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About
(Important note: Due to high gas prices, I have added a travel fee to my services. $15 for every 15 min driven outside of Champaign/Urbana IL. So a two hour event in Bloomington IL, for example, would be $200 total.)
Hello! My name is Kari and I love art, parties, and making people smile!
I offer a fun and memorable experience for your next party or event.
I use water based, washable hypoallergenic paints. I am insured and licensed.
I am happy to work with people of all ages. I especially love interacting with kids. They say some really funny things and ask me all sorts of questions.
Pricing:
2 hours minimum booking time
Face painting- $80/hr
Giant Bubbles- $50/hr
Travel Fee- events outside of Champaign/Urbana will be $15 for every 15 minutes driven, one way
2 hour minimum booking time. Payment due upon arrival.
Invoices available upon request.
I accept cards, cash, check, PayPal, and Venmo.
Please let me know which payment option you would prefer.
If I sound like the right artist for your event, contact me today!
Overview
Hired 25 times
Background checked
1 employee
11 years in business
Business hours
Sun7:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, and Venmo.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
Great 4.8
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Darrin H.
Aug 23, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kari’s completely amazing! She comes every year and has a huge work load. She handles it with professionalism and class! She does amazing quality work and I’ll only use her in the future!
Details: 81 - 100 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • 11 - 14 years old • Community event
Face Painting
Jennifer L.
Aug 21, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kari was amazing at our neighborhood event. The kids loved her designs and was so accommodating. She had a line of kids when her time was up and she was willing to stay an extra hour (we did pay for extra hour). She was absolutely great to work with. We plan to have her back next year for sure.
Details: 21 - 40 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Community event
Face Painting
Emily N.
May 19, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had the pleasure of having Kari at our field day. She did an excellent job with our students who were still talking about their face painting today! Thanks again Kari!!
Face Painting
Mark D.
Sep 28, 2018
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Hired on Thumbtack
She did a Great job - the kids loved her - helpful and reported to event on time - will use her again for our future events ! Thank you !
Details: 81 - 100 guests • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • Fundraiser • Venue manager • Cheek art
Face Painting
Kendra O.
Jul 24, 2015
Mickey mouse clubhouse party!
She made the hat..and the matchin Candy bags!also the picture back drop w the character faces cut out!and she did an amazing job face painting the kids faces for me! Kari did an amazing job an I will recommend her services to any one! Owen her husband helped too! Wht an amazing guy he is
Credentials
Background Check
Kari Keller
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing $80/hour for events in Champaign/Urbana. Outside of that region, I charge $15 per 15 minutes of travel time.
Example: A two hour face painting event in Bloomington, IL will cost $220 total. ($160 for face painting plus $60 total travel fee)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I ask them what type of event and how large it will be. I ask how many hours they will need my services for. If not immediately evident, I ask if the event will be indoors or outdoors, so I can prepare for things like wind, access to water for my paints, and whether or not I will need to bring my own tent. I ask if there is anything special I should know about the guests, location, or parking at the event. At that point I will ask for a contact phone number and ensure we are clear on the final price. I ask if they would like an invoice or any other documentation. If there are no further questions, I'll conclude the call with thanking them for their business and "I'll see you on the 5th!" or similar. :)
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I was inspired to pursue face painting when a friend asked me to try it as a volunteer at an event she was hosting. I had never done something like that before, and was so suprised when a mother approached me about working for a children's 5k at the YMCA. She asked how much I charged, and I had to confess that this was my first time face painting. It was very encouraging! I continued to work at events and practice on my friend's children, and found it to be very enjoyable.
