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Booking Face Painting: What to Know

A painted tiger, a butterfly across the eyes or a sparkly unicorn horn can carry a whole afternoon for a five-year-old. On the Central Coast, face painters come to you – the backyard in Kincumber, the park by the lake at Long Jetty, a hall in Lisarow – and set up a little station where the children queue, choose a design and head back to the games looking like someone else.

The painters listed here cover every corner of the Coast, from the Woy Woy Peninsula up through Wyong and the Northern Lakes and out to the hinterland. Each one mixes face paint with other extras, so you can often fill a party from one booking rather than juggling three suppliers.

Before you lock in a date, it helps to know:

  • Elkie Hollow pairs face painting with balloon twisting and a glitter bar, and its party packages start from $200.
  • Teddy Bear Entertainment is a family team that has been painting faces since 2004, with UV paint, airbrush and glitter tattoos available as extras.
  • Party Chameleon Central Coast folds face painting into its character, disco and magic parties, with packages from $230.
  • Ask how many children the painter can comfortably get through in your booked time, so nobody misses out before the cake.

Face painting sits neatly inside a longer party plan, and it pairs well with a magician or a balloon twister. Browse children's party ideas or see the balloon artists who travel the Coast.

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Making the face-paint table run smoothly

  • Give the painter a shaded spot with a table and two chairs – a carport or verandah works well on a hot coastal afternoon.
  • Put a design board where kids can see it while they wait, so the choosing happens in the queue and not in the chair.
  • Mention any skin sensitivities when you book, and ask which products the painter uses.
  • Schedule painting early, before sticky food and water play start.

Extras worth asking about

  • Glitter tattoos last longer than paint and suit children who don't like a brush near their eyes.
  • UV paint from Teddy Bear Entertainment glows under black light, a fun touch for a disco-style party.
  • A glitter bar from Elkie Hollow lets older kids add their own sparkle.
  • Hair braiding and airbrush tattoos are other add-ons Teddy Bear Entertainment offers.

Booking tips for Coast families

  • Weekend slots can fill early, so enquire as soon as the date is set.
  • Party Chameleon Central Coast prices by package rather than per child, which helps when siblings turn up unannounced.
  • Confirm travel costs if your party is out in the hinterland or near the northern end of the lakes.

Questions About Booking Face Painting

Which face painters will come to a backyard party on the Central Coast?

Elkie Hollow, Teddy Bear Entertainment and Party Chameleon Central Coast all travel to homes and parks across the Coast, from the Woy Woy Peninsula to Wyong and the hinterland.

How much does a face painter cost for a Coast kids' birthday?

Elkie Hollow party packages start from $200 and Party Chameleon Central Coast packages start from $230. Teddy Bear Entertainment quotes on request, so send them your date, numbers and the extras you want.

Can a face painter also do glitter tattoos at my child's party?

Yes. Elkie Hollow and Teddy Bear Entertainment both offer glitter tattoos, and Teddy Bear Entertainment adds UV paint, airbrush tattoos and hair braiding as extras.

Should face painting happen before or after party food?

Earlier is usually better. Clean faces take paint well, and children are more patient in the queue before the cake and games wind them up.

Do Central Coast face painters charge per child?

Party Chameleon Central Coast charges per package rather than per child, so extra siblings can join in. Ask the others how their pricing works for your guest numbers.

What does a face painter need me to set up at home?

A table, two chairs and some shade are usually enough. Ask your painter on booking whether they bring their own seating and lighting for indoor spots.