Face Painting Small Designs

Not only is face painting small designs fast and easy, it's also an enjoyable hobby to master, coming in handy for various birthday celebrations and even Halloween festivities.

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Face painting is an artistic expression that kids of all ages love. Small designs are easy to paint and require little more than the basic supplies. If you want to venture into the world of face paints, small designs are the easiest place to start. The following designs can be created freehand or with small stencils for instant, face painting gratification!

• Hearts: Whether the symbol of love is worn on Valentine's Day or just because, a classic painted red heart is a simple design that requires little skill.

• Balloons: Balloons are a very popular small face paint design. Balloons can be painted solo or paired in a group of three or five and can even be painted in varied colors. A simple white string tied beneath each balloon or bunched together makes this design perfect for a clown, circus or festival dress-up theme or celebration.

• Race cars: Race cars are a keen choice for boys of all ages. While a specific car may require extra detail and ornament, a basic car can be represented by drawing the body, wheels and a bumper. Adding flames to this simple design takes the whole design up a notch!

• Smiley: Although often overlooked, a timeless smiley face is one of the easiest and most cheerful when it comes to face painting small designs. A round yellow circle gets paired with black eyes and a black curved smile and represents not only happiness, but the whole Woodstock-era. A smiley face is a great choice for 70's inspired costumes and parties, especially when paired with the beloved peace symbol.

• Stars: Yellow stars can look very feminine or magical, depending on the placement and the number you paint. A single star makes a bold statement when painted solo on the cheek, while a flurry of stars sends an enchanting message. No matter the recipient, stars are always a winner.

• Butterfly: Butterflies and dragonflies are a popular and easy face paint design. These winged insects elude happiness and can be made as intricate as desired with a variety of colors and glitter.

• Football and baseballs: For the boys, a sports themed face painting design is an obvious choice! A soccer ball, basketball, football or baseball can be painted on the cheek to show off the recipient's love of sport. Each of these athletic balls are easy to paint and require little more than just a few select paint colors.

• Spiders: Boys love insects and frogs, and when it comes to face painting, they still crave the creepy. A simple black spider is a fast face painting design that can make a big impact come Halloween. Witches, goblins and zombies can all wear a painted spider to add to their costume design.

If you're just starting out in the craft of face painting, you'll want to gather a few basic supplies and keep your initial investment frugal until you're certain you want to commit to the hobby. The following supplies are all you need to begin painting small designs:

• Small angled paint brushes with soft bristles
• Face paint
• Vinegar to clean brushes in between use
• Hair clips
• Sanitizing hand wipes (to remove mistakes and cleanse the face prior to painting)

Once you start face painting, you may find your love for the craft takes over. While a career in face painting is not exactly a lucrative one, you can perhaps find steady work (even if just volunteer) at churches, festivals, and school functions.

In addition to perhaps earning a small pay while honing your craft, you may also find the hobby rewarding if you have small children at home. Face painting is an exciting hobby that can be practiced no matter the season.

If the kids are stuck indoors on a rainy day, why not throw a face painting party? Face painting is a useful skill that can be used on endless occasions, including Halloween. With just a few start-up supplies and inspiration, you can artfully create your own designs.

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