My Face Painting Set Up 2014

[@rebeccajoy9928]

I am new to doing face painting for events and I have my first birthday party coming up and was nervous about how Im going to set it up and handle all the children for the event, so this was very helpful thank you for sharing!!! you are super talented!!

[@Sbeth85]

I'm a sucker for beautifully-organized cases of paint... thank you for the clear video! As a beginner, I don't think it's feasible for me to start off with that many cakes of paint, but this is certainly aspirational! Do you have a beginners kit video?

[@sharonlippert3839]

That is a perfect set up.

[@zoeobrien2083]

A second thank you for sharing your set-up as a UK face painter!! Very much appreciated from someone relatively new to this who wants useful stockist info for kit improvements (Facedeface), that we can actually buy here! Can't wait to see what you upload next. Thanks :)

[@SusanALennon]

The sticker idea is brilliant. I just got started by doing a favor for a friend at an event and it went well. Now I'm getting ready for another event and want to promote myself. Business cards are expensive and get lost. The sticker is great.

[@hoang.allen1]

Ashlea, u can find similar water dispenser at a nail supply store. They sell similar dispenser for acrylic liquid for fake nails.

[@nadegesimon346]

thank you

[@brittaniquijijelopez7718]

for the water dispenser you use, if you look up like nail polish pup dispenser or something of that sort on amazon or visit a sallys beauty supply they have these, used regularly by nail techs! Thank you for showing us your kit! this helps me a lot for trying to figure out how to start up my business.

[@RingletReina]

Thank you for this comment! Found them!

[@skribbledott]

Best set up vid I've seen, and the absolute neatest too. You're an angel for putting all the links on too! Thanks x

[@CKArts.studio6]

I love the simple way everything is organized & will definitely use your tips. I would love to find that small water dispenser.

[@ElsaRhae]

I see that you don't keep snaz paint in your kit, but you do a lot of snaz videos. I prefer using Mehron, tag and DFX but I do have some snazaroo because it's easy to get ahold of.

[@AshleaHenson]

Elsa Rhae I've only been using Snazaroo for a couple of months but I will probably switch up some of the Grimas colours like the red and yellow for Snaz when I run out of the other paint. I love Mehron and DFX but have never tried tag, how do you like it?

[@AshleaHenson]

Ashlea Henson Also, my middle name is Rae. We should be best friends!?!

[@planb4212]

I like that Setup very much. It is clean, straight and easy to handle. thank you for sharing your knowledge 💖👏

[@melaniesiedsma4799]

a menda pump is what they call them. I like your set up.. very clean and professional.

[@myalteregoandi]

Thank you for this, I'm absolutely in awe of that Mehron case lol - didn't know anything like that existed. Definitely investing, so thank you. Love your videos, also. Keep them coming :)

[@AshleaHenson]

They really are fantastic, I wouldn't be without my two. Thanks for watching :)

[@kathrynmdesign]

I so wish that table and chair combo was available in the USA! That would be a perfect addition to my setup!

[@abijones3379]

Wow, what an incredibly helpful video, thank you!

[@mamawarrior]

They sell those pumps at the Dollar Stores here in the US, like Dollar Tree in the fingernail polish removal section. They use it for remover but I think it could be used for water!! Now I will get one!! Thanks for the info!

[@ckart7879]

Thanks! I love that you listed the paints.

[@juliesczesny7697]

I love the water pump for sponges! Thank you so much for sharing with us! Your tutorials are always wonderful!

[@alinamata127]

You are truly incredible, love all your work.

[@Montse3070]

Just paint your brush handle with nail polish!!! And keep your favorite brush!!!!

[@GiggleLoopsy]

I love seeing your set up and listening to your beautiful accent :) Thanks for sharing with us!!

[@AshleaHenson]

Ahh thanks so much. You always have something kind to say, it makes me smile :)

[@JoaraCarvalho]

Everything is so organized! *-* Kisses from Brazil!

[@TnyRwn]

It's great to see someone so talented in their artistic work and also very professional and organised. Thanks for sharing what you have developed through years of hard work.

[@rousstous]

woowww!! uuff la mejor!! he aprendido mucho contigo gracias por compartir tanto!! bendiciones

[@JoeDoe2]

Is there a video on how to transfer paint from one brand of pot to the paradise pots? Can you describe your sponge usage routine? (rotation and rinsing). At what point do you move to a new sponge? Do you use just one sponge per color on all kids at the same event, never having to rinse one out until done with the event? I heard someone say they use one sponge per color per kid for sanitary purposes but that would mean hundreds of sponges at a large event, so I don't see how.

