We all know kids can be demanding. So how do you keep them happy when offering your face painting services at parties, school fetes and fund raising events? Easy, follow these face painting ideas.

1 You Don't Need A Model To Practice Face Painting Designs

Kids don't take long to lose interest if you take too long or have to wipe off paint and start again. So practicing on kids may not be a viable option.

So why not practice on clear acetate. It's available from office supply stores. If you make a mistake you just wipe off the paint with a damp sponge. It can be used over and over again.

2 Have A Photo Album Filled With The Designs You Can Paint

Every time you are pleased with a new design that you have created, take a photo (with permission, of course) and add it to your face painting ideas photo album.

3 Stick To Simple Designs

If you take too long to face paint then kids will just get bored and start fidgeting. Stick to simple face painting designs that can be created quickly and easily.

4 Avoid Painting Very Young Children

A child under the age of two and a half generally cannot sit still long enough to have their face painted. So for very young children use a face dotter stamp and special face painting ink pad. It only takes seconds to get a design onto the cheeks and forehead. Popular designs include butterfly, spider, paw print, dolphin and snowflake.

5 Avoid Face Paint Near The Mouth If The Kids Will Be Eating Afterwards

If kids will be eating shortly after getting their faces painted it's best to avoid painting too close to the mouth. That way the kids can enjoy their food without spoiling their painted faces.