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💀🧟‍♀️ INTERNATIONAL FACE PAINTING SCHOOL – CREATIVE SKULLS TRAINING COURSE 💜💚 Where do I even begin?! 🤣🤪 Completing the IFPS Creative Skulls Training Course, led by the legendary IFPS Creative Director and Coach, Simona Rad, has been an absolute game changer for my creative journey! This course has been so much more than learning how to paint a skull. It has completely changed the way I approach the creative process, taking my designs from basic to BRAIN-POPPING! 🧠💥😂 One of the things I absolutely love is that the training is completely self-paced, allowing you to absorb the content, experiment, practise and revisit lessons whenever you need. And the international course community? What an absolute bonus! Having a community available around the clock to share ideas, progress, challenges, questions and wins makes the learning experience even more rewarding. It’s incredibly motivating to see everyone’s individual creative journeys unfolding. A special mention to our wonderful Coach Simona, who regularly pops in with thoughtful, kind and constructive feedback, encouragement and guidance. Having someone who genuinely takes the time to support your progress makes such a difference. Simona, you are an absolute creative genius! Your knowledge and insight are incredible, but it’s your humour, encouragement and completely down-to-earth nature that make learning with you such a pleasure. I appreciate you more than you know! 💐😇❤️ For me, one of the biggest transformations has been learning to bridge the gap between seeing an amazing design and simply trying to recreate it, to actually understanding HOW to develop my own original ideas. The course has given me the tools and confidence to work through the entire creative process: ✏️ THINK – Developing an idea and understanding the direction I want to take. 🎨 SKETCH – Exploring cartoon styles, realistic anatomy, bone structure and facial proportions. 🧠 EXPERIMENT – Playing with texture, incorporating unexpected elements, exploring creative possibilities and building an interesting composition. ⚖️ REFINE – Learning how to create balance, understand structure and bring all the individual elements together. 🖌️ TEST PAINT & ADJUST – Putting those ideas into practice, identifying what works, making changes and refining the design. 💀 FINAL PAINT – Bringing everything together into an original creation that I am genuinely SO proud to share with our IFPS community! Looking back at my initial sketches, the thought process, the experimentation and then seeing the finished design come to life is incredibly rewarding. It’s not just about learning new techniques; it’s about developing the confidence to trust your own creative thinking, push beyond what you already know and create something that is uniquely yours. IFPS Creative Skulls Training, coupled with the IFPS Pro Certified Course, has been an absolute creative pleasure and a match made in heaven for me! 🙏🫶🙌 Both courses have given me so much more than I anticipated, and I honestly cannot recommend the learning experience highly enough. If you’re looking to challenge yourself creatively, develop your skills and discover what you’re capable of creating when you have the right tools and guidance, these courses are something truly special. To the incredible IFPS team, our amazing international community and especially Coach Simona Rad — THANK YOU! ❤️ Here’s to thinking outside the box, embracing the creative process and making some more brain-popping creations! 🤣🤪🧟‍♀️💜💚💀 Designed, developed and painted with a whole lot of learning, creativity and love! ❤️

✨ FROM COPYING DESIGNS TO CREATING MY OWN MASTERPIECES! ✨ Where do I even begin? ❤️ Completing the International Face Painting School Pro Certified Course has been one of the most rewarding and transformative experiences of my creative journey. When I first started, I was someone who could spend hours scrolling through Instagram, saving beautiful designs and wondering how on earth I could ever recreate them. I had ideas bursting out of my head, but I didn’t yet have the technical skills, knowledge or confidence to bring those ideas to life. I could see the vision, but I couldn’t quite bridge the gap between what I imagined and what I could actually create. That has completely changed. This course has taught me so much more than how to paint. It has taught me HOW to think like an artist. I’ve gone from looking at someone else’s design and trying to copy it, to taking an original idea straight out of my imagination, putting it onto paper, developing it into a design, and then using the techniques and skills I’ve acquired throughout the course to bring that design to life on myself or someone else! And honestly, that feeling is AMAZING! 🤩 The transformation goes far beyond the paintbrush. I went from knowing very little about face painting to building an amazing kit filled with quality products and, more importantly, knowing exactly how to use them. I’ve developed a much deeper understanding of colour, shading, highlights, depth, dimension, structure and the techniques that turn an ordinary design into something extraordinary. But one of the biggest highlights has been the PEOPLE. To my dedicated, insightful and endlessly encouraging coach Laura Hewetson @ColorMeBodyArt — THANK YOU! ❤️ Your knowledge, patience, guidance and encouragement have meant more than I can put into words. Having someone who ‘genuinely’ wants to see you improve, challenges you to push beyond what you think you’re capable of, and supports you throughout the learning process makes an incredible difference. And to the entire IFPS community — what an absolute gem of a community to be part of! Knowing that you’re surrounded by passionate artists from all corners of the globe is something truly special. No matter what time of day or night, there was always someone online, someone willing to share knowledge, offer encouragement, answer questions or celebrate a little win. I never felt like I was learning alone. The biggest change, though, has been how I feel about myself as an artist. I no longer spend hours scrolling and wondering where to start. I no longer look at an incredible design and think it’s beyond my abilities. I no longer second-guess every brushstroke. I no longer feel like my creativity is bigger than my capabilities. I no longer feel like I’m painting in isolation without direction, feedback or knowing whether I’m improving. Instead, I have the skills, knowledge, confidence and creative freedom to turn my OWN ideas into reality. I’m not just learning to recreate beautiful face paint designs anymore. I’m learning to CREATE them. And that is a whole different level of excitement! If you’re someone sitting there with a head full of creative ideas, saving hundreds of Instagram designs, watching endless tutorials and wishing you could bridge that gap between inspiration and execution, I genuinely cannot recommend this course enough. The International Face Painting School Pro Certified Course has given me the foundations, the techniques, the direction, the confidence and the community to take my face painting journey somewhere I honestly wasn’t sure I could reach. I started this journey wondering if I could ever become the artist I imagined. I’m finishing it knowing that I have the tools to keep becoming that artist. To my coach, the IFPS team and every member of this incredible community — thank you for being part of my journey. I’ll carry everything I’ve learned well beyond the completion of this course. This isn’t the end of my learning journey. It’s the beginning of creating things I never thought I was capable of. 💜💚 #InternationalFacePaintingSchool #IFPS #IFPSProCertified #FacePaintingJourney #FacePaintingArtist #CreativeGrowth #FacePaintingCommunity #FromImaginationToCreation #NeverStopLearning

What started off as a small hobby soon turned into a full-fledged passion - and hopefully, one day, a thriving business! I am now officially a graduate of the International Face Painting School! Under the incredible guidance of my coach, Maria Rusu, I went from basic practicing to mastering advanced techniques, flawless line work, and professional results. Maria's precise feedback and encouragement gave me the skills and the confidence to truly elevate my art. Thank you Maria and the entire school! Enrolling in the PRO Certified Course completely transformed my journey. The structured curriculum pushes you to grow, and finishing this certification is a milestone I am incredibly proud of. If you’re ready to take your face painting to a professional level, this is the place to be! 🖌️❤️

LOVED this course! My confidence and knowledge painting skulls has risen higher than I ever imagined! So much fun! Thank you so much!

I’m Maxine, the face painter behind Max Sparkle, based in London. Before joining the International Face Painting School, I was already working professionally as a face painter, but I wanted to continue developing my skills and creativity. I wanted to improve my technique, expand the range of designs I could offer and become more confident in creating and adapting my own designs. IFPS has really helped me grow as an artist. It’s introduced me to new techniques, different styles and new ways of approaching designs, which has helped build my confidence and keep my work fresh. It’s also had a positive impact on my business because I feel more confident in the standard and variety of work I can offer my clients. I would definitely recommend IFPS to other face painters. One of the things I particularly valued was having my own coach, Ivona. Being able to receive personal feedback and guidance on my work was incredibly helpful, and having someone point out where I was progressing as well as where I could improve really encouraged me to push myself further. There is so much content and inspiration within the school that you can keep coming back to it as you develop. I’m really pleased with how far I’ve come, and IFPS has definitely been an important part of that journey. ✨

Hello, I’m Melanie I’ve been practicing Face Painting as a hobby for a while now after my little girl had her face painted by chance in a toy store, I thought what a lovely hobby it would be & starting researching more about it I attended a day course & really enjoyed it, then found tutorials online & completed those, they’ve all been great but I really wanted to learn more, as I felt I was still missing some knowledge I joined in with a Halloween challenge I saw online from the Face Painting School & saw the professional course offered, It was exactly what I was looking for as I would hopefully like to turn my hobby into my own little business one day It’s been an amazing course, I’ve been pushed beyond what I thought I could ever paint, it’s been a real pleasure to be part of the school, I’ve really enjoyed the community, everyone is so helpful, friendly & supportive Many thanks to my coach Maria Rusu for her support throughout the course, so very grateful for her help & advice ✨ I’d highly recommend the Face Painting School, I feel so much more confident with the skills I’ve learned throughout this course ✨

A Wonderful Experience with IFPS School! Having already explored and learned quite a few techniques on my own, what I particularly appreciated about this course was the structure it provides. The pace of the exercises and assignments encourages us to practice regularly, pick up our brushes, and most importantly, make time for our art — something we don’t always naturally do in our busy everyday lives! A huge thank you also to Maud for her guidance and support! What a pleasure it was to have a French-speaking coach who is patient, encouraging, and full of positive energy! Beyond the techniques themselves, this course is a wonderful opportunity to challenge yourself, develop greater consistency, and continue growing and improving your face painting skills. * Translated from French

Une belle expérience avec IFPS School ! Ayant déjà exploré et appris pas mal de techniques en autodidacte, ce que j'ai particulièrement apprécié dans cette formation, c'est le cadre qu'elle apporte. Le rythme des exercices et des réalisations nous pousse à pratiquer régulièrement, à sortir nos pinceaux et surtout à prendre du temps pour notre art, ce qu'on ne fait pas toujours spontanément dans un quotidien bien rempli ! Un grand merci également à Maud pour son accompagnement ! Quel plaisir d'avoir une coach francophone, patiente, encourageante et pleine d'énergie positive ! Au-delà des techniques, cette formation est une belle occasion de se challenger, de gagner en régularité et de continuer à faire évoluer sa pratique du face painting.