[@moonsyndra]

your dish dispenser looks a lot like the dispenser i use for nail polish remover they are pretty easy to find at any beauty supplies store.

[@LifeAsTeeInThisWeirdWorld]

Such a helpful video... thanks! I have to get that Mehron case!

[@lifeincolour96]

I love the palette case too, i keep all of my paints in and just pop an A4 paper between before closing ;)

[@arb197]

Thank you Ashlea, so organized and neat!

[@sarahJane91]

Thanks for posting this - it has been really useful. I will definitely be checking out your blog as well for more info :D

[@sophiehollies7468]

Thank you so much for sharing you're set up so well :)) and finally a video for face painters in the UK (i'm in France but i'm english!) I'm a freelance artist/graphic designer but I absolutely love face painting too :D I'm subscribing to your channel and i'm looking forward to your next videos :)

[@silverfaceandbodypainting6300]

How long does it take to add gems? They look gorgeous.

[@aprildamski7372]

Hi Ashley. I just want to say I really like your videos. I have learned so much from you, and got a lot of ideas too. Sincerely, April Damski from NJ (USA)

[@rosanareyna1]

Great set up. Very tidy. I will mimmick it myself.

[@mendez3528]

Yup yup nice

[@AshleaHenson]

Rosana Reyna Excellent, I'm glad it was useful :)

[@rarecoral212]

Ashlea Henson: Hi how did you find the quality of superstar pace paint if you could compare the quality with diamond fx and paradise.

[@valeriemarois2522]

Thank you so much, very helpful video ! I'm eager to hear you talk about your example board as well :)

[@victoriacovil1324]

Great Video :) I think you might be able to replace your dish bottle with one designed for nail varnish remover/sanitiser or lotions and toners - from beauty wholesalers. They look very similar, i just don't know if when you press to dispense, it might shoot the contents skywards :)

[@AshleaHenson]

The one I use is designed for nail varnish remover, we got them from Capitol Hair & Beauty but they have discontinued that style. I'll see what others I can find xx

[@JoeDoe2]

What do you put the advertising stickers on after you peel off the back? Do you hand it to the kid and they do with it whatever they want, glue and all?

[@SoDoneWithUsenames]

Fantastic video - tks for posting! I'm new to face painting and have been curious about pro set-ups and contents. This will help ease my efforts for sure : )

[@TheSofiapaez]

I love your videos!!..... Could you please tell me what brand of paint do you use??.... the rounded ones are mehron also??

[@gabisesquivel9961]

Incredible. I dream of one set of makeup like that fastastico!! :))

[@JustHowEyeSeeIt]

Hi. Would you please do a video on using your flat brushes. Demonstrating how to use them all would b nice. Thank N U N Advance. : )

[@sferro93]

Awesome setup!

[@caitlinlouise3127]

You are my inspiration! :D

[@rozmansj]

what size are each of your cakes in your palette? 32g?

[@gemskizzle]

love the video, are you uploading a video on your display board? x

[@masismelkomian5465]

There are some for nails for like nail polish remover for ur sponges

[@TheMAKChannel]

I use Snazaroo facepaint...Some colors stain so i don't want to use that brand anymore. I want to know for sure this doesnt stain before purchase

[@AshleaHenson]

The MAK Channel You need to make sure you are removing it with soap and water, not wipes. Certain colours like green will stain regardless of what brand you use if you remove it the wrong way. I've tried every colour of Snazaroo and not had any staining so far when I take it off in the shower, same with the other brands. ☺

[@TheMAKChannel]

Thank you so much!

[@lseh]

The Snazaroo orange stained my daughters eyebrows for 4 days... tried cleaning it every day.

[@nikkix6972]

@@lseh bodyshop camomile cleanser is amazing for removing tougher pigments. It got a pumpkin off my daughter with no residual staining (I use Snazaroo) x

[@JoeDoe2]

