Books - Face Painting

Why fear the things that go bump in the night when you can become one? World-renowned special effects artists Brian and Nick Wolfe reveal the secrets to transforming everyday faces into ghastly, jaw-dropping creations — from raging fire demons and disfigured zombies to blood-spattered vampires and otherworldly aliens — using simple techniques and readily available materials.

• 25 fiendish step-by-step demonstrations with award-winning techniques and up-close photo references
• Learn the basics before diving into full-face transformations, turning friends into insects, werewolves, cyborgs, and more
• Master the tricks to painting strikingly realistic warts, wounds, fangs, and other ghoulish features
• Perfect for everyone from complete novices to more experienced face painters looking for dark, creative inspiration

Get ready to surrender to your dark side… at least until the paint washes off!

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From two award-winning artists comes a comprehensive face painting guide that takes you from sweet and whimsical to dark and downright frightening. The first half of the book features fun, friendly designs including birds and butterflies, puppies and princesses, and knights and night skies, while the second half crosses over to the dark side with strikingly unnerving creations like vampires, zombies, gargoyles, and other freakish characters.

• Easy-to-follow instruction from two award-winning artists, perfect for all experience levels
• 50 step-by-step projects ranging from beginner-friendly designs to more advanced transformations
• A wide variety of designs covering popular themes for kids and adults, ideal for parties, performances, Halloween, and other special occasions
• Expert techniques for painting remarkably realistic textures, making human features virtually disappear, creating the convincing look of age, and other impressive fool-the-eye effects

Full of friendly instruction for beginners and fresh inspiration for seasoned painters, this book will help you turn everyday faces into sweet, funny, or frightening works of art that never fail to make people smile!

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From the world-renowned authors of Extreme Face Painting comes a back-to-basics guide with innovative twists, designed for all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a more seasoned face painter looking for fresh inspiration, this book has everything you need to create stunning face art with easy-to-find materials and friendly, accessible instruction.

Featuring 40 all-new step-by-step projects and award-winning expert techniques, the book takes you on a creative journey from simple designs to more complex and impressive transformations. Beginners will learn to paint everything from simple flowers to a full Frankenstein face, while intermediate artists will discover techniques for creating the realistic look of fur, the illusion of depth, and more intricate designs like an owl mask or a spitting cobra. From silly and sweet to spooky and spectacular, the possibilities are endless. So grab your supplies and get ready to put a whole new face on fun!

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Transform your child’s face—and their imagination—into a world of magic, color, and play.

Whether you’re a parent, artist, teacher, or party pro, this joyful, photo-rich guide will teach you how to create unforgettable characters on real faces. With 13 playful designs and over 100 full-color step-by-step images, Favorite Face Paintings makes it easy to turn everyday moments into magical makeovers.

🎨 Inside, you’ll learn how to:

• Create bold, professional-looking face art—even if you’re a total beginner. Follow easy instructions for sponging, blending, and detailing, with clear photos guiding every stroke.
• Delight kids (and adults!) with fun, vibrant characters. From fierce dragons and sparkly mermaids to goofy garden bunnies and glamorous fairies, each design includes jokes and color tips to keep the mood playful and inclusive.
• Feel confident with safety-first, skin-friendly techniques. Learn exactly what tools to use (and which to avoid), how to prep faces, and how to clean up without tears or scrubbing.

  👩👦 Perfect for:
  Parents, caregivers, teachers, artists, party entertainers, camp counselors, theater kids, birthday hosts, or anyone who wants to bring a little magic to the faces they love. No prior art experience required—just a desire to play.

  ✨ What makes this book different?
  Favorite Face Paintings was created by a professional body painter and captured by a top photographer to give you crystal-clear visuals and genuinely delightful designs. Unlike generic or hard-to-follow books, this guide is full of personality, featuring step-by-step photos for every face, kid-friendly jokes, and creative inspiration grounded in decades of hands-on experience. Every page feels like a burst of imagination.

• Bring the fun home—scroll up and grab your copy today. Your next masterpiece might be only one brushstroke away.

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