Face Painting
Individual pricing
Every event is quoted individually based on your program, date and details — request a free quote and we'll get back within 24 hours.
What's included
- Ages 3+
- 1 to 3 hours of continuous painting
- Hypoallergenic, water-based paints
- Custom themes & characters
- Professional theatre-trained artists
About Face Painting
Beautiful, gentle face painting designed for kids of every age. Our artists work with hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested paints that wash off easily with warm water and soap.
The chair is the whole experience. A child climbs up, gets asked what they want to be, and for the next few minutes has an adult’s full attention — no rush, no queue pressure, just brushes and a mirror waiting at the end. The reveal is the part that gets photographed: the moment they see themselves as a tiger, and their whole face changes underneath the paint.
Children pick from a menu of designs — butterflies, tigers, princesses, superheroes, dinosaurs — or request custom looks tied to your party theme. Each face takes 3–6 minutes, so a single artist can paint 15–25 kids per hour and nobody spends the party standing in line.
Our artists are theatre-trained, which matters more than it sounds. They know how to work around a wriggling four-year-old, how to coax a shy one into just a small star on the cheek, and how to read the child who says they want a dragon but really wants their sister’s unicorn. Nobody gets talked into anything, and nobody leaves disappointed.
Perfect as a stand-alone activity or as a calm corner during bigger parties. We bring stools, mirrors, sanitized brushes and a portable booth setup — all you provide is a chair and a corner. Everything washes out with warm soapy water in seconds, and we hand out gentle wipes for sensitive skin.
— Pick your design
Design catalog.
Browse our most-loved looks — your little one can choose a favourite, or we'll create something custom on the day.
Face Painting Gallery
Real moments from our Face Painting performances
— SOVA Foundation
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Every celebration has a deeper meaning.
At SOVA Events, joy should be shared — not only with our clients, but with those who need it most. That's why we dedicate 10% of every booking to our charitable foundation. With your event, you're not just creating unforgettable memories — you're helping support children, families and meaningful causes.
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Together We Do More — SOVA Foundation collaborations
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— Parent reviews
Words from the grown-ups.
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Olivia B.
Mom · Bucktown
"The artist painted 22 kids in two hours and not a single tear. Beautiful work, gentle hands."
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Priya K.
Mom of three · Hyde Park
"I'm a planner — SOVA was the first vendor I didn't have to micromanage. Everything just worked."
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James W.
Dad · Lincoln Park
"Booked three weeks out, got a custom dinosaur theme. The entertainers were so kind with our shy birthday boy."
— Frequently asked
Everything parents ask.
Don't see your question? Text us — we usually reply within an hour, every day.
Yes — we use FDA-approved, dermatologically tested face paints. Let us know about specific allergies and we’ll bring an alternative kit.
Roughly 15–20 children per hour depending on design complexity. For larger parties we recommend booking two artists.
Absolutely — share your party theme or favorite characters and we’ll prepare a custom design menu.
Warm soapy water removes everything in seconds. We provide gentle wipes for sensitive skin.
— Let's plan it
Tell us about their day.
We'll send a custom quote within 24 hours. No spam, no pressure — just clear options built around your child
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