North Scotland, Scotland

Face & Body Painters for Hire in Kirkwall

Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Available for Kirkwall, 209 miles north of Edinburgh, and every postcode in North Scotland.

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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 Kirkwall at a glance

Booking face and body painters in Kirkwall

WowActs books face and body painters in Kirkwall, North Scotland, 209 miles north of Edinburgh, covering the KW15 and KW17 postcode districts.

Last updated 6 October 2026

County: North Scotland
Postcodes: KW15, KW17
Location: 209 miles north of Edinburgh

Kirkwall venues and face and body painters

Kirkwall sits in North Scotland, 209 miles north of Edinburgh. Whether your event is in a hotel, a marquee or your own garden, we plan face and body painters around the space, the timings and the guests.

Bookings from Stromness, Thurso and Wick and the rest of North Scotland 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 Kirkwall: choose quick designs. At busy events, simple designs keep the queue moving so more guests get a look.

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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.

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 Kirkwall: the complete guide

Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

· Last updated 6 October 2026

The short answer

WowActs books face and body painters in Kirkwall, North Scotland, 209 miles north of Edinburgh, covering the KW15 and KW17 postcode districts. 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
North Scotland
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.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Festivals
Glitter bars and festival looks.
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

Do venues around Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall?

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 Kirkwall is 209 miles north of Edinburgh. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Kirkwall do you cover?

All of KW15 and KW17, including Orkney Islands, Finstown, St Margaret's Hope, St Mary's and Dounby, plus the rest of North Scotland and nearby Stromness, Thurso, Wick and Lybster.

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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Face & Body Painters across Kirkwall and nearby

Postcodes we cover

KW15
KW17

We book face & body painters in Kirkwall and every address in the KW15 and KW17 postcode districts, including Orkney Islands, Finstown, St Margaret's Hope, St Mary's and Dounby. We also travel across North Scotland and the rest of Scotland.

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Venues near Kirkwall

We cover every venue in and around Kirkwall, from hotels, conference centres and country houses to marquees, offices and private homes. Tell us where your event is and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers.