The Swirly Girlies challenge group I'm a member of recently completed a dark fairy challenge, and I thought I'd share the results of my dark fairy inspired by Annie Reynolds' style with you. Since fairies and butterflies are some of the most frequently requested designs we encounter as face painters, I think you'll find it fun to try during your fairy-themed private events. 

Materials

• Pearl lilac (TAG)
• Pearl purple (TAG)
• Pearl white (TAG)
• Black face paint (Diamond FX or Wolfe)
• White face paint (Diamond FX or Wolfe)
• Stencil (Organic HAS5001)
• Sponge
• #2 round brush
• #5 round brush
• Blending brush
• Cosmetic-grade glitter
• Gems, cluster, or tiara
• Skin-safe adhesive

Beth MacKinney is the owner of and primary face painter for Face Paint Pizzazz in Elgin, Illinois, and her artwork has appeared in The Colored Palette and SkinMarkz magazines. She services the western and northwestern Chicago suburbs, Chicago’s north side, and the eastern and southeastern suburbs of Rockford. Stop by Clownantics.com to enjoy more of Beth’s face painting tutorials.