Synopsis: The special feeling we create within our customers is the true commodity we sell. The artwork we create on the skin supports that special feeling but it is only part of the formula for success at festivals and fairs. You must create a space that works for you and for your customers to make all the elements come together for a successful event. Come, and learn how to do just that!
Notes: Bring colored pencils to class as well as a simple kit.
Synopsis: Simple designs can make your customers smile big and bring you repeat business. Simplify the elaborate
designs to create designs that work well for you at festivals and fairs.
Synopsis: Learn how to combine colors into bold, vibrant, quick combinations that are guaranteed to impress and get noticed!
Synopsis: Learn some fun, whimsical Tribal Designs, Tribal masks Tribal eye designs and Tribal jewelry
Note: This post convention class is limited to 12 people and requires pre-registration which costs an additional fee.
Synopsis: Didn't get enough color combinations in Color Explosion? Hopefully you registered for Gen's Post Convention Class*.
She will dive deeper while also going over sponging, techniques and imagination – how she come up with her designs and how she works on her
creativity. Lots of hands on and exercises in imagination.
Synopsis: This is a very hands on class for the beginner face painter. You will learn everything you need to know about brush strokes and sponging, including blending different colors and adding depth to your designs. Even if you have been face painting you can always learn some new tricks! Bring your paints, brushes and sponges.
Notes: Demo
Synopsis: This is a demo class for anybody from beginner to advanced. I will be using highlights and shadows. You will
learn different color combinations, blending, the dry brush drag and pull method and you will learn how to add creativity to your
designs. No need to bring your paints, just yourself.
Note: This post convention class is limited to 12 people and requires pre-registration which costs an additional fee.
Synopsis: Need to learn a few more tricks? Didn’t get a chance to take all of the classes you wanted or needed to?
Join Ellen for a 4-hour very hands-on class.
You will be covering All the tricks you need to put into your animals and monsters, including: Brush Strokes, Sponging, Perfect Blending,
Highlighting & Shading, Adding Dimension to your designs, Dry Drag and pull method, Color combinations and more! You’ll be taking what you
learn and painting a full face character with me step-by-step, so bring your paints, mirrors and questions!
Synopsis: As important than the mechanics of the "how to" physical mechanics of painting is the mental mechanics and how we can use and control them. It is our mental perception of certain visual cues that gives us the ability to see the unseen and communicate it effectively. In this class Christina will describe ad explain those visual cues and you will get tools and exercises that will enable you to make the most use of your brain.
Synopsis: Learn why different painters use different tools to achieve the same results, ad find out what will work best for you. Find out what properties make some paints great for bases, and others for lines and details. Also, learn how to make those properties work for you. Learn how to get great sponge coverage and blending, and how to control that brush!
Notes: Intermediate
Synopsis: Description: Learn basic one stroke painting with dry or liquid face paint. Basic blending colors in your
brush to paint faster designs of flowers and leaves. We’ll cover Roses, Hibiscus, Daisies, and More.
Notes: All Levels
Synopsis: Carol will demo how simple add-ons may be adhered to your classic painting to take it next level. These
features will enhance faces that set you apart for the holidays like Halloween, Mardi Gras, or anytime you want an extra special
effect.
Synopsis: You want your designs to have that 'something extra' but you are at a loss how to make it happen. Lisa will share her tips and tricks to bring that Zow! to those faces you paint.
Synopsis: Oh no! The Party Mom wants only designs that fit the theme of her party! How to adjust your designs to meet the needs of this picky mom.
Synopsis: All those super heroes populating the big screens are just waiting to show up on your Board. But how do you convert the Big Screen to the Face? Kerry Ann has the answers to those questions! And YOU are the lucky person to see how she does it!
Synopsis: Gotta have those Monsters! Kids love 'em, even adults love 'em! Learn how to create new and different ones!
Note: This post convention class is limited to 12 people and requires pre-registration which costs an additional fee.
-->Synopsis: If you want to start to make an actual living face painting, sign up now! This four-hour class is for both beginners and face painting
vets that want to earn more. Kerry Ann will explain the best set up for speed and quality, how she prepares for events, the designs that her company
uses for almost every event, how she provides great customer service and books herself silly!
