Berkshire, South East
Face & Body Painters for Hire in Reading
Face and body painters adding glitter, gems and themed designs to your guests, from Gatsby sparkle and painted masks to festival looks. Booked across Reading and Berkshire, including Henley-on-Thames and Wokingham.

- 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 Reading at a glance
Booking face and body painters in Reading
WowActs books face and body painters in Reading, Berkshire, 36 miles west of central London, covering the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts. There are 4 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Easthampstead Park Hotel for up to 480 guests.
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- County
- Berkshire
- Postcodes
- RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7 +2
- Location
- 36 miles west of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 4
- Largest nearby venue
- Easthampstead Park Hotel, up to 480 guests
Booking face and body painters for a Reading event
Our Reading venue list covers 4 hotels, 3 country houses and 1 estate, and Easthampstead Park Hotel can hold up to 480 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 Reading itself and the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6 and RG7 postcode districts, including Burghfield Common, Spencers Wood, Theale and Mortimer, as well as nearby Henley-on-Thames, Wokingham, Goring and Bracknell.
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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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 Reading
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

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

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

Venetian Masquerade in Reading
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 Reading: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
ยท Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books face and body painters in Reading, Berkshire, 36 miles west of central London, covering the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts. There are 4 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Easthampstead Park Hotel for up to 480 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
Berkshire
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.
Brand activations
Logos and colours painted on guests.
Masquerade balls
Painted masks for guests without one.
Gatsby nights
Gold glitter and gems for flappers.
Under-the-sea themes
Mermaid scales and shimmer.
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 Reading can host a large event?
On our list, Easthampstead Park Hotel (up to 480 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 Reading 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 Reading?
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 Reading is 36 miles west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Reading do you cover?
All of RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31, including Burghfield Common, Spencers Wood, Theale, Mortimer, Wokingham and Shinfield, plus the rest of Berkshire and nearby Henley-on-Thames, Wokingham, Goring and Bracknell.
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 Reading
Face & Body Painters across Reading and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- RG1
- RG2
- RG4
- RG5
- RG6
- RG7
- RG30
- RG31
We book face & body painters in Reading and every address in the RG1, RG2, RG4, RG5, RG6, RG7, RG30 and RG31 postcode districts, including Burghfield Common, Spencers Wood, Theale, Mortimer, Wokingham, Shinfield, Arborfield Garrison and Caversham. We also travel across Berkshire and the rest of South East.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Reading
8 venues on our list are in or near Reading, mostly hotels, country houses and estates. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
De Vere Wokefield Park
Estate up to 350RG7 3AH
Maple, Sulhempstead, Ballroom
View on mapHilton Reading
Hotel up to 350RG2 0GQ
Ballroom
View on mapCrowne Plaza Reading
Hotel
View on mapEasthampstead Park Hotel
Country House up to 480RG40 3DF
The King Suite
View on mapTrunkwell House
Country House up to 350RG12 7PA
Ballroom
View on mapHoliday Inn Maidenhead
Hotel up to 350SL6 2RA
Berkshire
View on mapNorthbrook Park
Country House up to 200GU17 9BE
Ballroom
View on mapCrowne Plaza, Marlow
Hotel up to 300SL7 1LU
Winterlake Suite
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