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Not every white seems to be perfect for every job. Some are good for line work others are better for blending - let's find out what is the best white for you!

Facepaint.com sells dozens of different brands black face paint, so which one should you to choose for your kit? This blog will definitely help you decide...
In this quick tutorial, face paint artist Marina, shows us how to remove tough face paint stains, and it's actually easier than you'd think!

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In this tutorial I'm gonna go back to basics and make three different butterfly designs. So prepare your sponges, brushes and paints and paint along with me!
Who says you can not be pretty as a butterfly and cool as a pirate at the same time? Not me anyway! This design is a mash up between these two things, and it such a funny design that even Jack Sparrow would envy you! So get your best pirate face on and maybe add some glitter if you want to and go as a pirate butterfly at the next Pirate Party!
Melissa Munn shows us her lovely glittery butterfly arm design. Follow along with her in this video tutorial to create your own design!
GLOW parties are all the rave these days!  This UV tribal butterfly design is sure to wow your clients when they turn on the blacklight and watch the rainbow butterfly come to life!
Want a quick butterfly design for your face painting event or gig? Here's a super quick and easy split cake butterfly design by Athena Zhe
But, for those who want a challenge, here's how Athena Zhe does her realistic butterfly wings design. 
Ana Cedoviste creates a 3-D illusion design using 3D Butterfly Stickers. This will literally "blow" your mind...
Learn how to paint an easy and quick split cake butterfly design with Kiki and Camilla
Learn how to create a butterfly eye design with Athena Zhe!

Butterfly designs are one of the most favorite designs in face painting. It's a very versatile design which allows it to be painted almost everywhere on the body. 

 

If you struggle with butterflies, I hope this design with elements inspired by several of my favorite artists, such as Annie Reynolds and Denise Cold, will be something you enjoy painting.

This design is meant to be fun, so feel free to improvise and make it in your own personal style! Below are the materials that I used to create this design.