Face & Body Art by Larissa

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Introduction: Unless it's a huge, fast-paced event requiring my "fast face list," I never work from boards or books of choices, which I feel just limit the people I'm painting. Kids especially have such amazing imaginations, that I have a policy of trying almost anything. Otherwise, I'd never have attempted my first full-face mouse, hamster or hippopotamus, or my arm art elephant playing soccer! I'm always at a party! When I walk into an event, I've had kids cheer at my arrival. And nothing compares to the smile I get when I hold up the mirror, except maybe after that, when the kids take on their characters and tigers start chasing butterflies around the yard.

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Hired 1 time

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21 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Square cash app.

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Deborah G.

Oct 13, 2014

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Incredible! I had a vision and Larissa helped me completely bring it to fruition! She is on-time, prepared, professional, talented, and fun to work with! She got back to me right away, exchanged ideas with me via email, she was clear about the time & cost, she even came to me, and best of all, left me feeling like the professional artist when it was done! I recommend her for all scales of painting, all ages, and types of events! I knew I would be happy, but she made my day one that I will never forget! Thank you, so much, Larissa!

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
It's not complicated. Basically, I charge $135 for the first hour. After that, I charge $55 for each half hour. Occasionally, depending on distance, time, and tolls, travel fees could apply.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm a member of the Northern NJ Face and Body Art Guild, through which I take a monthly class from master body artists from all over the world. Each one adds a bit to my technique. I've also traveled to NY and CT for classes and seminars, and have attended a yearly convention in New Orleans. I'm also one of only 7 face painters in NJ who's tested into and been certified by FACE: The International Face Painting Association.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
It started with a single party in 2003, when my friend's twins were turning 7 and she asked me to help figure out how to entertain them. I had her buy a small face painting kit, since she was the one with kids and "I'd never use it again." Famous last words. The kids wouldn't get off my line to go hit the pinata and get candy, and the parents started asking what I charged. A business was born!