Soy Monica y empecé en el mundo del face painting en 2010. Mi camino no siempre fue lineal. Siendo madre de cuatro hijos, hubo momentos en los que pude dedicarme mucho más a esta pasión y otros en los que tuve que dejarla un poco de lado. Desde que Olga comenzó con IFPS quise hacer este curso, y muchos años después finalmente tuve la oportunidad de hacerlo. Una de las cosas que más valoro de esta experiencia es haber comprobado que, aun después de muchos años pintando, siempre hay muchísimo por aprender. Volver a los fundamentos y tener que practicar nuevamente desde cero fue sumamente enriquecedor para mí. Repasar las pinceladas, las consistencias y trabajar sobre pequeños detalles —incluso el ángulo con el que utilizo el pincel— me hizo revisar hábitos que tenía incorporados y mejorar mi técnica de una manera mucho más consciente. Es un curso muy completo, explicado en detalle y construido de manera que cada módulo se apoya en lo aprendido anteriormente. A mí me ayudó especialmente a trabajar con más foco, constancia y disciplina. Y una parte fundamental de todo este proceso fue mi coach, Maria Rusu. Su acompañamiento fue increíble. Cada comentario y cada corrección me ayudaron a crecer. Este año, después de haber comenzado el curso, atravesé momentos muy difíciles en mi vida personal, y Maria supo acompañarme y entender mis tiempos sin dejar de impulsarme a mejorar siempre un poquito más. El proceso del examen final fue desafiante y hermoso a la vez. Repetir el diseño una y otra vez, recibir correcciones, volver a trabajar sobre él y ver cómo iba mejorando hizo que alcanzar finalmente la meta tuviera todavía más valor para mí. No quería simplemente terminar el curso; quería sentir que había crecido durante el proceso. Hacer este curso fue una de las mejores decisiones que tomé, no solamente por lo completo que es, sino porque el aprendizaje no sucede en soledad. Hay una comunidad, espacios para compartir con otros estudiantes y coaches, encuentros en vivo donde podemos pintar juntos, resolver dudas, aprender unos de otros y también pasar momentos muy divertidos. Y terminar el curso está muy lejos de significar el final de mi camino en IFPS. Cada vez siento más que encontré una comunidad que se parece a una familia: personas unidas por la misma pasión, que se acompañan, se alientan y se alegran genuinamente por los logros de los demás. Por eso voy a seguir formando parte del Artist Studio, aprendiendo y creciendo junto a esta hermosa comunidad. Y, una vez más, gracias especialmente a mi maravillosa coach, Maria Rusu. ❤️ My name is Monica, and I started my journey in the world of face painting back in 2010. My path hasn’t always been a straight one. As a mother of four, there have been times when I was able to dedicate much more time to this passion, and others when I had to put it aside for a while. Ever since Olga started IFPS, I had wanted to take this course, and many years later, I finally had the opportunity to do it. One of the things I value most about this experience is realizing that, even after many years of painting, there is always so much more to learn. Going back to the fundamentals and practising everything again from the beginning was incredibly valuable for me. Revisiting brushstrokes and paint consistency, and working on small details — even something as specific as the angle at which I hold my brush — made me look again at habits I had developed over the years and improve my technique in a much more conscious way. It is a very comprehensive course, everything is explained in detail, and each module builds on what you have learned before. For me, it especially helped me work with more focus, consistency and discipline. And a fundamental part of this whole process was my coach, Maria Rusu. Her support and guidance have been incredible. Every comment and every correction helped me grow. This year, after starting the course, I went through some very difficult moments in my personal life, and Maria knew how to support me and respect my pace while still continuing to push me to improve a little more each time. The final exam process was both challenging and beautiful. Repeating the design again and again, receiving corrections, going back to work on it and seeing how it gradually improved made finally reaching this goal even more meaningful to me. I didn’t simply want to finish the course; I wanted to feel that I had grown throughout the process. Taking this course was one of the best decisions I’ve made, not only because of how comprehensive it is, but also because you don’t learn alone. There is a whole community, spaces to connect with other students and coaches, and live sessions where we can paint together, ask questions, learn from one another and also have a lot of fun. Finishing the course is far from being the end of my journey with IFPS. More and more, I feel that I have found a community that feels like a family: people brought together by the same passion, who support and encourage one another and genuinely celebrate each other’s achievements. That’s why I’ll continue to be part of the Artist Studio, learning and growing alongside this wonderful community. And once again, a very special thank you to my amazing coach, Maria Rusu. ❤️

I’m Monica, and I started my journey in the world of face painting back in 2010. My path hasn’t always been a straight one. As a mother of four, there have been times when I was able to dedicate much more time to this passion, and others when I had to put it aside for a while. Ever since Olga started IFPS, I had wanted to take this course, and many years later, I finally had the opportunity to do it. One of the things I value most about this experience is realizing that, even after many years of painting, there is always so much more to learn. Going back to the fundamentals and practising everything again from the beginning was incredibly valuable for me. Revisiting brushstrokes and paint consistency, and working on small details — even something as specific as the angle at which I hold my brush — made me look again at habits I had developed over the years and improve my technique in a much more conscious way. It is a very comprehensive course, everything is explained in detail, and each module builds on what you have learned before. For me, it especially helped me work with more focus, consistency and discipline. And a fundamental part of this whole process was my coach, Maria Rusu. Her support and guidance have been incredible. Every comment and every correction helped me grow. This year, after starting the course, I went through some very difficult moments in my personal life, and Maria knew how to support me and respect my pace while still continuing to push me to improve a little more each time. The final exam process was both challenging and beautiful. Repeating the design again and again, receiving corrections, going back to work on it and seeing how it gradually improved made finally reaching this goal even more meaningful to me. I didn’t simply want to finish the course; I wanted to feel that I had grown throughout the process. Taking this course was one of the best decisions I’ve made, not only because of how comprehensive it is, but also because you don’t learn alone. There is a whole community, spaces to connect with other students and coaches, and live sessions where we can paint together, ask questions, learn from one another and also have a lot of fun. Finishing the course is far from being the end of my journey with IFPS. More and more, I feel that I have found a community that feels like a family: people brought together by the same passion, who support and encourage one another and genuinely celebrate each other’s achievements. That’s why I’ll continue to be part of the Artist Studio, learning and growing alongside this wonderful community. And once again, a very special thank you to my amazing coach, Maria Rusu. ❤️

Hello, my name is Michelle Perkins and I started face painting in 2012. Since covid, I struggled to return back to work due to my confidence, especially after developing Tourette’s syndrome. I decided to buy this course in particular as the course itself is very thorough and almost offered a complete refresher course for me. I was very pleased to have been allocated Maud as my tutor, she is absolutely fantastic at teaching and painting! Having the certification mattered to me, and it now allows my future clients to trust that I am a certified professional in this industry. It also gives me something I can be extremely proud of, as someone who has ADHD, Autism and Tourette’s, I hope this bring inspiration to anyone who also doubts themselves… it can be done if you believe in yourself enough! If you are new painter, have lost your confidence or need to see how hard you can push yourself this course is for you.

My IFPS Journey ❤️ My name is Nicky and I am the artist behind De SchminkBakker in the Netherlands. Creativity and drawing have been a passion of mine since childhood, but my journey into the world of face painting began in December 2025. What started with curiosity quickly grew into a true passion and the ambition to make face painting my profession. By the time I joined the International Face Painting School, I was no longer a complete beginner. In January, I had started a year-long face painting course with a local artist, where I had already built a solid foundation and developed a good understanding of the basics. And I practiced a lot. I took almost every opportunity to paint myself or my kids. I also took part in the IFPS Online Summit during the summer, which gave me the opportunity to learn even more and gain new inspiration. I had already invested a lot of time and energy into developing my skills and I felt that I was making good progress. At the same time, I am someone who is constantly looking for ways to improve. I wanted to deepen my knowledge, refine my techniques and continue challenging myself as an artist. Joining IFPS and completing the Pro Course has taken my development to the next level. It did not simply teach me the basics, it added new knowledge and insights to the foundation I had already built. It encouraged me to look at familiar techniques and designs from different perspectives, to think more critically about my work and to keep refining the details. The course gave me new tools to work with and helped me grow both technically and creatively. I am incredibly grateful to my coach Ivona for guiding me through the Pro Course and to all the other IFPS coaches who share their knowledge, experience and passion so generously. Learning from professional artists and seeing how they approach their work has been incredibly inspiring. Receiving my Pro Graduate badge makes me very proud. I will proudly display it on my social media and incorporate it into my professional attire, because for me it represents much more than completing a course. It represents the time I have invested in practising, learning, experimenting, making mistakes, trying again and continuing to grow. And my journey is definitely not over yet, in fact, I feel like it has only just begun! My goal is to become a true professional face and body painter, develop my own recognisable style and create designs that are truly mine. I have already registered for several face painting competitions, I am exploring the world of body painting, and I continue to invest in my education and skills. IFPS has become an important part of that journey. It is not only a place to learn techniques, but also a community filled with inspiration, knowledge and artists who encourage me to keep developing. The education I have received through IFPS has added another valuable layer to everything I had already learned and helped me see my work from new perspectives. To anyone considering joining IFPS, I would say: if you are passionate about face painting and genuinely want to grow, learn and push your skills to the next level…go for it! Whether you are just starting out or already have experience, there is always something new to discover. Be open to feedback, practise what you learn and enjoy the process. Oh… and as I’ve often heard someone at IFPS say: Trust the process! 😅 You may be surprised by how much further you can develop. I am incredibly proud of how far I have come since December 2025, but even more excited about everything I still have to learn. Thank you, Ivona, all the IFPS coaches and the entire IFPS community, for being part of my creative journey. I hope to keep learning from you for many years to come. ❤️ This is not the end of my IFPS journey. It is another milestone at the beginning of something much bigger.

IFPS gave me an opportunity to drill my foundational skills and connect with artists all over the world. It was a lot of hard work, but the growth over the span of the course is undeniable. Power Hour sessions were especially helpful to dig into specific designs and concepts.

My Face Painting Journey 🎨 My face painting journey started simply as a hobby. I began painting for fun, and little by little, I became completely fascinated by face painting. What started as something I enjoyed in my free time slowly grew into something much bigger, and I realized that I couldn’t imagine my life without it. At first, I learned mostly on my own through tutorials on TikTok, Instagram, and other social media platforms. For a while, I felt that I was already at a pretty good level. I never considered myself a professional, but I was proud of my work and thought I had a good understanding of what I was doing. Eventually, I realized that it was becoming difficult to progress on my own. Face painting is much more technical than it looks. There are so many important details — paint consistency, loading the brush correctly, water control, pressure, line work, techniques, and much more — that I simply didn’t understand before. That’s when I decided to take the IFPS Professional Course, and I honestly don’t regret that decision for even a second. Looking at my before and after work now, after just a few months, I can see such a huge difference. I understand my paints and techniques so much better, and I can now recognize mistakes that I didn’t even realize I was making before. Seeing how much I’ve improved in such a short time makes me incredibly proud. This course taught me not only new techniques, but also how to understand what I am doing and why. It completely changed the way I look at my work and gave me a much stronger foundation to continue growing. A very special thank you to my coach, Maud. ❤️ Thank you for your patience, support, encouragement, and for always being honest with me and pushing me to improve. Thank you for encouraging me to redo things when they weren’t right, helping me see my mistakes, and never letting me simply settle for “good enough.” Your guidance made a huge difference in my journey, and I am truly grateful for it. I’m so happy that I took this step and incredibly proud to officially become a graduate of the International Face Painting School. 🎓❤️ This is only the beginning, and I’m so excited to see where this journey takes me next! ✨

I am Kami from Arts and Crafts Malta, where we create colourful, engaging arts-and-crafts experiences for children and families. Face painting is an important part of the creative services we offer. Before enrolling in the International Face Painting School, I had enthusiasm and practical experience, but I wanted to build stronger technical skills and create more polished, consistent designs. I was looking for professional guidance on technique, colour use, design, and how to improve the overall quality of my work. IFPS has given me valuable knowledge, confidence, and motivation to keep developing. The course has helped me refine my designs, work more professionally, and feel more confident offering face painting through Arts and Crafts Malta. I would warmly recommend IFPS to other artists and creative professionals. The course is well structured, supportive, and gives you practical tools, inspiration, and confidence to grow your skills and business.

I am absolutely delighted to have passed my final exam and officially graduated from the International Face Painting School! I own Messy Moose Malta, where we offer sensory play sessions and children’s event planning services. I have always loved creating and expressing my creativity through paint and other materials. However, through this course, I have gained many valuable skills and developed my creativity even further. I am incredibly happy with the skills I gained during the Pro Course and deeply grateful for the detailed, constructive feedback and constant support I received throughout my training. I am especially excited to use these new skills to offer professional face painting to the wonderful children who attend our sessions, adding even more creativity, fun, and magic to their experiences. I would especially like to express my heartfelt gratitude to my coach, Ms. Maud Chabod. Her patience, guidance, encouragement, and invaluable feedback supported me throughout my journey. Without her support, I would not have achieved this goal, and I am truly grateful for the important role she played in helping me reach this milestone. It took me a little longer than expected to complete the course because of other commitments in my life, but I was always encouraged and motivated to keep going and stay focused on my goal. I encourage anyone who would like to further develop their skills to take the opportunity to do so. The sky is the limit!