Synopsis: Far from being a 'passing fancy' Glitter tattoos are a staple in many an artist's kit. Great for those pool parties or even rainy days. Learn how to make them shine and line your pockets at the same time!
Synopsis: Mark will show you how he achieves his fabulous line work, and how you can too! Every class is different, and the designs he presents are determined by the make-up of the classes.
Note: Advanced
Synopsis: Tribals as only Mark can do...well, after this class you will too!
Note: This post convention class is limited to 12 people and requires pre-registration which costs an additional fee.
Synopsis: When we know, you’ll know! The class content will be determined by the levels and interest of those who sign up for it.
Synopsis: Yes, as much as we like to deny it...most of us started with "Cheek Art"—and it is not a dirty word! Learn how to make that cheek art work for you instead of struggling with it. Val breaks down the designs into workable components
Synopsis: How to ground those cheek art designs so they look complete.
Synopsis: You have to see this one to believe it! You'll be amazed at how you will learn to paint anything as a full face design. Don't like your "full face" Sponge Bob? No worries. Learn how to fix him.
Synopsis: Andrea astounded us last year with her wonderful tribal designs based on her Southwestern heritage. A class for everyone. Last year this was a standing-room-only class that left everyone wanting MORE! So, by popular demand, here’s MORE!
Notes: Hands on
Synopsis: Ok, so here is the place that you can practice all those tribal strokes on yourself and each other. Andrea will be on
hand to help you over the rough patches and help you find your own Tribal Style.
Synopsis: Neeta will be with us for only 1 day, so be sure to catch her if you can! She is a master at henna, and we are delighted to have her back to share her talents with us.
Synopsis: Neeta will be with us for only 1 day, so be sure to catch her if you can! She is a master at henna, and we are delighted to have her back to share her talents with us.
Notes: Advanced
Synopsis: Neeta will be with us for only 1 day, so be sure to catch her if you can! She is a master at henna,
and we are delighted to have her back to share her talents with us.
Synopsis: No matter who your webmaster is, they can only work with what you give them. Help make their life easier to make your website better! Pro tips and tricks from an under-appreciated Webmaster. Playful scolding included in the price of admission.
Level: Beginning
Note: Hands on
Synopsis: Do you have these valuable 'paints' in your kit? Would you like to learn how to use them to their
best advantage? What designs lend themselves best for this medium? What are the qualities of powder paints? Just exactly
what are they? Judy loves powder paints—she experiments with all things powder to develop designs that will stay on the face longer in the
brutal heat. Join her and learn to love those powders!
Synopsis: This is a basic sponging and brush stroke and care class. An essential class for the brand-new painter!
Synopsis: Learn how to paint Gary’s top 10 designs! This is a demonstration class, so don’t forget your notebook! Gary’s style of teaching allows for plenty of teacher-attendee interaction, so bring your questions, too!
Synopsis: If you have never used a rainbow cake, this class is for you! If you love your rainbow cakes, but are hungry for more ways to use them, this class is for you too! Anna will be demonstrating how to use your cakes to create designs that tweens and teens will love. She will show you how to make designs for guys and girls using bursts of color that can decorate a cheek or arm, or a full face. The last part of the class will give you a chance to try an array of rainbow cakes, and practice different ways to apply them to the skin.
Synopsis: Diamond FX paints have incredible coverage, brilliant colors, and staying power. Since DFX paints ted to dry quicker than most brands on the market, Anna will be teaching a class with tips and tricks about sponging on the colors to create a smooth base. She will also show you lots of cool effects that you can get with these paints due to it’s awesome properties.
Synopsis: Kristen uses the Kryolan BIC makeup, and she worked with Joe Korts to develop the palette that they currently have for sale for face painters. She will also show how to use shimmer powders and glitter to enhance the temp tattoos to great effect.
Synopsis: Well, we couldn’t have someone who’s business name is Magickal Entertainment and Face Painting, and not have her teach us her most magikcal faces, could we? You have to come to the class to see what Kristen has up her sleeve!
Synopsis: Jodi is well-known for her 'fabulous fancy eyes'. Learn how she puts together her colorful and OH! So Pretty! Eye designs!
Synopsis: Can we every learn enough about how to dress up our designs? Jodi is a very popular teacher, well-known for her fun classes. Come early for a seat in her classes!