http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/-t1.htm OH! It is tough. Post your questions, experiences and expenses here. Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:24:24 GMT 10 http://i64.servimg.com/u/f64/12/94/23/19/311.jpg http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/-t1.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/just-a-little-poll-about-raising-your-pricies-t3012.htm Michelle Heffner Ivonne's response to another post in a different section got me thinking about raising rates and why we are all scared at first to just go ahead and do it. So, if you have raised your rates (ever!), let the rest of us know how it went. Let's encourage each other to no longer pander to the bargain shoppers. We want the best clients! ~Heff P.S. I raised my rates by about 50% and I have never been so busy. So there Running Your Business Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:52:55 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/just-a-little-poll-about-raising-your-pricies-t3012.htm#37763 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/just-a-little-poll-about-raising-your-pricies-t3012.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pay-pal-t3149.htm Kristal I think I'm jumping on the PayPal bandwagon for retainers. I've been using my account to buy stuff (!), but collecting money is another story. So I know that there's a 2.9% + $0.30 fee attached to each transaction, and it's as simple as getting them to send money to your email or sending them an invoice. Or taking their credit card number, I think I saw? (I just skimmed things tonight and I'm super tired...) A) Is there anything I'm overlooking when doing that? B) Do you charge your ... Running Your Business Tue, 31 Aug 2010 09:24:24 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pay-pal-t3149.htm#39523 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pay-pal-t3149.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-business-survey-t3013.htm Firebird FX Sorry for the dorkiness, but I'm investing so much energy in this business I just have been itching to ask these questions, I didn't want to come off greedy or rude...but right now I really need this to work out, so I want to know how you guys are doing with your businesses. I'll do the first one :] 1) How many years (or months) have you been face painting? For practice; 4 months, for profit; 2. 2)When are your busiest and least busy times of year? Not sure yet ;] 3)How much do ... Running Your Business Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:30:40 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-business-survey-t3013.htm#37765 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-business-survey-t3013.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/glitter-tattoos-is-it-worth-it-t2188.htm Painted Dragon
Do you think investing in Glitter Tattoos would be worth it for a fair? If so, which company is the best one to go with. Amerikan Body Art? Glimmer Body Art? Are they the same?

Thanks for any replies.]]> Running Your Business Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:23:02 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/glitter-tattoos-is-it-worth-it-t2188.htm#25496 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/glitter-tattoos-is-it-worth-it-t2188.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/new-banners-i-just-ordered-t2801.htm Perry Noia I just ordered some new banners from vistaprint for displaying my sample photos.... I know I can't switch the pictures out now as I get better, but even if I only use these for a year or two and have to switch them later, it's not so bad (it was about $60 for both, outdoor fabric, and rush shipping so I can use them next Saturday). I don't put prices to them on here because I do sometimes change my prices for different events. Running Your Business Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:51:45 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/new-banners-i-just-ordered-t2801.htm#34822 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/new-banners-i-just-ordered-t2801.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-as-your-full-time-job-t2861.htm CreateFaces Hi everyone, I know that this has come up in threads before, but I can't find it anywhere. How many of you out there run your business full time? Did you have another job when you first started face painting? - If yes, how long did you build up your business before your took the plunge into full time painting? I'm getting antsy and wish I could devote more time to building up this business and my hope is to be full time by next year. The numbers are looking good. Tell me your ... Running Your Business Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:14:12 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-as-your-full-time-job-t2861.htm#35826 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-painting-as-your-full-time-job-t2861.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/tshirt-silk-screener-embroidery-etc-t1884.htm BluAngL83 Hey everyone, I am looking to put my logo on some polos, tshirts, aprons, etc.. Any good recommendations? Also if there is one locally thats great in the DMV area....Gonna try to do an iron on on my apron, we'll see how that goes... Running Your Business Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:27:57 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/tshirt-silk-screener-embroidery-etc-t1884.htm#20937 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/tshirt-silk-screener-embroidery-etc-t1884.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/other-companies-contacting-you-t2987.htm Psalmbook I've had several companies contact me wanting me to paint for them. Some are face painters, one runs a singing telegram business & some are party planning companies. I really don't know how to answer them. In my opinion, they need me, but I really don't NEED them as I'm doing quite well. Does anyone have any experience with this & how they work with them without getting burnt? Things to look out for? One company wanted me to pay them an agent fee. I said no:-) The problem I'm seeing ... Running Your Business Tue, 10 Aug 2010 12:19:01 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/other-companies-contacting-you-t2987.htm#37403 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/other-companies-contacting-you-t2987.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/retainer-fees-t1382.htm Kristal I've got a party booked for next Sunday at a local play centre. Today, I get a call from said play centre, telling me that the party that was booked for Sunday is no longer able to held there. They wouldn't say why, but it was clearly something on their end of things, as they will be refunding the client's deposit. The client had asked them to call all of the other people who were booked for this party - fair enough, I'd have done the same - and the gal there asked if the client had paid ... Running Your Business Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:16:19 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/retainer-fees-t1382.htm#14913 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/retainer-fees-t1382.