The first time I did a face painting was at my daughter’s birthday party when she was around 5 or 7 years old (she’s 19 now). We needed an activity for the children, so I bought a basic kit. Everyone loved it, and I painted at a few other birthday parties before putting everything aside for more than ten years. Years later, I discovered split cakes and we could buy them in Switzerland. I attended a two-day training course. It reignited my interest for a while, but instead of practicing, I mostly collected supplies, screenshots of inspiring designs, and watched countless videos. I even attended another training, where I met some students who later became IFPS Summit presenters (Fanny and Cecile). Despite all my enthusiasm, my actual practice remained limited, and every gig became a source of stress. Between a demanding full-time job, long hours, and a tendency to compare myself to talented artists online, finding consistency was difficult. Still, I attended the IFPS Summit every year, and it always gave me a boost of motivation. Last year, I decided it was time to either commit seriously or sell all my supplies. I enrolled in the certification program, requested an extension, and started in March. Balancing the coursework with a full-time job was challenging, and many designs were completed late at night, but for the first time, I was determined not to give up. Thanks to IFPS, I now have a solid foundation and can clearly see what I need to improve (especially teardrops and swirls!). While I still don't practice as much as I would like, I know that progress comes through practice, and the journeys of many people in this community inspire me to keep going. For now, face painting is a creative outlet that balances my non-creative office job. In the future, especially when I retire and have more free time, I would love to turn it into a small side business simply because I enjoy it. My current goal is to stay motivated, develop my own ideas, and create more personal designs. I know I still have a long way to go, but I am confident that I can continue improving. Finally, I would like to sincerely thank IFPS for granting me extra time to complete my certification, and especially my coach, Maud, for her patience, kindness, detailed feedback, and constant encouragement. The foundations are now in place. All that's left is to keep practicing, build my confidence, and enjoy the journey … because one of the most rewarding moments in face painting is handing a mirror to a child and watching them discover their design. The happiness and wonder in their eyes are absolutely priceless...

I started my journey with Facepainting in 2012. Since then I have been trying to improve my techniques, copy and redoing designs I believed were amazing. I never thought that I would achieve this level of skill and professionalism. The truth is, thanks to this course and the guidance of my coach, I still can’t believe I achieved this level (even though I’m still far from what I want to achieve). I am so truly happy and proud of everything I’ve accomplished and I’m so looking forward to keep working hard. Thank you Ivona, thank you IFPS 🙏

Although I didn’t start as a complete novice, at nearly two years into the craft I hadn’t reached a level that I was proud of yet. So, despite being a mom of two youngsters with two businesses to run I joined IFPS’s professional course. It was a pleasure to work through the materials. My teacher, Maud, was top notch and despite some health challenges I was able to complete the course and can truly see the transformation not only in the quality of my paintings but the speed as well. I overheard a client yesterday describe my paintings as a bargain and worth a $25 price tag, so I may have to consider repricing! Either way, I am proud of what I can offer my clients for the first time in my career and I’m excited to continue the growth with the help of the Artists Studio. Anyone who feels frustrated with their work or thinks they’ve been progressing too slowly should invest in the IFPS course. This is a quick level up for your career and self confidence. Your clients will thank you!

I loved my classes! I improved all my designs and skills

Who are you / what are you working on?
I am an architect who has always loved drawing and working creatively. I started face painting seven years ago because my daughter loved having her face painted. What started as something I did for her quickly grew into a passion and a creative journey of my own. What was it like before enrolling in the International Face Painting School?
I started with a small face-painting kit so I could paint my daughter. Later, I began participating in events with a friend, sharing paints, brushes, and other supplies. I was completely self-taught, learning mostly from YouTube and other online resources. Over time, however, I felt that I had reached a point where I was no longer progressing. I knew I needed a stronger push, more structured learning, and guidance from experienced artists. What impact has IFPS had on your life and business?
My dream is to take my face-painting career international, and I believe IFPS is an essential step towards achieving that goal. It has given me the opportunity to grow, challenge myself, and become part of a community of talented artists from around the world. My goal is to continue developing my skills and become one of the best face painters internationally. How would you recommend IFPS to your peers?
I would highly recommend IFPS to anyone who wants to take their face painting to the next level. If you feel that you have stopped progressing on your own, IFPS gives you the inspiration, knowledge, and motivation to keep growing. I am thankfull to my teacher Ivona who pushed me to paint more challenging design and paint on myself which I almost did not do before. It was a great challenge and I succesfully made it!

I had big expectations when I enrolled in the Face Painting School, because I had already been face painting for 8 years when I decided to take this step. Being a student here had been a dream of mine since 2018, when I met Ivona. I was amazed by her professionalism — she was the first Romanian artist to graduate from the school — and that was the moment I realized that face painting is not only about practice, but also about theory, technique, and so much more. This year, I decided to give myself this course as a birthday present, and I’m really happy I did. ❤️ Simona Rad was my instructor. Even though we are friends, she was very objective when giving me feedback on my overall practice and designs. You know, she is a perfectionist — and I absolutely love that about her! She was patient, attentive, and incredibly supportive throughout the whole journey. Even with my experience, it was challenging to go back to the basics, practice like a beginner, take everything step by step, repaint specific designs, and understand when to start and, just as importantly, when to stop. Simona was a great mentor, as always, and she helped me so much. Thank you, darling! ❤️ The school doesn’t only teach you how to become a better artist. It also teaches you how to become an entrepreneur and how to turn your passion into a business. What I really appreciate is the very well-organized structure of the modules. You can take everything step by step, without feeling overwhelmed. I feel like you have everything you need here to learn, practice, and grow like a pro — and that saves you a lot of time and money! Thank you, IFPS, and thank you, Simona, for being absolutely amazing. ✨

​I work full-time as a teacher and run my own business, Cheeky Colours Ansiktsmålning. My face painting journey began two years ago when my child got their face painted and I suddenly found a new passion. It quickly became something I spent a lot of my free time practicing and researching. ​I came across the International Face Painting School early on, but hesitated to enroll since I wasn't sure if face painting was just a passing hobby or something more serious. Instead, I started my company and kept practicing on my own, taking a few short online courses for specific skills like linework and one-stroke. Once I realized I wanted to grow the business, and saw that the course price was going to increase, I decided it was time to take the leap. ​Before starting, I thought my skills were already decent, but the course showed me how much I actually lacked and gave me the tools to make my work professional. During the last months, my bookings have increased significantly. I think this is largely because I've shared my progress and showed what I've been working on during the course and the course's reputation, alongside my continuous strive for professionalism. ​As autumn approaches, I plan to expand my business and keep developing my skills. The course has definitely paid off for me and given me the confidence I needed in my professionalism. However, with the current price having doubled, it can be harder to justify the investment—especially in a market like Sweden, where face painting isn't as big as in places like the US. But for those who are genuinely determined to elevate their work and build a serious business, it remains a very thorough and valuable program.

I am enjoing my Pro Cirtification course, the tutorials are informative and there are a lot of videos. There are also live one on ones with a coach. The feedback is also helpful to build my techniques. I am happy I made this secition.

I am a grandma of five and needed income while babysitting grandkids all week. I thought face painting is art and I love art and it can bring me some income. I could be my own boss and make my own schedule to suite me. I had no prior experience except painting mustaches on my grandchildren to amuse myself mostly. When I start my face painting business, I want to face paint with confidence and be happy with my results, so I searched for schools and IFPS was the best choice. It turned out to be true. I chose to have a coach assigned to me and it was well worth it. She guided me and encouraged me and praised me. Thank goodness for deadlines or I would not have pushed myself to where I'm at now. I still have a lot of practicing to do, but I know I had a great start thanks to IFPS and to my Coach Maud. 😁

Salut, Je suis Michèle, un être humain qui ne manque pas de gentillesse et d’amour, une entrepreneuse artiste et maman depuis quelques années. Je cherche toujours à me dépasser, m’améliorer et faire les choses d’une manière différente autant que possible. C’est pour cette raison que le cours professionnel à attirer mon regard. J’étais un peu sceptique au début qu’un cours en ligne allait me permettre de devenir meilleure. Mais qui n’essait pas, ne sait pas!! Au fil des semaines, j’ai agréablement été surprise par la qualité de l’enseignement donné par ma professeure, Maud Chabot. Aucun détail ne lui échappe! Tout l’ensemble des modules est méticuleusement bien vulgarisé. J’ai dû recommencé plusieurs fois des designs et techniques que je croyais maitrisé au départ. Je me suis même découragé à quelques reprise….. mais j’ai pas baissé les bras et j’ai obtenu un résultat 100 fois mieux!!!! Je trouve que c’était un bel investissement sur ma carrière, ça s’est certain!!! Merci Maud et merci IFPS ❤️ Hi, I’m Michèle, a person who’s full of kindness and love—an artist, entrepreneur, and mom for the past few years. I’m always looking to push myself, improve, and do things differently whenever possible. That’s why this professional course caught my eye. At first, I was a little skeptical that an online course would help me improve. But if you don’t try, you’ll never know!! As the weeks went by, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the instruction provided by my teacher, Maud Chabot. No detail escapes her! All the modules are meticulously and clearly explained. I had to redo several designs and techniques that I thought I’d mastered at first. I even got discouraged a few times… but I didn’t give up, and I ended up with a result that was 100 times better!!!! I think it was a great investment in my career—that’s for sure!!! Thank you, Maud—you’re an inspiring artist—and thank you, IFPS ❤️

I'm a mother of two who decided to completely change careers after experiencing burnout a few years ago. At 39, I went back to school to pursue a position with greater responsibility. After successfully completing my studies, here I am at 42, with the ambition of starting my own face painting business. I first started face painting on my own children, simply for fun during celebrations like Carnival and Halloween. Two years ago, I became the face painter for a local association that organizes activities for children. One day, during an event, I had a real "aha" moment when I saw the children's faces light up as they looked at themselves in the mirror. I thought, how amazing would it be to do this as my job? And then I thought... why not? I started researching the available training programs and the face painters in my area. And you know what? The very best ones (in my opinion) were all IFPS graduates! The difference between them and the others was incredible. I didn't hesitate for a second. I wanted to learn how to paint properly, with solid foundations, so I enrolled right away. To continue growing, I also joined the IFPS Community, which has been incredibly valuable as well! I can see an enormous difference between my designs before and after IFPS. In a very short time, I was able to paint the designs I had always imagined in my head. Before, I had the ideas, but I simply couldn't bring them to life on a face. The course gave me essential theoretical foundations alongside practical skills, and that combination is so important. Whenever I had a question, a doubt, or needed advice, I reached out to Maud (the wonderful French coach), and she always replied quickly with thoughtful, high-quality guidance. Her advice has been invaluable, and her support has meant so much. Thank you, Maud! Kindness is everywhere within the IFPS community. Everyone who offers advice or comments on posts does so without judgment, and that creates such a welcoming and encouraging environment. I can recommend IFPS 100% without hesitation. Thank you so much!

