If you've ever really wanted to paint people's faces, here's how to do it. It's easy and can be very lucrative. Not many people are educated in this particular field, and many people want to have their face painted for various reasons. Learning how is the first step to take.
Step 1
Purchase brushes 1 fine round brush & one medium round brush (the same kind used for folk art), Makeup sponges or natural sea sponges, and FDA-approved facepaint from your local store or the Internet.
Step 2
Make sure you have a flat surface, such as a table or desk. Also, have two chairs, one for the facepainter and one for the customer. Have a plate or pallet for blending colors, and a bowl or jar full of water to rinse out your brushes with. Keep a paper towel or washcloth handy to wipe off excess water or paint.If you do not have a steady hand, place one hand gently on their shoulder or chair.
Step 3
Ask your customer what design they want you to paint. Sponge in the background & then wait until dry then finish the outlines with a fine brush in black.
Step 4
If you are just starting, you may be more successful perfecting 5-10 designs and only offering those designs to your customers.
Step 5
Fill in the colors slowly, making sure you don't mix the black and another color, because it will smudge easily.
Step 6
Instruct your customers not touch it for about 5 minutes to allow it dry or alternatively use a hand held fan to dry the paint more quickly.
Step 7
Hold up a mirror to show your customer the result.