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/using-printed-practice-afaces-t2966.htm silverdragon19th Hi everyone, I have looked around but could not find this topic. I am doing a craft fair in Sept. me and one other person is just getting into this, I really dont have people to practice on and take pictures. Also getting time to practice on people is hard for me too because I work 2 jobs and most of the time 50 hours a week and some weeks 7 days strait. My question is would it be ok to use the printed practice faces to show the designs we do or would that look tacky? Right now we use a foam ... Running Your Business Fri, 06 Aug 2010 18:00:24 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/using-printed-practice-afaces-t2966.htm#37154 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/using-printed-practice-afaces-t2966.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taxes-taxes-taxes-t366.htm AngieAnders So how do you all keep track of your business expenses? Do you save receipts or deduct standard mileage costs? What are some tax deductions that I can make which I haven't yet thought of? Here are a few I've gathered: GPS purchase Insurance premiums Paint supplies of course Telephone bills Internet service costs Fuel for work related trips The computer and printer purchase Website fees Marketing supplies (biz cards, promo materials) Photo printing costs for menu ... Running Your Business Wed, 21 Jan 2009 02:40:54 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taxes-taxes-taxes-t366.htm#2672 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taxes-taxes-taxes-t366.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/never-work-for-just-tips-t463.htm Metina Ok. Some will say duh! I did a morning event yesterday that was very local to me and felt would offer some great exposure. Although I think it did offer some great exposure and will HOPEFULLY produce some jobs, the reality of working for 4 1/2 hours, painting about 90 kids and only making $21 in tips has left the worst taste in my mouth. I went to my next job of the day with a huge chip on my shoulder. A rule I have learned through a persuation book and experience. If the ... Running Your Business Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:05:44 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/never-work-for-just-tips-t463.htm#3577 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/never-work-for-just-tips-t463.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pricing-for-your-first-gig-t2261.htm SillyIzzy I'm no where NEAR enough a good painter to charge what the professionals in my area do, but my family members say I should charge around 50 dollars for the first hour and 25 each extra hour. I personally think that this is too high a price for just a beginner in their first gig. However, my family was arguing about the fact that when you do one party, the word might get around, and people will expect you to price their parties the same as they did for the original party. So what would you ... Running Your Business Sun, 02 May 2010 01:45:55 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pricing-for-your-first-gig-t2261.htm#26580 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/pricing-for-your-first-gig-t2261.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/client-database-management-t2680.htm Jessica Hicklin I was wondering if anyone uses a client database to keep your contacts organized....for mailings and such. I would love to know who is using what.
Thanks in advance!
Jess]]> Running Your Business Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:40:50 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/client-database-management-t2680.htm#33116 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/client-database-management-t2680.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/prices-t2658.htm thepirategirlpainter Hello everyone, i just have a quick question about Prices on your website. To do or not to do and reasons why. i got approach by an agency recently but he's asking me to take down my price points on my website. So i guess my question is, is it easier to have the customer e-mail or call and then give them a price quote or is it good to have it all out on-line form them to decided? thanks guys!! Irene Running Your Business Sat, 26 Jun 2010 13:41:17 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/prices-t2658.htm#32813 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/prices-t2658.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-t2607.htm Bec
-daycares
-day camps
-restaurants
-movie theaters
-small farms
-craigslist
-farmer's markets

the list goes on and on. How can I getjobs???]]> Running Your Business Sun, 20 Jun 2010 03:32:09 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-t2607.htm#32033 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-t2607.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/entertainment-directory-is-an-agency-t2341.htm Tash Hello painting peeps, I have stupidly stumbled into getting booked by an agent. I put my business details and some photos on an Entertainment Directory called EntertainOZ, I thought it was just like a classified of entertainment people in Australia.... I feel very stupid and naive now. They asked me to send quotes for some booking requests .... I did this and when someone wanted to book me for a Barmitzvah they sent me a contract to sign stateing I had to hand out their cards and blah blah ... Running Your Business Tue, 11 May 2010 01:50:48 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/entertainment-directory-is-an-agency-t2341.htm#27716 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/entertainment-directory-is-an-agency-t2341.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/help-t2561.htm Bec I emailed the head of a farmer's market in a swankier part of town here in St. Louis. I told her I was a face painter and was interested in being part of her market if there wasn't already a facepainter there. This was the email I recieved from her... Thanks so much for your interest. Are you thinking of purchasing a weekly space and charging the market goer's for the balloons and face painting? Or was this a service that you are wanting me to hire you for as a service for the market goers? ... Running Your Business Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:26:34 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/help-t2561.htm#31360 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/help-t2561.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/late-night-gigs-t2512.htm Kristal Just got an inquiry (from a repeat client, if that matters) about whether I'd be available to do an event that went from 11:00pm-1:00am. Do you charge your regular rate for weird times?! Running Your Business Fri, 04 Jun 2010 18:23:11 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/late-night-gigs-t2512.htm#30479 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/late-night-gigs-t2512.