My name is Griselda Laureano and I’m an artist based in my home town Chicago. I am 48 years old and have been creating art since I was in middle school. I was introduced to facepainting when my eldest daughter was in kindergarten and her school was looking for someone to facepaint at a family event. I figured if I could paint portraits surely I could paint snakes and unicorns on small faces. This is when my journey into facepainting began. This was 17 years ago. For the first 10 years or so I would occasionally volunteer at church and family events. It wasn’t until about 6 years ago that I deliberately started seeking out gig opportunities and started getting paid on a more professional level. But there was a certain struggle that I had. I didn't quite see myself as a legit face painter but rather as a studio artist who dabbled with facepainting. I network with some very talented face painters in my city who work wonders with split cakes and glitter. I saw that it was a skill I was lacking and needed to learn in order to feel more confident calling myself a face painter. This is why I joined the International Facepainting School. My coach was Ivona and I was coached well by my instructor. Dedicating time to my lessons wasn’t easy. I have a full time job, a husband, and 6 kids. Not to mention I’m very active as a scenic painter and prop maker for the theatre program at the School In which I work. I fought to finish my course till the end. The instructors at IFPS hold you up to a high professional standard. You dont get a free pass on your assignments . I struggled to meet the quality of work that my instructor Ivona truly believed I was capable of. I let doubt create an artist block that almost drove me to abandon the program. But I was met with encouragement and patience from my coach and I’m so thankful for that. I find that the program has instilled more confidence in me. I no longer compare myself to other painters because I found that I too am capable of executing impressive designs. The joy I get watching little faces light up when they glance at their reflection is so rewarding. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Surely this kind of business and practice deserves our earnest effort to improve our skills and speed, in order to deliver that joy as much as possible. IFPS is a sure vehicle to help you get to that level of skill and confidence. I highly recommend it.

Transformation alert! 🎨 I can’t recommend the International Face Painting School enough. Thanks to their incredible step-by-step training, my linework is sharper, my designs are more vibrant, and I feel like a true artist for the first time. If you’re on the fence about joining—do it!

My name is Lynn Graze. I am a semi retired Oncology Nurse. I own a Moonbounce Company with my kids. I felt face painting went well with the moonbounces. I joined the pro class a year ago. Due to many reasons I was not able to complete it. However with my coach Laura H., she encouraged me to reenroll. She kept me focused, and helped me set reasonable goals. Her feedback through the course was very extremely helpful. She would comment on the good and bad and guide me through how to put it all together. She pushed me to get the designs to meet the requirements. Some of the designs I had to submit multiple times until it was at its best. I cannot thank Laura enough because I feel like I know and own the content. I am proud of myself for this achievement and will use it in my marketing. I Feel this certification puts me at a different level than most face painters. I feel the class covers everything there is to know about face painting. From technique to the business. I find I often go back to the lessons to see what I missed and for practical tips. I feel earning this certification gives me the self confidence I need in my new profession. I would highly recommend this class as opposed to any other online learning because what you see is how it house when on the job. For example watching other online classes or tutorials you really cannot judge if they let the paint dry before adding paint on top. In the pro class they teach you how to manage until the paint drys even if time is a factor. There is not any other class like this. They also cover the most common mistakes down to how your wrist moves with different strokes. I commend Olga on the growth of the school and her passion for always looking for the best way of running the school. I will remain part of the IFPS school and always keep learning and improving. Thanks Laura H and Olga.

I’m Sarah and have been painting for 3 years now - I have thoroughly enjoyed the community and support that the IFPS school has provided, not to mention all the inspiration, tips, tricks and techniques I’ve learned along the way. My painting has improved exponentially since I joined and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to further their skill! A huge thank you to all the mentors especially Maude for all their hard work and kindness x

Hi everyone, my name is Maria. I'm Italian but I've lived in Switzerland for 15 years where I work in a company. Being a creative and curious person it is with this spirit that I decided to throw myself into this adventure and now.....I have just completed my journey with the International Face Painting School, and looking back, I can honestly say it has been one of the most meaningful and rewarding learning experiences I have ever had. I started with virtually no experience, just a lot of curiosity and passion for face painting. Over these months, I learned far more than I ever expected: techniques, precision, creativity, professional skills, and most importantly, confidence in my own abilities. The course was originally designed to be completed in six months, but due to personal circumstances, I was unable to finish it within that timeframe. The school kindly gave me the opportunity to extend my studies for another six months, showing great understanding and genuine care for its students. This allowed me to complete the program without pressure and achieve my goals at my own pace. A very special thank you goes to my instructor, Maud Chabod❤️. She was simply amazing: always supportive, patient, encouraging, and available whenever I needed guidance. She helped me through every stage of the course, supporting me in overcoming challenges and continually improving my skills. Her advice, enthusiasm, and professionalism truly made a difference. Today I finish this journey with a great sense of accomplishment and a wealth of knowledge that I will carry with me into the future. I highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to learn face painting in a professional, welcoming, and supportive environment. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to Maud❤️and the entire team for believing in me and making this journey so special. ❤️ I' m very happy and grateful❤️🥰🥳😘

I've just started but pro certification Face Painting course. So far the classes have been amazing learning so many different techniques to improve my skills. I would definitely tell people if you loved to face paint you need to join the school you won't regret it. There is so many awesome teachers here, friendly staff, very helpful and encouraging !

My Journey My name is Paula. I started face painting in April 2025. I have a background of over 28 years in marketing and have always enjoyed crafting, but I had zero experience in drawing. After taking a few online and offline courses, workshops, and masterclasses, I joined IFPS to push my technical skills to the next stage. The Impact Butterflies used to be my nightmare request, so I faced that fear and submitted one as my first assignment. The course helped me overcome my hesitation. Ivona’s personalized feedback gave me the specific guidelines I needed to improve my work. My Recommendation I recommend IFPS if you want to focus on technical precision, step out of your comfort zone, and grow. The structured lessons and direct feedback give you the tools to sharpen your skills and paint with confidence.

Such an incredible journey since the very first time I discovered the IFPS online ! In 2024 I started wondering about entrepreneurship and facepaint, I read lots of reviews about this school and I decided to keep its name preciously in my head… May 2025, after few gigs for which I was asked to facepaint (with no real experience in facepainting… but lots of motivation and joy!), I decided to join the 2025 IFPS Summit. This was my very first step into the school. It was only a few days practising with amazing instructors, but I noticed how it increased my lines, my color use and my skills. Since that, I knew I would enroll one day in the IFPS Pro Course. October 2025, I finally did ! And I am so proud to now shout for joy that I am certified by the IFPS as a professionnel facepainter !!! Even if I was very confident about the quality I would find in the course (the Summit was so great, so I knew the Pro Course would be great too), I remember being so surprised and grateful when I discovered the content of the Pro Course. I did not imagine a facepainting course could be so deep. So precise. So complete. I really lost my words. Several times. And all those months of studying, practising, receving feedbacks, celebrating the community for theirs paints, was full joy, achievement and wonderment. I also enjoyed so much working with my coach, Maud Chabod. Her kindness, demands, advice, and support were game changers in this adventure. So, I highly recommend the IFPS Pro Course, the events, the Artist Studio also, to discover and to dive into the faboulous world of facepainting. By studying through the IFPS Pro Course, my practise radically changed… and my self confidence in painting too. I am now very impatient to continue practising, learning, in this unlimited creative field of facepainting. Thank you so much again for supporting me reveal the facepainter I am !

"Hello ,I’m Anne KURASIAK, I’m French. I loved the training! I find it very comprehensive. Every step is well explained, the exercises are adapted to each stage, the difficulty level increases progressively, communication with the instructors is easy, and the Circle platform is great! It was a real challenge for me because I work full-time, and it is completely possible to do the training despite having a full-time job. This is only the beginning; I can’t wait to get started :-) I feel really confident about the rest of the adventure! And to anyone hesitating about taking this training: go for it!!!!"

My name is Michal. I started face painting about a year ago. I took a local course a year ago when I started face painting so I already had knowledge, but I felt I needed more guidance. I did learn some things I didn’t know, but I’m sorry to write to you that I was disappointed with the course. I think that what you are teaching is great, but the way you are teaching it isn’t. The quality of the videos disappointed me. I didn’t like the fact that I had to read so much. I didn’t like the fact that I had to do all the mandatory design as is. I understand the concept, but maybe if you gave 3 choices for each design, ao that I would have more choice (for example: 2-3 designs of spider man that need to choose 1 of them. And so on). I would have also liked it if there was more emphasis on creating my own designs. This is something I still don’t know and would have loved to learn. I’m really sorry but I wouldn’t recommend this course because I don’t think it is in good quality (not the material. The way it is presented). I’ve taken a few online courses over the last few years, and courses that cost me a lot less, where in a much higher quality (the web site, the video quality and editing quality, the structure). Hope you’re not too disappointed from my feedback. Best of luck, Michal

My name is Jade Lehmann and i have just completed the Pro Course. Completing this course has been such a rewarding journey. When I started, I was simply looking for a creative hobby, but it quickly grew into a passion and eventually the launch of my own face painting business. The course content was fantastic, but the personalised feedback was what truly made the difference. Every piece of feedback helped me improve my designs, build confidence, and develop skills I never thought I would achieve. I always felt supported and encouraged to keep learning and I have Maria Rusu to thank for that, she has guided and mentored me throughout this whole journey. I am incredibly proud to now be a course graduate and grateful for the knowledge, guidance, and inspiration I received throughout the program. Thank you for helping me become a true facepainter 💖 I recommend this course to anyone who wishes to pursue facepainting, its great community of people from all different levels and so much fun ! ✨️

I enrolled in the IFPS during the 2025 Online Summit. I wasn't able to start the course until November due to a conflict with my full-time job. I truly appreciate the flexibility that allowed me to start the course when I was able. There is SO MUCH! information! Reading through the materials and watching the videos was very helpful but the practice and feedback I received from Laura was worth every penny! Laura was so positive!! I loved seeing my work improve as my practice continued. Sometimes I was forced to paint myself due to not having a model. It wasn't my first choice but it certainly was helpful. The practice templates were wonderful and watching the videos was helpful. Being able to go back and look at certain things more than once made a big difference. Before I started at IFPS I had been painting for over 20 years. I had thought about IFPS for at least ten of those! I wish I had signed up sooner. I am paying more attention to focal points and the ends of my teardrops and swirls now. The unicorn design I chose as my starting point has improved so much!! I'm very happy with how it looks now and was recently asked to paint it repeatedly at a public event proving that the kids liked it too! I am definitely recommending IFPS and the online summits to anyone who wants to learn and improve. You will definitely learn new techniques and improve with your guided practice. Thank you so much! Especially to Laura who was so patient and kind throughout. I had a couple of rough weeks during the course with personal issues and Laura was so supportive. I couldn't have asked for a better coach! Thank you!

Hello! My name is Amy and I am a professional facepainter in England. I am so excited to take my next steps after graduation and I think the 8th IFPS summit will be the perfect playground to feed my fire and give me the inspiration I need to keep pushing my skills and creativity forward! I first tried my hand at facepainting when my daughter attended a birthday party. I was so PROUD of that first painting, but now when I look back at the photo, I cringe! I have absolutely loved bringing the IFPS into my face painting journey and feel so fortunate to have found it early on in my face painting career. Before joining the community, it was hard to find direction and focus. I genuinely would feel so lost without the IFPS. The IFPS gave me the confidence to go professional over a year ago and I am so glad I did. I love the support I find from being a part of their community. Signing up to the professional course was 100% the right decision for me. I am still in awe at the immense improvement to my skill taking this course has given me. Ivona Velicu was such a kind, supportive coach and her guidance really pushed me to my limits. Painting that final exam was HARD but I would not have been able to push myself without her detailed criticism and kind support. Thank you Ivona and all at the IFPS, from the bottom of my heart.

