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About
Artist and Owner, Janice Louise Gerlach, and has painted and twisted for Trolls: The Experience (was even flown out to Los Angeles to face paint for their sequel movie premiere!), Macy's Department Store, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Sprint, National Parks Service, National Night Out, and more!
Please note:
- I have a two hour minimum for all bookings.
- Travel from Metuchen, NJ may require a travel fee. Travel fees are separate from the hourly artist cost and are calculated roundtrip from downtown Metuchen.
- To officially book a date, I require a signed contract and 50% retainer.
Proof of Insurance available upon request.
Janice Louise Gerlach, LLC
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 177 times
Serves Metuchen, NJ
Background checked
2 employees
7 years in business
Business hours
Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pmMon10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Event type
Balloon art type
Simple balloon twisting
Detailed balloon art
Face Painting services
Yes
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Renee L.
May 3, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Janice was amazing to work with. She was super responsive from the start. The whole time she was at our party, she was making balloons and face painting a range of simple to quiet complex creations! She was patient and kind to all of the kiddos as well as being quick so there was never a long wait. I would definitely use her services again and recommend her to anyone!
Details: 21 - 40 guests • 7 - 10 years old • Birthday party • Balloon twisting
Face Painting
Adriana B.
6 days ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Janice was amazing!!! She was so great with the kids and the adults!!! Her face painting was amazing and the balloon art was the best!! All the kids enjoyed everything so much and my son had a blast! I 100% recommend Sparkly Monsters Club !
Details: Birthday party • 11 - 20 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Allie m.
Jun 1, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Janice was absolutely amazing. The kids adored her and couldn’t get enough of the balloons and the face paintings. She was so kind and professional. Highly recommend for any special event.
Details: Birthday party • 21 - 40 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 18 or older • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Stephanie F.
Sep 5, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
This was an amazing addition to my party. The kids loved it and everything was done beautifully! I loved it all and Janice was professional, punctual, and so artistic. She was so wonderful with the kids.
I also especially loved how she came with balloons especially for the theme. It was the perfect touch!
Details: Birthday party • 11 - 20 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • I'm flexible • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Patricia W.
Jun 28, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Janice was incredible; she staffed a backyard event for us and the kids (and parents) raved about her. We would absolutely love to work with her again.
Details: Birthday party • 21 - 40 guests • Younger than 4 years old • 4 - 6 years old • 7 - 10 years old • 18 or older • Simple balloon twisting (e.g., one-balloon dog) • Detailed balloon art (uses several balloons) • Face painting is needed
Balloon Twisting
Credentials
Background Check
Janice Gerlach
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing for private parties is hourly and travel fees are calculated roundtrip from downtown Metuchen, NJ.
To officially book a date, I require a 50% retainer and a signed contract.
If you are holding a festival or other public event, please ask about alternative payment structures.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I love to get to know my clients a little bit - what designs are they looking for? Is this a themed party? How many children?
Then once we settle the fine points, I will send my contract and retainer information. Both a signed contract and 50% retainer payment are required to book the date. Final payments are due the day prior to the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I trained at the Makeup Designory in NYC for theatrical makeup and then trained and worked at NBC Universal’s Trolls: the Experience as a face painter. They even sent me out to Los Angeles to paint for the premiere of the second movie!
