How to use the checklist

1. Download the checklist

2. Where are you on the path? Identify the step which is right for you

3. Click on the box to access the resource

4. Once you’ve completed each section, tick it off on your checklist and give yourself a pat on the back!


Step 1 - Tools of the Trade

Paints

Paints

Showing the different brands

Sponges

Sponges

See a wide variety of shapes & sizes

Brushes

Brushes

Rounds, flats, rakes and more

Misc Kit

Misc Kit

Everything else the face painter needs


Step 2 - Face Painting Skills

Sponging

Sponging

Applying the base

Linework

Linework

Creating beautiful brushwork

Butterflies

Butterflies

Make your flutters float off the page

Big Cats

Big Cats

Tigers, lions & other felines  

Monsters

Monster

Creating the major monster marks!

Florals

Florals

Painting pretty flowers and leaves

One-stroke

One-stroke

Mastering the skills of one-stroke and split cakes

Popular Classics

Popular Classics

Master these designs - you'll be asked for them time and time again!      


Step 3 - Business

Planning

Planning

Everything to get your business started

Marketing

Marketing

How to reach your ideal client

Admin

Admin

Keeping your business running

Finance

Finance

Keeping records, tax and self-employment


Step 4 - Health and Safety

Managing Risk

Managing Risk

Protecting yourself and your customer

Ergonomics

Ergonomics

Looking after yourself