The skills and understanding I have gained during the Pro course has been amazing! I was looking for a confidence boost before starting up my facepainting business and i have gained so much more. A huge thankyou to Olga and the IFPS team for creating such an inspiring platform 💖

Jamie Lynx Hooper - Soul Blossom Body Arts Certified - Professional Face Painting Course As a professional face painter and artist with nearly a decade in the industry, I recently chose to go through the full Professional Face Painting Course at the International Face Painting School again—years after first graduating. I’m so glad I did. When I first enrolled, I was looking to strengthen my skills and build a stronger technical foundation. Like many artists, I had passion and creativity, but I was still piecing together technique, brush control, design flow, and the “why” behind what makes face painting truly successful. Returning to the course years later was a completely different experience. With advanced perspective and real-world experience behind me, I was able to absorb layers of technique and artistic insight that I simply wasn’t ready to fully grasp the first time around. What stood out to me was how thoughtfully the curriculum is built—there is so much depth woven into the instruction. One of the most valuable parts of the experience was the support and guidance from my coach. Having someone knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in my growth made such a difference. Their thoughtful feedback and willingness to guide me through challenges created a learning environment that felt both supportive and empowering. The International Face Painting School has had a lasting impact on both my life and business. Beyond improving technical skill, it helped shape my confidence, professionalism, efficiency, and artistic voice. The education continues to influence the way I paint, teach, and serve clients through Soul Blossom Body Arts. I wholeheartedly recommend IFPS to both new and experienced painters alike. Whether you are just beginning or have years under your brush belt, there is something incredibly valuable to gain. It is not simply a course—it is an investment in artistic growth and professional excellence.

I started the Pro Course in February after being inspired by the amazing community and the open atmosphere during the Halloween Challenge. It immediately gave me so much motivation to join. What truly surprised me was how much I was able to grow, not only in my skills, but also on a personal level. This journey meant much more to me than I expected. The course is very well structured and easy to follow, even for non-native speakers. But the biggest highlight for me was the personal coaching. Laura Hewetson supported me in such a special way. Even though we only communicated by text, she always found the right words at exactly the right time to help me overcome my doubts and insecurities. Her feedback was precise, clear, and very helpful, which gave me more confidence in my work. I am deeply grateful to Olga and her team for creating and continuously improving this course and most of all, for building such a supportive and inspiring community where everyone feels welcome.

Hi! My name is Christine and I live in Berkeley California. I am a working artist and Face Painter. I have been working as a Face Painter on and off over the years and decided to seriously focus on it over the past 3 years. It was a challenge trying to learn and work at the same time. Many techniques I knew didn’t work on faces so I felt I wasn’t able to do my best. I enjoy the work and the fun of engaging with the children and others I come in contact with. On a whim I decided to join the IFPS Halloween Challenge.. I was so impressed by the artistry and genuine commitment and sense of community that Olga and the staff bring to the space and excited by the new ideas and practical methods that the course offered. I signed up for the professional program. It has been a roller coaster and a challenge! But I learned so much and I loved meeting all the talented artists from all over the world! It has definitely improved my work and increased my confidence. And I feel my business is beginning to benefit from my new skills. I want to give a shout out to the great coaches especially to my personal coach Laura Heweston for all of her support and suggestions. I recommend the school to everyone I come in contact with who I feel would benefit. I intend to continue with the Artists Studio and improve even more! as well as attending this year’s summit. You are never too old to learn and this has been a great learning experience!

Hey, I’m Indu from Mimosa’s Magic Brush. The IFPS course was exactly what I needed to elevate my skills and confidence in a relatively short period of time. I enjoyed learning about techniques to make impressive face paints, and am much more comfortable now rocking up to jobs knowing I’ll be painting beautiful designs. It’s amazing what difference good line work, proper techniques, colour knowledge and things like focal points make. My coach Maud was lovely and gave me very detailed feedback in a timely manner each time I made a submission. She helped me a lot with refining designs. I’m very excited to have graduated the course now.

I started as a complete beginner with about 6 months prior art experience. Now, having graduated the professional program, I think I have the technical knowledge to tackle any design, and even to create my own. I loved that there were several ways to learn the material, including sheets, videos, and live check-in sessions, so if I had difficulty learning one way or from one teacher, there was always another way to have the material explained. I think the class would be worth the price if they extended access to the class materials, for instance to 5 years, but the access stops several months after graduation. That is far too short for the large amount of information in the class and decreases the value of the class because the class materials are fantastic and could be referred to again and again by a budding professional.. I signed up over the Christmas / New Year’s holidays and was disappointed my clock began ticking even though the school was on break. After I signed up, I learned I only had 3 months to complete the class with teacher feedback. After that, I had 3 more months to complete the class but without feedback. Fortunately, I finished in 3 months exactly! It was a rigorous but doable pace as long as I studied attentively and spent at least 6 hours on homework each week. The half the class where I had to paint on an actual face, either myself or someone else, was an unexpected requirement. I discovered having wrinkled or very dry skin, or living in a hot climate, meant overcoming obstacles. The designs took me hours to apply and I needed a fan so the designs didn’t melt off my face before finishing. A good face moisturizer is a plus! And, as a complete beginner, I wish I had bought a very small cheap kit before the class because I didn’t know that before I could even start my first lesson, I needed to submit a design painted on a face. I’m looking forward to the school adding some masculine energy. Though several designs are for boys, most of the designs are very feminine and juvenile. Adult, masculine, and geometric designs are largely absent. Also, since the models are all light skinned, and I have dark skin, I had to explore for myself how to make the paints stand out on my skin tone. My teacher, Laura, was really nice, knowledgeable, helpful, frank, easy to understand, and super encouraging! All the teachers with whom I interacted were great! Overall, I’m very impressed with the quality of the school, and I hope to be a long time participant. I would be very proud to show I graduated from this school’s professional program..

Hello my name is Nely Aleman, I am working on improving my technique and design. Before jointing i would always wondered how to achieve more elaborate designs for my face painting business. Even after painting for more than 10yrs, I felt that I wasn’t at my fullest potential. I had been following Olga since she started posting and wondering “how can I be able to do this one day more professionally”. Now after taking the IFPS I understand more of placement and flow of the design I can potential make. I can now update my designs to look more professional and beautiful! I highly recommend IFPS for anyone whether you are a beginner or have been doing it for many years like me, there’s always room for improvement, and this was one of my most proudest accomplishments of taking this course. With the help of my couch Laura Hewetson I was able to push though my struggles I was having and appreciated all the encouragement I had received.

Dear Laura Hewetson, I am so happy that you approved my "Spooky Cat" exam and that I passed the ProCourse because of it I’ve been telling everyone who wants to hear about it and proudly showing my photos. I’m so glad I joint this International Face Painting School and followed this ProCourse. Thank you so much for being my coach Laura Hewetson. Your kind words, focused guidance, support, and encouragement have helped me improve my skills. My linework has improved a lot, I’m now able to paint one-stroke roses and elegant butterflies. My confidence in (re-)creating designs has grown over the months. This is exactly what I hoped to achieve when I started. Face painting has added a beautiful new dimension to my creative life. I have always loved working with different art forms – drawing, sewing, embroidery – and now I can combine those skills, especially for costumes and cosplay. It is wonderful to create an enchanting or elegant outfit and enhance it with a beautiful face design. What I like most about face painting is the flow of colors, swirls, the happy faces, and the possibilities to adapt designs to seasons, colors, and personalities. The course also challenged me in the right way. Creating symmetry and clean, flowing lines is still something I am working on, but I now feel that I have the tools and the direction to keep improving. I appreciated the balance between guidance and being pushed outside my comfort zone. I am so happy I decided to take this step. It has sparked my passion for painting and inspired me to keep growing, practicing, and sharing my creativity with others! Thank you again—thank you, thank you! Wishing you a wonderful day, All the best, Lieke Wenmaekers

This year's summit was just as fabulous as last year! I loved all of the classes and I feel that they all help me on my journey to becoming a skilled face painter. The designs and techniques were so much fun to practice. A big Thank you to all of the instructors for their time and efforts! Looking forward to next year!

I've been face painting for more than ten years, but I still love these online summits. With the help of these fine instructors, I will be able to freshen my menu and give my clients something new this season. The summit is incredibly convenient, because the classes are taken from the comfort of your home, and they provide a flexibility which can be fit into even the busiest schedule. Thank you to Olga and her team of top level instructors for once again providing an excellent artist training experience!

My dream came true😍, I got to the best face painting teachers🪄. Once upon a time I looked at photos and videos of these face painters on the Internet. And at the 6th 🎉summit, they taught me and told me all their drawing secrets. I'm happy😃! Thank you for the efforts of the 6th Summit team. Everything was amazing! All details are taken into account. High-quality video, quick answers to questions, under each lesson the names of paints and brushes are written. Each lesson has a document with tips and you can download ready-made photos of face painting😻. A beautiful and colorful certificate💫. Olga and the whole team, I wish you prosperity, inspiration, health and peace😘 Nina Floria, Ukraine

I loved the summit. I have learned so much, and the instructors were amazing. I look forward to the next one.

I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for the incredible facepainting Summit. Teacher's passion for the art was not only inspiring but also contagious. The techniques and tips they shared have greatly enriched my skills and opened up a new spectrum of creativity for me to explore. Their patience and attention to detail in teaching each stroke and color blend did not go unnoticed. I am truly grateful for the time and effort they put into making this summit not only educational but also immensely enjoyable. Thank you once again for a memorable learning experience. I am excited to put all that I’ve learned into practice and hopefully, inspire others as you have inspired me

6th Summit was incredibile. Fridas and Mylas classes were so fantastic! I mean all the classes were but those 3 were my favourite as got me a new ideas for updating my paintings that I already put to the test on gig and went great! Thank you for your knowladge and experiance that you shared with us.

I really loved the summit. So many new techniques and beautiful designs. I loved the theme- especially before the summer gigs.

This years summit was even better than last year's! I learned so much and was definitely able to use the skills that same weekend otj! Sharing your art is like sharing your soul and it is so appreciated! Thanks so much!

With the intention of doing my children's facepaint a little better for Carnival and Halloween, I attended my first class at the wonderful Svetlana Keller in April 2025. Facepainting fascinated me so much that the idea of doing facepainting professionally grew in my mind. Soon I was able to paint at some events, which made my wish more concrete. While looking for good tutorials, I came across the IFPS and was thrilled. During the 2025 Halloween Challenge, I decided to start the ProCourse in January 2026. And what can I say: It was the best thing I could do! The course is so well structured, contains a huge amount of knowledge and takes your skills to a much higher level – also thanks to the concept with personal support from a coach! Again a huge thank you to Laura at this point! It was, without denying, a strict time that demanded me a lot, but I definitely would do it again! And now? I like about the IFPS that it does not have to be finished with the certificate. I can further refine my skills in the Artist Studio and with the help of the great IFPS community! I am looking forward to it and am excited to see what else may come!

I am an aspiring face painter who intends to do face painting for pride events! Before enrolling in the International facepainting school, I didn't really know very much about it, only that I wanted to do it. IFPS has made me into a professional facepainter, educated me on how to use the materials, and safety/health concerns. IFPS is a robust, extremely intense, and serious program. Do not apply unless you are ready to commit to full-time schooling.

Wow! Jam packed with amazing info. Course talks about the newest products and latest trends. My instructor is so helpful. I have been face painting for a few years. This course is worth every penny.