If I may, I'd like to ask unrelated questions and I don't know where else to ask them except on a video that seems to be targeted toward relatively new beginners. I'm a male newbie, wondering whether I should pursue face painting. My only concern has to do with people's reactions to a man doing it, especially the kids when they see a man sitting/standing there, waiting to paint people at the beginning of an event. I read an article that only about 1 out of 20 attendees at the FABA Intl convention are men. I assume that an even smaller proportion are actually doing it in the real world. As for yourself, when you arrive at an event like a birthday party and set up, and you're sitting or standing there waiting for your first kid arrivals to want their face painted, do they just automatically figure out what you're doing and eagerly get in line? Does the hostess (mom of the birthday kid) have to point you out to them and be your cheerleader, like "Hey kids, if you want your faces painted, go get in line over there and she'll paint your face?" Or do you have to be outgoing in the beginning before a line starts, encouraging them to come over and do it? Do you just remain quiet and smile, figuring "hey, I'm on the clock getting paid by the hour, so if they don't want to do this, it's fine with me. The person who booked me is the one wasting their money?" And most importantly, would everything I just asked be different when comparing a woman to a man, even an older, gray-headed, semi-retired complete stranger? (maybe the grandfatherly type). There are some people who believe men shouldn't be touching children for any reason, especially kids they don't know, and vice versa. Have you worked with and observed men, especially if they're working alone and not part of a man/woman team, to see if there's a difference in how men are treated? If so, do they ever paint sitting down, or only standing up? Do you think that a man who starts his own face painting business with business cards and a website is going to miss out on business as soon as parents see that he's not a cute bubbly college girl? Is my main hope to get contracted going to be via other artists and companies who somehow found out about me and will invite me to join them at huge events when they can't handle it all? Do you have time to answer all these questions? haha. I will delete all this once you've had a chance to respond since it has nothing to do with the video. I see very few business and career related advisory videos for face painting. They seem to be all about supplies, designs, and techniques. But people have to decide if they're even going to be able to do this and enjoy it before investing so much time and money. Hope you understand. Thanks, and thanks for the videos. :)

[@AshleaHenson]

joe doe Hi Joe. It's very difficult for me to answer as I've only really seen it from my side, however I will say that a large majority of the best face painters in the world (in my opinion) are male. I would suggest reaching out to them, they all have Facebook pages and are active in the community. There's Nick Wolfe, Ronnie Mena, Matteo Arfanotti, Dutch Bihary, Wiser Oner and so many more. When I set up at an event I sit back and wait for the customers to come to me. As long as you have a large, clear display they will work out what you are doing. Personally I always think standing looks more professional but it doesn't really make too much difference, and I don't know if it would be particularly better for a man to stand or sit. Sorry I've not been much help, it's a tricky subject that I don't really know much about.

[@shalisealphonse3362]

Am definately going to do the stickers for tge kids wjem am done painting. I was thinking giving to the parent to place in the party bags but am guessing his better or.ill have to try both

[@JulieHassettBodyArt]

Very helpful! Thank you for sharing and being so thorough! :)

[@AshleaHenson]

Yay, I'm glad it was helpful :)

[@alisonharvey7370]

Ive put my question on Kathy rollwege's post. Tried to copy it. Sorry x

[@dottidal]

Love your set up and all the info and ideas you included! Sadly you could never leave your phone out like that where I live or it would get stolen. :(

[@AshleaHenson]

Oh that's a shame :(

[@lauraacuna3467]

Hola Ashlea! Would you please list the name and number of the brushes you list on the video. I'm foreign and can't understand the brands! You rock, you are my idol my inspiration. :) Gracias

[@sophiaasante6652]

Hi Ashlea I got the face paint case. But still trying to work out what inserts I need for it.

[@alfa19716]

Hi Ashlea Henson. I like a lot your sign where you announce your free face paint. Can you tell me about the policy that you have at the right side of the bottom of sing. Thank you so much!

[@Beckk_27]

Pleasee make more tutorials.. especially for older:)

[@willzworld470]

Love this video must watch it every month but just wondering were you get your stickers from? Xxx

[@paulinapaez6414]

Hola ashlea crees poder poner subtítulos en español en verdad me interesa saber lo que explicas por favor

[@WarPaintAndHighHeels]

Hi! Did you ever upload the display board video? I've looked, but may be missing it!

[@veesee9]

After a job, does the foam around all the paints get dirtied with paint? Is it hard to clean off?

[@jninw.7448]

great video, so intresting!

[@joseflores-dp8vx]

question: approximately how much did you spend for the paints?

[@Thefacepaintingshopsales]

Brilliant :-)

[@AshleaHenson]

Thank you very much :D

[@ΈφηΚατσούλα-χ4θ]

Silly Heather

[@artandcaboodle7990]

Hello Ashlea Love your work and set up. I have a question about the white for line work. Is that just a regular white cake (wolf or DFX)??

[@athenaharris3116]

Instead of a Grimas MR6 what else can u use for petals? Also how do u load mutiple colors on it? Can u show us? TIA

[@brandyfairbank]

Is your mirror pretty durable? I like the size!:) what is the brand? Thanks- I like your set up-it looks nice and clean!

[@kndyjoaky]

muchas gracias por tus consejos !! :D

[@kathyrollwagemerry-heartfa2589]

Thanks for sharing your expertise...

