East London, London
Face & Body Painters for Hire in Barking
Planning an event in Barking? Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. We regularly work in hotels and event venues like the ones around Barking.

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Face & Body Painters in Barking at a glance
Booking face and body painters in Barking
WowActs books face and body painters in Barking, East London, 10 miles east of central London, covering the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Intercontinental O2 for up to 2200 guests.
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- County
- East London
- Postcodes
- DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11, SE28
- Location
- 10 miles east of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 12
- Largest nearby venue
- Intercontinental O2, up to 2200 guests
Planning face and body painters in Barking
Our Barking venue list covers 8 hotels and 4 event venues, and Intercontinental O2 can hold up to 2200 guests. We plan face and body painters around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.
We cover Barking itself and the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts, including Erith and Bexley, as well as nearby East Ham, Ilford, Dagenham and Hornchurch.
Mention skin sensitivities. Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.
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Free, no-obligation quotes. Most enquiries take about a minute.
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 in Barking
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Under the Sea in Barking
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.

Winter Wonderland in Barking
Ice queens, frozen statues and glowing performers for an elegant winter event.

Venetian Masquerade in Barking
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 Barking: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books face and body painters in Barking, East London, 10 miles east of central London, covering the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Intercontinental O2 for up to 2200 guests. 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
East London
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.
Festivals
Glitter bars and festival looks.
Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
Masquerade balls
Painted masks for guests without one.
Tips from our team
- 1
Give them a station
A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.
- 2
Mention skin sensitivities
Painters use cosmetic-grade products. Guests with sensitive skin can ask for a patch test or a lighter design.
- 3
Choose quick designs
At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Barking can host a large event?
On our list, Intercontinental O2 (up to 2200 guests), The City Pavilion (up to 1200 guests) and Guoman Tower Hotel (up to 450 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan face and body painters around the space.
Do venues around Barking have rules for performers?
Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.
How much do face and body painters cost in Barking?
There is no 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. Travel is part of the quote, and Barking is 10 miles east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Barking do you cover?
All of DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28, including Erith and Bexley, plus the rest of East London and nearby East Ham, Ilford, Dagenham and Hornchurch.
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 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.
Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?
Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.
Do you work with our venue and event team?
Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to Barking
Face & Body Painters across Barking and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- DA6
- DA7
- SE2
- DA18
- IG11
- SE28
We book face & body painters in Barking and every address in the DA6, DA7, SE2, DA18, IG11 and SE28 postcode districts, including Erith and Bexley. We also travel across East London and the rest of London.
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Venues near Barking
12 venues on our list are in or near Barking, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Prince Regent Hotel Woodford
Hotel
View on mapIntercontinental O2
Hotel up to 2200SE10 0TW
Riverview Suite, Peninsula Ballroom, Arora East, Arora West, Full Arora Suite
View on mapThe City Pavilion
Event Venue up to 1200RM5 2BH
Ballroom, Manhattan Suite
View on mapLondon Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf
Hotel
View on mapCCT Venues Bank Street
Event Venue
View on mapHilton London Canary Wharf
Hotel up to 270E14 9SH
Ballroom
View on mapCutty Sark
Event Venue up to 300SE10 9HT
Whole Ship
View on mapQueen’s House
Event Venue up to 120SE10 9NF
Great Hall
View on mapHilton London Docklands Riverside
Hotel up to 220SE16 5HW
Ballroom
View on mapGuoman Tower Hotel
Hotel up to 450E1W 1LD
Tower Suite
View on mapBexleyheath Marriott Hotel
Hotel
View on mapHilton Tower Bridge
Hotel up to 270SE1 2BY
Ballroom
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