Who are you / what are you working on? My name is Simona Pantaleoni, an Italian mom and events manager based in Dubai. I recently discovered the world of Face & Body Art by chance, and it quickly turned into a deep passion, thanks to the inspiring IFPS approach and community. I have finally found the courage to deep dive into this beautiful world as a professional. What was it like before enrolling in the International Face Painting School? Before joining IFPS, I was totally new to this industry and lacked any specific background in this field. Although I’ve always had a passion for art and painting, especially miniature watercolors, I didn't have a vision for this as a passion or even less as a business. My only experience with face painting consisted of a couple of questionable doodles on my 3 years old daughter just to make her smile. I had no idea how to translate my artistic love into structured, professional, and clean designs on the skin. What impact IFPS brings to your life and business? IFPS has been a true transformation. I went from zero to a professional level in just a few months. The high quality of the school and the incredible support from my super talented and supportive coach, Ivona, helped me discover my own artistic voice and gave me the tools to express it professionally on the skin. I am genuinely surprised by the progress I’ve made, I never imagined I could reach such a high standard in such a short time. How would you recommend IFPS to your peers? I highly recommend IFPS to anyone who wants real results. The school provides a solid foundation and a clear path to growth. If you are willing to work hard and follow the guidance of their amazing coaches, you will achieve results you never thought possible. It is the best investment for your artistic and professional journey. A big thank you from the bottom of my heart to the whole wonderful team!

During the pro course, I came back to all the basics and improved my skills during this intense journey. Thanks a lot to my coach Ivona that always encouraged me, gave me some precise and detailed feedback to improve my paintings, especially the exam piece. Thanks to the team of the international facepainting school, sharing their passion with heart and joy for facepainting.

Although I've been professionally face painting for 10 years, I felt as if something was missing from my work. My artwork didn't sit right, my line work wasn't the best it could be etc. I wanted to elevate my work to the next level and enjoy the confidence it would bring to tackle those challenging requests. What can I say?! I've learnt so much! As my knowledge and techniques have improved, my confidence has grown ten fold. I now accept those challenging requests with ease, take photos and post them on social media without doubting my work. A definite plus for my business. I would absolutely recommend IFPS to all face painters, new and seasoned. The support and community is like no other. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU :-)

After dreaming of joining Facepaintschool for years, I finally went for it and I don’t regret it! I found a truly caring and incredibly creative community there. Through the different areas of the platform, you meet people from all over the world and of all skill levels, all sharing the same drive to improve and the same passion for face painting. ​Despite working full-time and having a busy family life, I managed to complete the Professional Course in less than 6 months. This was thanks to the invaluable guidance of Maud, who helped me boost my skills and refine my technique. Her coaching was truly helpful and made my learning process much more efficient. ​This training has given me a solid foundation to launch my own business as a side hustle alongside my main job. I can’t recommend Olga’s school highly enough!

I'm Kara, prior IFPS I had been face painting for about 11 years, self taught as many of us are, I had taken various courses to up my skills including on line summits which are great. Knowing how much I love face painting and how much I love learning my family all went together and gifted me with the ultimate educational gift and they purchased this course for me. This program has honed many skills I did have and brought them to the next level and made me reevaluate how and why I was doing certain things in my art. Having a coach to speak with that pointed things out that could be improved in a very positive and kind way was extremely helpful and also pointing out the great things in my work was reassuring , having do certain tasks to show your development was also great.I think we often forget how to practice fundamental skills sometimes and this course really helps with that so much. I also loved the community of fellow artists taking this course, they share their practice, their work and progress and encourage each other, plus we got to do paint along sessions with some incredible artist was truly so much fun! My confidence in my abilities has truly grown and can only make my business grow and develop into everything and more then I could ever want. I definitely would recommend IFPS to my fellow artists learning is always a positive thing and no matter your years in and your skill level you can always learn new things from others and this collective group of instructors are wonderful and full of knowledge. I will continue to learn and take courses/summits to continue my learning journey, it's one of my favourite things about our industry I'm grateful to my family for getting me this wonderful gift and thankful to Ivona for being a great mentor through my program and I'd like to thank IFPS for having a terrific program that is so accessible to so many, that teaches so much and that connects face painters across the world !

Im thankful for all the help and experience I've received in this space. I would recommend any facepainter to take this course to improve their skills.

I am so glad that I invested in myself and joined IFPS! The improvement in my work is extraordinary!!! So proud of all of my painted designs throughout the course and the feedback from my lovely coach was amazing. Really made me think of things to make the design work well. The course is set out beautifully for you to learn at your pace and is very thorough for you to really deep dive into the world of face painting if you was a complete beginner. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to face paint!!!🎨 Being certified now is an amazing status to add to my portfolio of work! 😃 Next stop professional!!! ❤️🎨

Enrolling in the IFPS Pro Course was a wish of mine for many years. I dabbled in face painting, but lacked the confidence to pursue it seriously. This year I took the plunge, and I could not have been happier. ✨Graduating is truly a dream come true. ✨ The course gave me the tools I needed to improve my skills and the support to push myself to be better and to reach for more as a face painter. My coach, Maud Chabod, has been there every step of the way with her words of wisdom to keep me progressing and staying positive. The community that comes with IFPS is just amazing! Everyone is so supportive and inspirational. Looking forward to continuing in my face painting journey with this wonderful group of creative people and the support offered by the Artists Studio.

I discovered face painting two years ago and uncovered a creative side of my personality that I didn’t expect. When I wanted to improve, I turned to IFPS, and this training gave me many tips and tricks to grow. The detailed designs I worked on and the coach’s very constructive feedback helped me progress a lot. Throughout the journey, I gained confidence in my work. I’m very happy I chose this course and proud of my progress. Thank you for this wonderful experience ✨🎨

My name is Priscila Thorpe owner of Prisci Pixy Face Painting & Art Inc and I’m working to be the best version of myself. I first discovered IFPS in 2020 when their second online summit was happening. I come from South America, Venezuela and all my life I’ve been in this industry because my parents were professional clowns. In 2022 I opened my face painting & Art company here in the USA and in 2024 I was finally able to dedicate myself as a full time face painter and balloon twister. When I saw the IFPS for the first time I said one day I would be part of their school and get my certificate as a professional face painter. I am a self taught face painter so even though I knew a couple of things the IFPS taught me even more, how to work better my technique, paint consistency, focal points and how to balance better the designs. I’m so happy that after 5 yrs of saying this will be the year I enroll but never being able to do it due to not having enough money or the courage to do so, I saved up some cash from all my tips in 2025, prayed to God, trusted in him and enrolled on October 2025. I feel a lot more confident and proud of myself for finishing the course, my 15 yr old son is also very proud of this accomplishment. As a single mom I want to make him proud and I hope this will be an example for him that when you have a goal no matter how old you are, with dedication, planning, prayers and never taking your eyes off that goal you can achieve it. This will also be definitely something wonderful for my company and it will open many more doors in the future. If you’re like me and don’t know if you should enroll or not yet, my advise, do it, this is a wonderful school with amazing instructors and so much valuable information that really goes deep inside and will help you become an amazing artist so you can deliver the best to your clients. A big thank you to my instructor Ivona Velicu for her tips and advise during this time. My heart is filled with Joy and I am very happy for this milestone. Thank you God for always having my back and thank you Olga for creating such a beautiful space and school so people like me that love art and just want to do it full time can get better and feel more confident for the future. My studies don’t end here, this is just the beginning and start of something wonderful and new!

I am Bobby, an Educational Assistant who just couldn’t walk away from face painting. Over the years I’d pick up a brush during Halloween or special events, copying designs or painting whatever came to mind. I thought I was doing okay — until I realized I was mostly guessing. I stumbled onto a summer face painting summit and was blown away by the leadership, the community, and the way concepts and designs were broken down. It became clear that even though I had been painting, there were so many layers I hadn’t considered or put into practice. Most of all, I realized I was stuck at the “beginner plateau.” I didn’t understand line control, brush pressure, symmetry, or how to create clean, professional designs. I knew what I wanted my work to look like, but I didn’t know why I wasn’t getting there. At the end of the summit, there was an offer for the Professional Face Painting Course — and it felt like hitting the jackpot. I didn’t even know something like this existed. So I signed up. The program gave me a clear path, expert feedback, and a level of technical training I’ve come to realize I was missing. My line work, blending, and design structure improved dramatically. More importantly, I gained confidence — the kind that comes from understanding why a technique works and how to fix it when it doesn’t. This course has already elevated my work and opened new opportunities, and I’m excited to keep improving my line work and one‑stroke techniques with the additional courses IFPS offers. I would absolutely recommend IFPS to anyone who wants to take face painting seriously. If you want real instruction, real progress, and a supportive community that pushes you to grow, this is the place to learn. It’s challenging, but the transformation is worth it. I also want to give a special thank‑you to my coach, Maria Radulescu, for her incredible support and guidance. She went above and beyond to help me understand concepts in a way that worked with the unique way my brain processes information, and she always made sure I had the right resources within the school to keep moving forward. I’m deeply grateful for her patience, clarity, and encouragement. I also want to thank Olga Murasev and Simona Strete‑Rad for the tremendous amount of work they’ve put into creating and shaping this course. Their dedication is the reason IFPS is the #1 program it is today, and I’m so grateful to have learned from what they’ve built.

My journey with International Face Painting School has truly been a game changer for me—both personally and professionally. When I first started, I had a new passion for face painting but lacked the structure, confidence, and advanced techniques to take my work to the next level. This program gave me so much more than just skills—it gave me direction. The lessons were clear, detailed, and easy to follow, making even the more advanced designs feel achievable. One of the biggest transformations for me was in my confidence. I went from second-guessing my work to feeling proud of what I create and excited to share it with others. The support, guidance, and encouragement throughout the journey made such a difference. I didn’t feel like I was learning alone—I felt like I was part of a community that genuinely wants to see each other grow. Because of this experience, I’ve been able to elevate my designs, improve my speed and technique, and grow my business in ways I didn’t think were possible before. It’s helped me turn something I love into something I feel truly confident offering at a professional level. I’m so grateful for everything I’ve learned and how far I’ve come. This journey has not only made me a better face painter, but it’s also reminded me why I fell in love with this art in the first place.

If you are looking to take your face painting to the next level, IFPS is the only way to do it. It is the best thing that I could have done for myself personally and professionally. It was challenging and I didn't just learn techniques, focal points and designs. I learned to be able to see what it would take to make a design better. I could not have done this without the help of my amazing coach Maud Chabod. Thank you Maud for all that you have taught me and for your patience with me throughout the course. I am eternally grateful.

Thank you to my incredible team! Your support, resources, and planning motivate me to practice daily, enhance my skills, and build confidence. You've accomplished an amazing job. Our close-knit community fills me with a sense of belonging. It fosters my confidence to share and ask questions. The experience of being part of the Artist Studio has been unexpectedly enriching. I feel like I've only scratched the surface, utilizing just 20% of the resources, yet I've experienced significant growth and a strong sense of belonging over the past couple of months. Keep up the great work!

I have just graduated from the IFPS Professional Course. This short journey was truly amazing. And then if you want more, you can join the Artist Studio and learn even more and refine your work. That is what I did, when I got stuck with something I was struggling with, when my coach Ivona directed me to a specific workshop in there. I watched it, and voila, I knew how to do it. It is really easy to learn here, and the opportunity to grow is endless. I am really excited to learn more here, and maybe one day, be part of the Elite team and do wonderful designs. I can honestly and wholeheartedly recommend IFPS to anyone at any level. This is the place for you to grow! I want to thank to Olga, that she created this oazis for us! I want to thank all the wonderful coaches for their input, and make it even greater, and last but not least to my amazing coach Ivona, who helped me with her guidance, care, love and encouraged me all the way till the end, you are truly amazing! Thank you!