[@AshleaHenson]

You are very welcome.

[@alisonharvey7370]

Ashlea Henson I noticed that you have a list of things like tiger, batman etc but no pics, is that the best way to give ideas of what you do, I'm worried if I don't do the paint same as the picture I have they might complain and everyone is slightly different each time? In love your demonstrations, you are brill!!!!!

[@mariadasgracassantossilva6418]

i want to buy this pictures, where i can buy ? i live in Brasil. this is pankec ?

[@BecBrookes]

The links to the brushes take you to a page that says product not found. I did I search for the name but there's different coloured brushes & I want to make sure I get the ones you recommend. Can you send me some new links please?xx

[@nadegesimon346]

hello, i'm french and i'm really fan of your work! please can you tell me where have you bought the bottle who mahe water mist for your sponges...? thank you

[@zacharyshanley5894]

I've never used a scrunch bucket

[@gardenofmelanin2906]

Could this set up be used for body painting? I want to body parint, but I don't know the essentials to buy? Could you offer me any suggestions? Btw, very great video!

[@mariadelcarmencossio7059]

hi,where can I buy that chair next to the table with make up

[@SaraMohameSera]

الزجاجة الصغيرة هى مقوى اظافر ؟

[@dottieentertainment2269]

Any luck on finding a similar dish dispenser? It looks so handy

[@dottieentertainment2269]

Wait! I found it! I followed others advice below on nail varnish remover dispensers. Just bought one on amazon www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J9AR8VQ/ref=gno_cart_title_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A65342XTHUNWM

[@SusanALennon]

Dottie Entertainment Thank you. . .you made that easy.

[@randyseletswane5471]

hey guys where can i get the face painting set ,which shop is near? i stay in the eastrand johannesburg

[@justine4677]

hey! thanks so much for this great information! any chancr you guys found a replacment for the dish dispenser?

[@KicksNLipsticks]

Is there a reason you use a separate black& white for line work vs the two that are in the palette?

[@MsSuperMisha]

Hi, what brand is the fleur palette of colors?

[@athenaharris3116]

what colors would u replace the grimas colors with.. BLUE AZURE LT.BLUE LILAC ORANGE DK. BROWN tia!

[@hummerklein2567]

you r the BEST .

[@alfredotrujillo2245]

Can anyone tell me Where i can Buy the extensions

[@lucyphenixfilms]

Where did you get your table? I’ve been looking everywhere for one.

[@sharonlippert3839]

She said she got it on Ebay. It's a set. I want to get one also.

[@kimskreations3403]

this was very helpful.

[@taviaarchie9859]

how much did you pay for it

[@pakistanme2826]

Werw did you get that

[@ngarcia98512]

What other petal brush could you use instead on the grimas #6

[@jennyp9091]

Brilliant thank you!

[@roarer20]

Hi, was wondering...where did you get the foldable bucket?

[@siskabouwen7418]

i want to know that too!

[@ChristyAllen]

where did you get your brush case, and what is it called?

[@JoeDoe2]

What strokes do you use the round #8 for?

[@jacinbrown3716]

where did you buy the paint pot holder? :)

[@anastasiade4426]

Hello! What brand are black and white colors?

[@amelianannette972]

+Cristina She said Diamond FX, but she prefers Wolfe. Wolfe is just hard to get ahold of. :)

[@SeatherineJent]

Where did you get the case for your glitters? I cannot find one like that.

[@ayleenangulo.927]

were do you get the face paint

[@immy1055]

+Ayleen Angulo. Links in the description box X

[@ayeshacurry7262]

Is a permitt needed for this?

[@AshleaHenson]

AYESHA CURRY not in the UK. I'm not sure about everywhere else, you'd need to research it.

[@joaruss]

Hi Ashlea! where can I find the split metallic green and blue?

[@TheAmandakev]

Joanna Russell she likely made it herself by using half of one and half of the other.

[@sonamathew7881]

u sound exactly like Zoe sugg!

[@lilybearlouise3433]

so true

[@TheOfficialSlurpzTv]

where did u get your brush holder?

[@AshleaHenson]

I've just added a link to one at the bottom of the description. It's not the exactly the same as mine but very similar.

[@TheOfficialSlurpzTv]

ok yes ive seen that before. Im curious to know when u will be doing ur promotion setup video?? :)

[@brookicola]

Where did you get the glitter holder? I’ve been searching everywhere for something like that

[@deener25]

I'm not the op, but I bought a painting set that comes with like stained glass in a childrens craft section and cleaned out the paint