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Before You Book
Before you lock in your date, here's everything you need to know to make the process smooth from start to finish. A little prep now means one less thing to worry about later, and it helps us bring you the best possible experience on event day.
How do I book my event?
Use our Booking Page or Reach Out to us Directly
Phone or text: 615-398-2920
Email: dixielandfacepainting@gmail.com
For events through Nashville Metro, our ID is #192010. To book, simply select "book now, pay later' and we will send you an invoice for payment remittance.
The process is simple!
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Book Online - select service(s), fill out form, pay 50% deposit to reserve the date.
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We will text or email you to confirm your booking.
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Once details are confirmed as accurate, we will send you and invoice with a link where you can pay the other 50%, along with any applicable fees.
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Final payment is due 1 week prior to the event.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for weekends, holidays, and large corporate or school events. These dates fill quickly, especially during the fall months.
Hourly Artist vs. Vendor Artist - What's the difference?
First things first - did you know there are two different ways to book an artist for your event?
Neither is better than the other, they just serve different needs! When you hire us on an hourly basis, your guests get unlimited access to the fun without reaching for their wallets, and we get to focus on what we love doing.
*Hourly Artist
Means you're booking us on an hourly rate to focus entirely on your guests. No cash handling, no stall, no sales — just high-quality, fast, fun entertainment that keeps your lines moving and your guests happy.
This is what we do!
Vendor Artist
Means the artist sets up a stall, charges per face, and runs their own business within your event. This is a completely valid model — it's just a different experience for your guests and a different structure for the artist.
What do your charge for your services?
Our standard rate is $150 per artist, per hour, consistent across all event types and sizes, simple and straight forward. Packages can be customized with fun add-ons like bling gem sets, waterproof painting, hair clip ins and more.
Standard Booking
Each artist is dedicated to a single service—such as face painting, balloon twisting, glitter bar, hair braiding, or one of our other specialty services. This allows us to keep lines moving quickly, provide the best experience for your guests, and maintain a fun, efficient flow throughout your event.
Want more than one service?
No problem! Simply book one artist for each service you'd like to offer. We'd be happy to send multiple artists so your guests can enjoy everything your event has to offer.
Need One Artist for Both Face Painting & Balloon Twisting?
Some of our artists are trained in both face painting and balloon twisting. If you'd like a single artist to provide both services, we can often accommodate your request for an additional $50 per hour, subject to artist availability.
Simply let us know when booking, and we'll be happy to confirm whether this option is available for your event date.
Want balloons without the wait?
Rather than having one artist switch between services, consider adding pre-made balloon designs to your booking instead! We'll bring a selection of pre-twisted crowd favorites to hand out to guests alongside face painting — all the balloon fun with none of the line slowdown. 🎈
Additional fees may apply for:
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🚗 Mileage outside of central Nashville
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⛺ Canopy/tent rental
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🎄 Holiday bookings are priced on a case-by-case basis depending on the date. Reach out and we'll let you know what's available — and what it'll take to get us away from our families! 😄
Looking for a more budget-friendly option?
We have artists in training who work under our supervision and are building their speed and skills. Booking an artist in training is a great fit for lower-key events, with rates reduced by $25–$75 per hour depending on the artist. Subject to availability — just ask!
Tips & Exposure Events
We occasionally accept tip-based or "pick your price" bookings for high-volume events - festivals, busy community gatherings, or anything with great crowd exposure. These work best for events running at least 2–3 hours, weekday bookings, charitable causes, or when one of our newer artists could use the hands-on practice. Think it might be a fit? Mention it - we're open to the conversation!
Payment Methods
Square, Venmo, Zelle, company check, and cash at time of service (cash must be pre-approved).
What size and style of events do you usually service?
We specialize in corporate, community, private and sporting events (NSC, Vanderbilt, and the Tennessee Titans are just a few of our favorite clients), but we also regularly work birthday parties, charity events, weddings, school events, and employee appreciation days. Whether it’s 20 guests or 20,000, we tailor our setup to fit your event!