"If you stop wanting to be better, you stop being good." After more than two decades as a successful face painter, I honestly thought I had my craft and style fully under control. I made the decision to enroll as a Pro Student to professionalize my craft from the ground up once again. Why the International Face Painting School Makes the Difference: • Olga’s Vision & Passion: What Olga has built here is simply insane! You can feel the incredible amount of heart and soul she has poured into every lesson. She is a true inspiration for the entire industry. • Highly Ambitious Instructors: The entire team is exceptionally dedicated. The coaching sessions with Laura were an immense support—technically profound, honest, and extremely helpful in training my eye for detail. • The Game-Changer "Paint Consistency": It sounds so fundamental, but mastering the perfect paint consistency revolutionized my entire workflow. It was a true "aha" moment that changed everything! • Limitless Resources: The Mastermind Library, the Artist Studio, and the supportive community provide a level of value that goes far beyond any standard course. My Conclusion: Even though I occasionally felt like I had "unlearned" everything in the middle of the process, that was exactly when the most growth happened. I can warmly recommend this school to everyone—whether you are a total beginner or a long-time professional. It’s a "never-ending story," and thanks to Olga and her team, it’s a joy to rediscover your own art over and over again. A huge thank you for this life-changing program … and for an incredible price!

The Artist studio is really amazing, highly recommend!! It's a very interactive platform, always has new challenges and activities. You can grow your skills and share your work with others. A library full of resources, tutorials and so much to learn and absorb! A collective, a tribe, of artists in their santuary together.

The artist studio is worth every penny. It is so supportive and informative. It’s a great community!

It’s a community of artists who share work, with access to a library of workshops and information and also participation events that involve enrichment and training. It’s fun and supportive, the feedback is great and the camaraderie is special. It’s a great tribe of people!

My IFPS Journey: 6 Months That Transformed My Face Painting My name is María Cristina Pérez from Guatemala. A few months ago I decided to move from corporate life to a face painting and body art career. I enrolled in the International Face Painting School’s Professional Face Painter program six months ago, and the progress has been beyond what I imagined. The structured curriculum took me step-by-step through professional techniques, color theory, design principles, and advanced artistry. What truly sets IFPS apart is the personalized feedback. My dedicated coach, Maud, reviewed every assignment with detailed guidance that helped me understand not just what to improve, but how and why. Her expertise and encouragement pushed me to refine my skills week after week. The before-and-after speaks for itself—my technique, precision, and artistic confidence have grown tremendously. If you’re serious about elevating your face painting from hobbyist to professional level, I wholeheartedly recommend this program. IFPS is an investment that truly pays off. I now feel more confident and have been able to book events to transform the experience of the attendees. Thank you, IFPS and Maud, for helping me discover what I’m truly capable of! 🎨✨ @mcbodyarts

I am resubmitting this because my previous submission was too short. I'm not comfortable expressing more at this time, but I feel that I am required to in order to receive my certification. I feel like you asked for an honest review on the previous page, but this page wants only a positive testimonial. I had frustrations with the first months of the course due to having the month of August free to work on the course but not being able to access it at the speed I was available to due to the timed release dates for certain modules, when I expressed my needs and concerns and previous experience, I did not feel listened to, I had been hoping to up my game and do most of the course when I had weeks off and before my autumn gigs kicked off. So I find this process uncomfortable and additionally I am going through a difficult period in my personal life, which is most certainly giving me less bandwidth. I would rather say less than more because due to these circumstances and having a fully booked schedule of face painting gigs during main month of painting in the course I was not able to participate with more of my own personal forces because the gigs I was doing needed a fair amount of preparation for the designs. So on top of everything else I was deeply emeshed in face painting but even in that my energy was divided and I could not ask for coaching on the things I needed help with for my professional work. At the time that I began the course, I have been a face painter for as long as this course has existed, the quality of my work was not at my potential, because I wasn't prioritizing the practice time to really own the quality of the paint and the brush strokes and bring what I understood about design into the physical. During the course, I found the material relevant and affirming what I had learned over many years. I had attended several summits in the early my early years which certainly boosted my ability to pick up designs quickly. I decided to take the course to be part of the growing professional community. The course itself offered many opportunities to be part of the community, power hours, and paint along sessions. I had been really looking forward to this aspect of IFPS and I have joined the Artists Studio to fulfill that ongoing. I wish the course itself had gone more deeply into paint consistency. Though perhaps it is such a feel thing that it really only clicks when you have truly put in the intentional practice on skin. One thing I gained from doing the course was perseverance to push for another level of excellence, and another, and another. Which really goes back to my original challenge. I wasn't prioritizing practice. I especially appreciated the coaching from Maud. I thought she was spectacular throughout with clear critique, suggestions, encouragement, solutions and boundaries to ensure my success. I can't wait to see the new updated course. I think it is going to be amazing. I deeply look forward to developing relationships with everyone in IFPS when I am under less duress. I think what you are doing for the profession is beautiful. This review is for internal use only and I do not give permission for public use.

My journey through the International Face Painting School certification program has been truly special. Despite personal setbacks along the way, I stayed determined, kept going, and proudly passed my final exam to become certified. As someone completely new to face painting and a full-time working single mom, this achievement means so much to me. I discovered face painting about two years ago, and what started as curiosity has now turned into a new path in my life. It has become something that truly brings me happiness and peace. Being able to work with children and give them moments of joy, confidence, and excitement through something as simple as paint and creativity is a feeling I can’t even fully describe. My coach was incredibly patient, kind, and encouraging throughout the entire process. Having that kind of support made me believe in myself even during moments when I doubted my abilities. This course is an amazing asset for artists at any level because it teaches you not just how to paint, but how to think like an artist — understanding the theory, flow, and structure behind every design. I would highly recommend this program to anyone wanting to start face painting or grow their skills. The community here is truly one of a kind — supportive, kind, and a true judgment-free zone where everyone wants to see each other succeed. This certification is not the finish line for me — it is the beginning of something bigger. A new chapter, a new passion, and a reminder to myself that it’s never too late to start something that makes your heart happy.

Mein Name ist Olga und ich arbeite als professionelle Face- und Bodypaint-Künstlerin sowie im Beauty-Bereich. Mit meinem Unternehmen JollyUp bin ich auf Kinderschminken und kreative Eventgestaltung spezialisiert. Die Ausbildung bei der International Face Painting School war für mich ein echter Wendepunkt. Ich habe nicht nur neue Techniken gelernt, sondern auch deutlich mehr Sicherheit und Selbstvertrauen gewonnen. Heute arbeite ich schneller, präziser und kann meine Kreativität noch gezielter einsetzen – besonders bei Events mit Kindern. Diese Ausbildung hat mir geholfen, mein Business auf das nächste Level zu bringen. Ich kann die IFPS von Herzen weiterempfehlen.

Hi, I started my face painting business in 2023 and even though I often got compliments on my work, there were some designs that I felt needed improvement. One design that was my biggest challenge was a butterfly! I decided to sign up for the professional course to up my game and to improve those pesky butterflies! I learned so much even though I had already been painting for a few years. I think I'll always be learning new things but the course, with the input from the coach, was top notch and a great way to learn. The designs we had to practice and turn in as part of our homework were challenging yet very doable with the lessons that show you step by step what to do. The shape of my butterflies are sooooo much better now. I'm very happy with all of the course content. Thank you IFPS! I definitely recommend the course to anyone wanting to improve their skills.

Hello, I’m Bessie. I’m a social worker, a mom of two young children and a part-time face painter based in Hong Kong. I hadn’t picked up a pencil or brush since graduating. My first real re‑introduction to art came when I joined my daughter’s friend’s birthday party and saw the children’s faces light up. That joy touched me — it felt like a small sparkle in an otherwise routine life — so I began learning face painting at a local Hong Kong school. I enjoyed it, but I wanted to grow my technique, confidence, and connections. IFPS made a big, practical difference. The school reminded me that small details really matter — the right paint consistency, clean blending techniques, and finishing touches can lift an entire design. IFPS also pushed me to try styles I’d never attempted before, expanding my repertoire and creative confidence. Thank you Laura be my coach and guide me all the way on different designs. Although I still have lots to learn, I now feel comfortable calling myself a face painter and delivering complete services on my own. IFPS is ideal for anyone who wants to improve fast and widen their artistic circle. The instruction is practical and encouraging, and it helped me reconnect with a creative side I hadn’t used in years. I’d definitely recommend IFPS to friends and peers who want to build skills, boost confidence, and meet face painters from around the world.

I am very happy and proud that I gave myself the opportunity to take this course. For me, it wasn’t just training it was a very important personal step. I had already worked on a few occasions doing face painting and received many compliments, but deep down I felt I could give so much more… and instead of motivating me, that feeling sometimes held me back. I’ve always self taught. I spent countless hours searching for videos, photos, and trying to learn on my own. Until one day, I connected with an artist who told me about this course, I could see how much she grown up and she loved it. Even then, it took me a whole year to decide, because I didn’t feel ready and didn’t have the courage to invest in myself. But last year, when I was invited again to work doing face painting, I felt it was the right moment and I decided to invest in myself with what I earned. I took this course for me. Because I wanted to believe more in what I do, feel more confident, trust my brush strokes, get proper training, and grow. I felt my work was beautiful, but I didn’t truly understand how to take it to the next level. I would look at my designs, and even though others admired them, I could only see what was missing and what was wrong and many times I ended up hiding my insecurities and mistakes behind glitter. Today, that has changed. Thanks to this course, I didn’t just learn techniques, colors, and composition. I learned to see my work with new eyes. To plan, to understand what I’m doing, and to truly enjoy it. My brush strokes have improved so much, but more importantly, I now have much more confidence in myself. Passing the exam with my own original design was a very special moment, something that truly made me feel proud. I was inspired by my kittens and spent a lot of time experimenting, sketching, and developing my idea. Something I truly value is the structure of the course: being able to go at my own time, while still having deadlines that helped me stay consistent and not give up. It was the perfect balance between freedom and commitment that I needed. I also now feel supported and part of the face painting community, more confident offering my services and able to give my work the value it deserves. This course didn’t just improve my technique… it helped me believe more in myself. I would truly recommend IFPS to anyone who feels unsure, stuck or is trying to learn on their own. This course didn’t just improve my technique… it helped me believe more in myself.

My name is Noor Sidsel, and I unexpectedly fell in love with face painting. What started as a small step quickly became something I truly care about. I am self-taught, and while building my face painting journey through Farvefin, I continued to develop and improve, but also realized how much I still had to learn. There were many areas where I felt unsure, and found myself struggling with some of the same challenges, while also lacking direction. This course has given me both techniques and knowledge that I was missing. I now feel much more confident, more flexible, and more independent in my work! I’m grateful to my coach, Maud, for her support and guidance throughout this journey. I’m excited to keep growing and developing my designs after this training, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their face painting skills.

It is amazing to be part of such a forward looking community of artists devoted to facepainting developing together.

Hello! My name is Erika and I am the owner of ef.Paints based in Melbourne, Australia. While I’ve been fortunate to learn from many amazing teachers through in-person classes here in Melbourne, the IFPS has helped further solidify my foundational skills in both face painting and theory. Overtime I became more conscious on my techniques and focal points while on the job and have grown a LOT more confident in creating my own designs. Laura had been an amazing coach and was a big supporter when it came to refining my techniques - especially when it came to the final design! Highly recommend this course to any face painter wanting to strengthen their foundational skills! 💖

I’m a 39 year old social work manager who uses different creative expressions to reduce stress from work. At first I only panted on my daughter on different occasions and a few years ago while on a fair I saw a facepainter who used professional paints and I realised that it could actually look good. That was the real start of my journey with a lot of searching for materials, inspiration and workshops - and I stumbled upon a free workshop from IFPS and I became a part of this lovely community. After the Halloween challenge last year I decided it was time to take it to the next level and I enrolled in the professional course - and it was the best decision. Throughout the course I have had amazing support from my coach Maria Radulescu who guided me through big and small adjustments in my painting technique. I’ve already been asked to paint a few gigs professionally and I can’t wait to see what more is ahead. I would absolutely recommend this course for anyone who is interested in bringing smiles and joy through face painting.

