Speed Painting vs. Regular Face Painting: Understanding the Difference

When it comes to face painting at events, there are two main styles: speed painting and regular face painting. While both offer fun and colorful designs, they differ mainly in their approach and purpose.

Speed Painting is perfect for high-volume events like community festivals or school fairs, where the goal is to paint as many guests as possible. The designs are quicker, less detailed, and typically more basic, allowing face painters to complete around 20-25 faces per hour. This ensures that more guests can enjoy the fun with shorter wait times.

Sample of our speed painting options

On the other hand, Regular Face Painting is more detailed and artistic, often seen at smaller, private events where there’s more time for each guest. These designs are typically more intricate and time-consuming, with face painters completing about 10-12 faces per hour. The focus here is on creativity and higher quality.

In short, speed painting is all about efficiency, while regular face painting emphasizes detail and artistry. Both have their place depending on the type of event!