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-much-for-shrek-fiona-t2112.htm CATZ I'd made Shrek and Fiona costumes years ago for my husband and I as he's 6' 9" and a real ham. I dressed him up again for our daughter's 5th birthday last weekend and he told me today he'd be willing to dress up for other parties if I wanted him to. He doesn't do anything like balloon twisting and I don't think this old dog would be willing to learn either. He is very entertaining though and excellent with kids. He's like the pied piper. He does the scottish accent too. So my questions ... Running Your Business Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:16:14 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-much-for-shrek-fiona-t2112.htm#24181 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-much-for-shrek-fiona-t2112.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/bringing-bubbles-to-parties-t365.htm AngieAnders I'm thinking of adding a bubble machine to my party packages. It would attract attention at festivals and booths, and would be a great add-on for private parties. Does anyone have a bubble machine? Which model do you have, and how do you like it? I want a professional grade machine, but need it to be affordable (-$100) and it needs to be battery AND 120v operational since I never know if I'll have electricity available. Running Your Business Tue, 20 Jan 2009 21:01:16 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/bringing-bubbles-to-parties-t365.htm#2665 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/bringing-bubbles-to-parties-t365.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-long-do-you-wait-t2420.htm Kristal I had a last minute booking today. IE the client called last week, left a message, I called back, waited a couple of days, called back again, and gave up because it was 2 days before the party. Last night she calls me again (less than 24 hours before the party's supposed to start, haha), to book the party. She's a repeat client from last year, although I'd sent a contractor to work the party, since I was in Alberta at the time. Anyway, that's that. Get all of the info for this year, tell ... Running Your Business Fri, 21 May 2010 06:51:08 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-long-do-you-wait-t2420.htm#29063 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/how-long-do-you-wait-t2420.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/sensetive-questions-t2406.htm CATZ My husband is wanting me to prove to him that there is a market for my facepainting business and I can make money at it. He's gone ahead and 'polled' facepainters from 'where ever' to find out how much money they make. Two have gotten back to him with dismal news. So my questions to you all (if you are comfortable with it) are these: How much do you make in a year? Do you have children? How much time does facepainting take away from your family? Is this your primary income or secondary? Do ... Running Your Business Tue, 18 May 2010 18:07:40 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/sensetive-questions-t2406.htm#28697 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/sensetive-questions-t2406.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/insurance-other-painters-t2355.htm Kristal I thought we touched on this before, but I can't find the thread... I've (I think!) got a crazy client who has already booked, decided she didn't like the idea of me cashing a deposit before the event, cancelled, and now wants to rebook. She had hired me to paint and my contractor to twist - and decided that she has a friend painting now, and only wants me. Cool. She mentions that everything is the same as before, and since I was down for painting on our old contract, I said, that's great, ... Running Your Business Thu, 13 May 2010 00:27:57 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/insurance-other-painters-t2355.htm#28048 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/insurance-other-painters-t2355.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/smart-business-or-exploitation-t2298.htm Sue@AnyTimeAnyFace Here is the scenario... A glitter tattoo service calls you looking for your face painting services because they don't face paint and their clients wants a face painter also. They ask for a "better rate" and you will not be getting mileage reimbursement. You give them a discounted rate of $50/hr and you commit to doing this job in June. Later you find out that the glitter tattoos girl that hired you to do the job is also making $50/hr after she pays you when you are doing all the ... Running Your Business Wed, 05 May 2010 17:59:58 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/smart-business-or-exploitation-t2298.htm#27051 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/smart-business-or-exploitation-t2298.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/drinking-on-the-job-t2291.htm Kristal Obviously I don't partake in alcoholic bevvies while on the job, but what about after you're done? I've always politely declined at birthdays etc before. Potential PPB at the end of the month (down graded from an actual paid booking - GAAAH), and he's offered extra tickets, lunch, and bevvies in the beer tent afterwards. Would you take a client up on a drink or two after you've packed up? We'd be in regular clothes, so not obviously associated with children (aside from eye designs, haha.) I'm ... Running Your Business Wed, 05 May 2010 00:03:33 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/drinking-on-the-job-t2291.htm#26977 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/drinking-on-the-job-t2291.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/your-business-name-t122.htm Metina Just wondering how you came up with it and how you make sure you are the only one. I went it about it a bit backwards. I was looking around Vista Prints at the pre-designed logos and saw one I liked. It looked like swirls and curls and thought "There are a lot of swirlys and curls in face painting." Viola. I used the logo until I got my car decal done and the designer came up with something wonderful. As to protecting it. Who knows. I got my dot com at least. [img][/img] Running Your Business Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:27:02 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/your-business-name-t122.htm#673 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/your-business-name-t122.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/scheduling-breaks-t2271.htm Kristal I've got an 8 hour gig at the end of the month, and I'm writing up the invoice. I want to make note that we will be taking breaks - under labour laws (not to copy, but as a guideline - it's been so long since I've worked a 'normal' job...haha) all I've found is that breaks are to be at least a half hour after 5 hours of work. How do you schedule your breaks? (Assuming you take them. I know sometimes I don't, even during longer gigs, but I'd rather say I will and don't, than not schedule one ... Running Your Business Mon, 03 May 2010 06:20:42 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/scheduling-breaks-t2271.htm#26681 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/scheduling-breaks-t2271.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/suggested-wireless-credit-card-machines-and-companies-t2255.htm CreateFaces
I'd like to be able to accept credit cards at fairs.