So happy and proud to have completed the course! I’m Maïté , I'm a florist in Belgium, and I actually started facepainting about a year ago while volunteering at my village’s Easter egg hunt. What began as a fun way to help, quickly turned into a real passion. I immediately loved how a wonderful way it is to express my creativity through colors and characters, and how it brings joy and sparkling eyes to people . I discovered IFPS through the Halloween contest, and I was immediately blown away by the community behind it — international, dynamic, supportive, and incredibly welcoming. It made me want to learn even more and become part of it. This course has helped me improve my techniques, discover new designs, and gain so much more confidence in my work. A huge thank you to my coach Maud for her kindness and all the valuable advice she shared with me. Her passion and encouragement truly made this experience special. I’m incredibly grateful for this journey and excited to see where it will lead next. And if you’re thinking about learning facepainting yourself, I can only recommend to join the IFPS community and discover all the support it can afford you! ✨

Hello, I'm Jacinthe, also known as La Fée Binette. 🧚‍♀️ I'm a mother of two young children, a 3-year-old boy and a 1-year-old girl. Before starting the course, I already had a very full life with my family and my face painting business. I started the course when my daughter was 8 months old, so I was on maternity leave at the time. I managed to complete my training in four and a half months. I found the course had a pace that allowed me to balance family life and studies well. In the meantime, I went back to work part-time and still had to adapt to my new rhythm of life. Thanks to the way the training is structured, I wasn't too worried about finishing on time. I had a fantastic coach (hi Maud!) who highlighted certain things that helped me progress throughout the training 💜 I can already see the positive impact of the school on my business, especially on the quality of my designs for contracts. I find the finish is more delicate, of higher quality, and the wow factor of my makeup looks is greater. I'm more confidente in my art. I'm really proud of myself and my progress through the course. This is a training program I highly recommend; it opens up a whole new world. I feel included in a community, and I'm motivated to push myself and find my own style. Thank you IFPS 💜❤️🩵

English: When I started the PRO Course, I was still very new to face painting. I have a background in graphic design and am a self-taught illustrator, so I’m used to drawing quickly and bringing ideas to life—but face painting was a completely new challenge for me. When I told people I was taking a professional face painting course, many were surprised and said, “Why? You’re already so good!” My answer was always: “Yes, I’m not bad—but there’s still room to grow.” I didn’t want to be just good; I wanted to be exceptional. My goal was to create those beautiful, memorable butterfly designs that stand out. During the Halloween Challenge 2025, I really realized how much difference things like color consistency and brush control make. The course has significantly improved my understanding of face painting. Choosing colors, creating focal points, guiding lines, and using glitter all feel much more intuitive now. Designs like elegant butterflies or roses are much easier and more harmonious to create. I would recommend this course to anyone serious about face painting. For those who are still unsure, the smaller IFPS courses are a great way to get a feel for the school’s structure, methods, and teaching style. German: Als ich mit dem PRO Course gestartet habe, stand ich noch ganz am Anfang meiner Reise als Face Painterin. Ich habe eine Ausbildung als Grafikerin und bin autodidaktische Illustratorin, daher war ich es gewohnt, schnell zu zeichnen und Ideen umzusetzen – aber im Face Painting fehlten mir noch Erfahrung und Technik. Als ich Leuten erzählte, dass ich einen professionellen Face-Painting-Kurs machen würde, reagierten viele überrascht und sagten: „Warum denn? Du bist doch schon gut!“ Meine Antwort war immer: „Ja, ich bin nicht schlecht – aber es gibt noch Luft nach oben.“ Ich wollte nicht nur gut sein, ich wollte wirklich besser werden. Mein Ziel war es, diejenige zu sein, die z.B. für ihre besonders schönen Schmetterlinge bekannt ist. Besonders während der Halloween Challenge 2025 wurde mir klar, wie viel Unterschied Dinge wie Farbkonsistenz oder Pinselkontrolle machen können. Durch den Kurs hat sich mein Verständnis für Face Painting stark verbessert. Farbwahl, Fokuspunkte im Design, Linienführung oder der Einsatz von Glitzer fühlen sich heute viel intuitiver an. Auch bestimmte Designs sind für mich viel klarer geworden – zum Beispiel die Struktur eines eleganten Schmetterlings, wodurch meine Designs jetzt viel harmonischer wirken. Ich würde den Kurs allen empfehlen, die Face Painting ernsthaft lernen wollen. Für alle, die sich noch unsicher sind, bieten auch die kleineren IFPS-Kurse einen tollen Einstieg, um die Struktur, Methoden und den Stil der Schule kennenzulernen.

Hello, my name is Michelle. I live in the US currently, and have just completed the Pro Course certification program of International Face Painting School. My background is in art, psychology, teaching, travel, and more. I recently became interested to refresh my face painting skills, after several years break, and searched for a learning opportunity. It has been fortuitous that I found IFPS; they offer a unique opportunity to become knowledgeable in all aspects of face painting, including products, technique, and safety. The designs and learning material of this course are amazing! I feel so thankful for the instruction, support, and happiness I have experienced by taking this course. The coaches, students, peers, lessons, and opportunities are top notch. I would recommend their offerings to anyone who would like to pursue face painting from any angle. They have classes that range from the hobbyist to professional interest levels. There are also great options to further your career development after graduation, by becoming part of their online program groups, where you can continue learning, networking, and more I am excited to be launching into face painting professionally soon, and it’s wonderful to feel a renewed joy from embarking on a fun career I am passionate about.

I've been painting catrinas for many years now, but I could tell my skills were limited despite the years of practice, I was self taught, but was missing foundational knowledge and important skills. I decided I want to take my hobby to the next level and start doing facepainting officially this year, I definitely felt I needed to learn from the pros so I decided to enroll, I can tell my technique has improved significantly, I understand why some designs work better than others and I have developed the confidence to offer my services because I know I'll deliver good quality work! I had a lot of support from my coach and enjoyed seeing other artists show their work and support each other in the studio. I strongly recommend taking the course or joining the artist studio at the IFPS

Hello my artist name is Maya. My expérience with face painting Roses 🥵 Oh what a difficult challenge ! 1 year to understand it, headaches...and when i ve intégrateur IFPS i had to work on it again and again... Because i like difficulties, i choose this roses for my certification. IFPS is more than a school : its an expérience which brings you meetings, pulls you up, encourages you when you feel no one sometimes. IFPS becomes a family. You can share with other face painters that have same problematic . Artists that understand you. And then you dont feel alone anymore and it gives you wings to go on. IFPS brings me a new approach on my face painting work, style and technic. I Will recommend IFPS to all People that want to bring a modern and caring approach to their face painting work. Final i want especially to thank you Maud, my coach. Olga Murasev to have create this school. Simona who inspire me everyday. All the experts for their workshops and councils. My family for their support ( especially you Jack )and my mother cuz i speak english because of her.

My name is Iryna, and I live in the United States. I had some previous experience with face painting, and when I decided to pursue it professionally here, my journey began the way many do — by ordering paints from Amazon. I bought several palettes and started practicing. I watched tutorials, read about techniques, and tried to improve on my own. Yet something still felt off. I kept asking myself: How do I achieve the right paint consistency? Why don’t my designs look like other artists’ work? What am I doing wrong? Even though I had experience working with watercolor, oil, acrylic, and gouache, I still didn’t feel confident. Face painting turned out to be very different from traditional art mediums. That’s when I began searching for proper education. I researched several online schools and ultimately chose IFPS — and I am truly grateful for that decision. The training was structured step by step and delivered at a comfortable pace. I gained invaluable knowledge about professional materials, techniques, design structure, and, most importantly, safe practices when working with clients. The course helped me refine my skills, recognize my mistakes, and significantly grow my confidence. One of my first major mistakes was the paints I initially purchased. At the time, I didn’t think deeply about skin safety or potential allergic reactions. I assumed that labels such as “non-allergenic” and “safe” were enough. Through the course, I learned what truly matters when choosing products and switched to professional, skin-safe materials. Now I feel confident knowing that the children and adults I work with are safe, and that I am using products I can trust. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to my coach, Laura. Her guidance, detailed feedback, and encouragement pushed me beyond what I thought was “good enough.” Whenever I felt satisfied with my progress, she challenged me to go further — and that is how real growth happens. Another aspect I deeply value is the incredible community within the school. Being surrounded by talented, passionate artists gave me tremendous inspiration and motivation. The support and creative energy within the IFPS community are truly special. In summary, if you want to confidently call yourself a professional and stand behind the quality and safety of your work, IFPS will absolutely help you get there. I am genuinely happy that I made this investment in myself and in my future. It was worth it — without question.

This year has been a truly transformative experience for me. In my daily life, I work as an educational project manager, developing soft skills and entrepreneurial mindset in students. I am also a musician and play the trombone. But deep inside, I have always felt that there was an artist in me who had not yet fully found her applied expression, someone deeply drawn to colors, beauty, and the creation of atmosphere. Last summer, I began asking myself a simple but important question: what form of art would allow me to create, but also to connect? I had explored digital art, worked with Procreate, studied 3D design, and experimented with different creative tools. Yet I realized that what I truly love is human interaction. I was searching for something alive, ephemeral, meaningful, art that exists in the moment, yet leaves a lasting emotional imprint. That is how I discovered face painting. I started with YouTube tutorials, testing materials, learning about brushes and paints, and practicing step by step. In the autumn, I participated in the Halloween Challenge organized by the school, and I immediately fell in love with the atmosphere. The kindness, the passion, the level of dedication of both teachers and students were inspiring. You can feel that people here are talented not by accident, but because they have worked hard and support one another. Even though I wear many hats in my life, like being a wife and a mother to my beautiful daughter, as well as to our cat and dog😅, and face painting is not currently my full-time occupation, it has brought me immense joy. I have already completed several services and received very positive feedback. The program I followed was extremely detailed and structured from A to Z. It gave me not only techniques, but confidence. I now feel equipped, grounded, and much more professional in my approach. What makes this school truly special is not only the content, but the community. Knowing that I have one year of access to the platform and future updates is incredibly reassuring. And whenever a question arises, there is always someone ready to help: amateurs, passionate artists, professionals. It is a place where you feel supported. There are no “stupid questions.” You grow. You feel understood, even in your hypersensitivity, even when you spend hours choosing the perfect paint or thinking about color harmony. I can already see the evolution when I compare my first creations to what I am capable of now. Of course, I know mastery is a lifelong journey. But now I understand focal points better, color combinations, placement, balance. I see my areas of improvement clearly, and I feel motivated rather than overwhelmed. A special thank you to Olga Murasev for creating this school and this vision, to Simona Strete-Rad for the inspiration, and to the entire team for their dedication and support. And a heartfelt thank you to Maud Chabod, my coach and guide, who supported me in French with such kindness and precision. Her feedback was always encouraging and insightful. You truly feel that the teachers care, because your success is their success. For me, this certification marks one of the most important milestones of the 2025–2026 school year. I am proud to have passed my final exam, grateful for the journey, and excited to see what I will continue to discover, improve, and create in the future. I wholeheartedly recommend this school to anyone who feels drawn to this art form. It is not “just entertainment” or simple animation. It is real artistry, real technique, and real connection. In a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, face painting remains deeply human, creative, and irreplaceable. It brings people closer, celebrates individuality, and spreads beauty in a very tangible way. Thanks to this training, I have already started working with my first professional clients, and I feel confident stepping into this new chapter. Thank you. Truly. Sincerely yours, Anna