and absolutely does great work.. we will be using Fantasia Fantasy face painting again for sure
Thank you again for being a great hit"
Wizardry's Magical Makeup| Facepainter
"Thank you for everything! Everything was amazing! Little kiddos had an amazing time!"
Happy Entertainment Party Productions
"Diane D. - "Hi there! I am sorry that I am just getting this sent, but I wanted to let you know that my husband LOVED the Comedy Chicken (and so did his entire office staff)! He is a very shy man and being the center of attention like that is not in his comfort zone - but he told me countless times that it was awesome!!!! I saw the video and I LOVED it. He also loved the caricature!! You guys are the best - so talented and so professional. I will be reaching out to you again for sure (as I am sure many in his office will do as well)!!! Thanks so much for making my husband's big day so fun!!!""
Shabnam Face painting Dubai
"Extremely friendly and sweet , very good with kids and loved the products she has used and designs she created"
