Face & Body Painters for Hire in the UK

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Themes

Face & Body Painters in a themed package

Book this act on its own, or as part of a full themed line-up.

Gatsby & 1920s
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.
Under the Sea
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.
Winter Wonderland
Ice queens, frozen statues and glowing performers for an elegant winter event.
Venetian Masquerade
Masked statues, mystery and old-world glamour for a masquerade ball.

How it works

Booking is easy

1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking face and body painters in the UK: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books professional face and body painters for corporate events, Christmas parties, launches and weddings across the UK, as a single act or part of a themed package. Tell us your date, venue and the feeling you want and we will suggest the right line-up. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
UK-wide
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day

What can face and body painters do at an event?

Event face painters create quick, eye-catching designs for adults and children: glitter and gems, painted masks, festival looks, mermaid scales and winter frost. Body painters can also paint performers or models in full designs as a living centrepiece.

Face painting works as an interactive station where guests queue for a look, which suits family days, festivals and themed parties. For adult events, glitter bars and quick themed designs are the most popular choice.

Where it works best

Family fun days
Classic face painting for children.
Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Masquerade balls
Painted masks for guests without one.
Festivals
Glitter bars and festival looks.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.

Tips from our team

1
Choose quick designs
At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.
2
Give them a station
A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.
3
Mention skin sensitivities
Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.

Frequently asked questions

Are the paints safe for skin?

Painters use cosmetic-grade face and body paints designed for skin. Guests with sensitivities can ask the painter on the day.

How many guests can a painter see?

It depends on the designs. Quick glitter looks take a few minutes, detailed designs take longer. We advise on numbers.

Can a painter create a full body paint showpiece?

Yes. A painted performer or model can be prepared before the event as a living centrepiece.

How much do face and body painters cost in the UK?

There is no one fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Send us your date, venue and timings and we will come back with a clear quote, usually the same day.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.