Have you worked sports team or team-based events?
Absolutely. We love sports-themed events and have experience working with teams, schools, and fan events. We can create team colors, logos, and custom designs to match your brand or spirit theme.
*We can provide custom stencils for paint or glitter tattoo upon request (additional fee for glitter tattoos).
Can you handle large events with multiple artists?
Yes. We can provide any number of face painters and balloon twisters needed for high-volume events. This allows us to keep lines moving efficiently while maintaining consistent quality and a great guest experience.
For this type of large scale event, having at least 2 face painters is ideal so guests have artist options and lines move smoothly. The more guests you would like to participate, the more artists should be added.
How many guests can each artist serve per hour?
A helpful way to estimate timing is to think in terms of 2–7 minutes per guest, depending on the complexity of the design and the flow of the line.
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Getting in and out of the chair
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Choosing a design
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Brief interaction and conversation
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Paint application and drying time between layers
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Rinsing and switching colors
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Adding details, glitter, or finishing touches
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Time for photos with parents
Even a very fast 60-second design still requires additional time between guests for setup, selection, and photos.
Estimated capacity per artist:
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Speed / small designs: 2–3 minutes per guest (about 20–30 guests per hour)
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Half-face designs: 3–5 minutes per guest (about 12–20 guests per hour)
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Full-face / detailed designs: 5–7 minutes per guest (about 8–12 guests per hour)
How long can each artist work an event & do they need breaks?
Our minimum event time is 2 hours, with most bookings ranging from 2–6 hours. We also frequently work full-day events of 10+ hours, especially for festivals, corporate activations, and large community events.
We’re very flexible and happy to scale with your needs. For longer events or high-volume crowds, we can provide additional artists so everything stays smooth, consistent, and enjoyable for your guests from start to finish.
Because face painting and balloon twisting are physically active, fast-paced roles, it is customary for each artist to take a short 5–10 minute break every 2–3 hours when possible to use the restroom, hydrate, and reset. While many of our artists are used to working through busy, continuous lines, these brief breaks help maintain the highest level of energy and quality throughout the event.
For this reason, having two or more artists at larger events is often a great benefit for clients, as it allows one artist to take a short break while the other continues serving guests without interruption—keeping the line moving smoothly and the experience consistent for everyone.
What kind of products do you use?
We prioritize your safety and comfort by exclusively using only FDA-approved, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial professional paints. Rest assured that our products are easy to remove with a simple wash using soap and water.
What if someone has sensitive skin or allergies?
Our paints are hypoallergenic and gentle, but if a guest has a known skin sensitivity, we recommend doing a small patch test first. We also carry hypoallergenic paint powder for those with sensitivities!
Is face paint safe for skin?
Have you ever noticed that liquid cosmetics like foundation don't mold, even after sitting unused for years? That’s because they contain antimicrobial preservatives, which prevent bacteria from growing in water-based paints and cosmetics, while remaining safe and gentle. We also clean our brushes and sponges regularly with antibacterial soap.
To learn more about the Professional FDA Approved paint products we us, click below:
How do I remove face paint?
Our standard face paint comes off easily with mild soap, water, and a washcloth.
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Light colors can often be removed with baby wipes
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Darker or more vibrant colors may need cold cream or a gentle cleanser
For waterproof designs, we recommend using a soap-and-oil mixture or rubbing alcohol wipes.
What if face paint gets on clothing?
No worries! Simply pre-treat with a stain remover before washing.
Hydrogen peroxide works especially well on whites.
Can I save my design?
Yes! If you’d like to keep your design, you can gently press a slightly damp paper towel against the painted area, then slowly peel it away. This can lift a light imprint of the design so you can save the memory.
Still have questions?
No worries, we've got you! If you didn't find what you were looking for on this page just reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. We'd rather you feel fully confident all your questions were answered before booking, than to leave you guessing!