Starting rate
$100/hr
2-hour minimum required
Face Painting
Creative, colorful face painting for parties and events across Southeastern Wisconsin.
Face painting is designed to feel interactive, welcoming, and fun for guests of all ages. Laughing Llama offers everything from simple party favorites to more detailed creative and festival-inspired designs for birthday parties, school events, festivals, corporate gatherings, and community celebrations across Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, Union Grove, Salem, Lake Geneva, Burlington, Bristol, nearby Southern Wisconsin communities, and select Northern Illinois events.
- Fully insured service
- 2-hour minimum
- Professional setup included
Popular booking
2 hours: $250 total
Includes the $50 travel & insurance fee
Coverage
Fully insured
Helpful for venues, schools, and events that require documentation
Travel
Kenosha to Milwaukee
Also serving Union Grove, Salem, Lake Geneva, Burlington, Bristol, and select Northern Illinois events
What to expect
Face painting that becomes part of the memory.
From colorful festival looks to playful party favorites, face painting is at the heart of Laughing Llama. Every event is different, and designs can be adapted for the atmosphere, age group, and energy of your gathering.
- Designs can be adapted for age group, pacing, and event atmosphere.
- Guest interaction stays welcoming, calm, and inclusive.
- The station is organized to keep lines moving and the setup feeling polished.
Party favorites
Classic butterflies, superheroes, animals, glitter details, and imaginative custom requests.
Festival energy
Bolder looks, creative color, and more expressive designs when the event calls for it.
All-ages comfort
The pace stays friendly and low-pressure so shy guests can still feel welcome at the chair.
Face painting at Laughing Llama is meant to feel like wearable art, not just one more activity in the corner.
Perfect for
A strong fit for events where color, creativity, and easy guest interaction matter.
Face painting works especially well when you want a visible activity that helps people gather, participate, and leave with something memorable.
Birthday parties
A centerpiece activity that keeps kids excited and engaged.
Check Your DateFestivals
A high-visibility crowd favorite for family-friendly event energy.
Browse the GallerySchools & libraries
A creative add-on for celebrations, reading programs, and community days.
Read the FAQMarkets & pop-ups
An interactive draw for guests who want something playful and photo-worthy.
Read Professional Face Painting Wisconsin
Setup & safety
Professional products, a clean setup, and clear guest expectations.
Mel prefers using her own setup equipment to keep the station consistent, organized, and comfortable throughout the event. Laughing Llama is fully insured and can provide insurance documentation when an event or venue requires coverage confirmation.
Professional cosmetic products
FDA-compliant cosmetic-grade face painting products are prioritized, along with skin-safe sanitation practices.
Read the artistry pageSetup support
The face painting station uses a 6-foot table, director's chair, step stool, and can include a 10x10 tent when needed.
Meet MelGuest care
Paint is not applied over irritated skin, open wounds, or visibly sick guests, and face painting is generally not recommended for children under 2.
See community reviewsRecent looks
A mix of playful crowd favorites and expressive custom designs.
These are the kinds of looks guests often remember, request again, and talk about after the event.
Face painting FAQ
A few of the questions that come up most often.
What kinds of products do you use?
Laughing Llama uses professional-quality face paints and cosmetic products designed specifically for safe skin application.
Are you insured?
Yes. Laughing Llama is fully insured for professional events and can provide insurance documentation when needed.
What setup do you provide?
Mel usually brings her own organized workstation with a 6-foot table, director's chair, step stool, and can bring a 10x10 tent when needed.
Do you paint children under 2 years old?
Face painting is generally not recommended for children under 2. If a parent still requests it, that choice remains at their discretion and responsibility.
Want face painting at the heart of your event?
Send the date, location, and guest count, and Laughing Llama can help you figure out the right length, setup, and pacing.