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Essex, East of England

Face & Body Painters for Hire in Chelmsford

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Available for Chelmsford, 30 miles north-east of central London, and every postcode in Essex.

Face & Body Painters
  • 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 Chelmsford at a glance

Booking face and body painters in Chelmsford

WowActs books face and body painters in Chelmsford, Essex, 30 miles north-east of central London, covering the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts. There are 3 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Braxted Park for up to 350 guests.

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County
Essex
Postcodes
CM1, CM2, CM3, CM98
Location
30 miles north-east of central London
Venues on our list nearby
3
Largest nearby venue
Braxted Park, up to 350 guests

Chelmsford venues and face and body painters

Within reach of Chelmsford there are 3 estates, 1 country house and 1 event venue on our list. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how face and body painters fit the room.

Bookings from Billericay, Great Dunmow and Maldon and the rest of Essex are just as easy. Travel for face and body painters is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Chelmsford: choose quick designs. At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

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Free, no-obligation quotes. Most enquiries take about a minute.

How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 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. 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. 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 Chelmsford: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books face and body painters in Chelmsford, Essex, 30 miles north-east of central London, covering the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts. There are 3 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Braxted Park for up to 350 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

  • Essex

    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

  • Festivals

    Glitter bars and festival looks.

  • Under-the-sea themes

    Mermaid scales and shimmer.

  • Gatsby nights

    Gold glitter and gems for flappers.

  • Masquerade balls

    Painted masks for guests without one.

  • Brand activations

    Logos and colours painted on guests.

  • Family fun days

    Classic face painting for children.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Give them a station

    A table, two chairs, good light and access to water make a proper painting station.

  2. 2

    Choose quick designs

    At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

  3. 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

How big are the event venues around Chelmsford?

The venues on our list near Chelmsford hold up to 350 guests, with Braxted Park the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Essex. We cover them all.

Do venues around Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?

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 Chelmsford is 30 miles north-east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Chelmsford do you cover?

All of CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98, including South Woodham Ferrers, Danbury, Hatfield Peverel, Maldon, Writtle and Broomfield, plus the rest of Essex and nearby Billericay, Great Dunmow, Maldon and Brentwood.

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.

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Local to Chelmsford

Face & Body Painters across Chelmsford and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • CM1
  • CM2
  • CM3
  • CM98

We book face & body painters in Chelmsford and every address in the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts, including South Woodham Ferrers, Danbury, Hatfield Peverel, Maldon, Writtle, Broomfield and Galleywood. We also travel across Essex and the rest of East of England.

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Venues near Chelmsford

5 venues on our list are in or near Chelmsford, mostly estates, country houses 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.

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