Introduction to Face Painting

This course will introduce you to basic Face Painting.  It will give you basic application techniques and tools need to face paint. Learn to paint basic faces, blend colours and lines and brushes. 

What level is the course, and do I need skills?

The course is suitable for those with little or no experience of if you have done some face painting from a book or online tutorials.  

Target Learner Group

Community members who want to learn a new skill. Will be able to do basic Face Painting at events and parties. 

What is the course/workshop about?

This course will introduce you to basic Face Painting.  It will give you basic application techniques and tools need to face paint. Learn to paint basic faces, blend colours and lines and brushes. 

What topics does the course/workshop cover?

• What you need to know 
• Use of different tools in face painting 
• Techniques (Bases) 
• Techniques (Lines and brush work) 
• Full faces 

Learning objectives

By the end of the course/workshop you should be able to: 

• Do at least 5 basic full faces e.g. (tiger) 
• Blend face paints properly to give even coverage 

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class? What kind of activities will I be doing?

The class will be taught face to face and will include practical activities on Masks  

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring? Where can I get this? What do we provide?

You will need a notebook, pen and A4 folder. You will need to have clean hands and short nails for this activity. 

Please wear old clothes or an apron, as some of the paints are likely to escape from the brush. 

A small towel and wet wipes (as you will be working on each other during the course) 

Westway Trust will provide the materials 

Will I get feedback?

Yes, feedback will be given at the end of the course, and you will get pictures of your work so you can practice your skills after the course finishes. 

When I finish, what should I be able to do next?

Confidently be able to face paint adults and children 

Safeguarding and Prevent Duty: Learner Health and Safety

The tutor is first aid trained and the main door is controlled by a buzzer and reception. 

If you know that you are likely to be allergic to the face paint product, please provide gloves to protect your hands.