Can anyone suggest a wireless credit card machine and service provider? I'm trying to do research on them, but I'm honestly overwhelmed by the amount of companies out there and would love to hear your suggestions or if you have had positive or negative experiences.

Many thanks,
Cheryl]]> Running Your Business Fri, 30 Apr 2010 18:14:23 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/suggested-wireless-credit-card-machines-and-companies-t2255.htm#26445 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/suggested-wireless-credit-card-machines-and-companies-t2255.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/would-you-paint-at-this-church-event-t2244.htm contrachapado I just got a message on my answering machine about a church wanting to hire me for two hours for some carnival event they're having. There will be about 100 kids there. I know I can't FP all the kids in that amount of time. Should I just say yes, and too bad for the kids that can't get painted. Since the event already has set hours, I don't think they can just hire me for an extra hour. I'm unsure of how to proceed. Thinking I'll just say yes, but make sure they know that I won't get to ... Running Your Business Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:56:17 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/would-you-paint-at-this-church-event-t2244.htm#26256 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/would-you-paint-at-this-church-event-t2244.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/problems-with-a-website-host-my-response-t2204.htm Ashley Pickin So, as some of you saw on my Facebook, I've been having a lot of trouble with the hosting provider that I use for my website. I keep getting emails saying that I owe them $100, when really I paid it back on March 27th. They've already disconnected my site once, and this morning I got yet another email from the billing system. No kidding. So here is my actual response to the owner, Michal. "Howdy Michal. How's the weather in Georgia? It's raining here in Virginia right now, kind ... Running Your Business Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:23:49 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/problems-with-a-website-host-my-response-t2204.htm#25737 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/problems-with-a-website-host-my-response-t2204.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/downpayment-for-funraiswer-chairty-t2187.htm Painted Dragon So I incorporated a fundraiser package, stating that I would charge a pay per face and the charity/fundraiser would get a percentage. Do you still think it would be okay to charge a deposit and travel expenses? Running Your Business Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:23:25 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/downpayment-for-funraiswer-chairty-t2187.htm#25487 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/downpayment-for-funraiswer-chairty-t2187.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/liability-insurance-is-200-painter-a-good-deal-t2145.htm avigailmilder I started face painting last year, and choose to get liability insurance through Specialty Insurance. The company was by far the most recommended on the boards. So now, a year later, I am starting to hire face painters here and there to work with me. Specialty Insurance charges $200 per person annually - which sounds quite expensive. Those of you that hire painters - any recommendations? who do you use? My family has a furniture business and we carry 4mil liability insurance, which ... Running Your Business Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:18:35 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/liability-insurance-is-200-painter-a-good-deal-t2145.htm#24801 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/liability-insurance-is-200-painter-a-good-deal-t2145.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/thought-i-d-share-this-t2127.htm Perry Noia http://www.icanopy.com/index.html]]> Running Your Business Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:33:52 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/thought-i-d-share-this-t2127.htm#24428 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/thought-i-d-share-this-t2127.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taking-credit-cards-t2047.htm Megan in slc I just got a company party and they have a credit card and it would be the easiest thing for them to pay with. I have not taken cards but I want this job. whats the easiest and cheapest way to take cards? Running Your Business Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:52:03 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taking-credit-cards-t2047.htm#23318 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/taking-credit-cards-t2047.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/contract-pricing-for-multiple-weekends-t2079.htm sparklingfaces So A resort contact me wanting to book every weekend during the summer.... YIKES... and ... YIPEEEE! So how do I charge them for this? I dont think they would go for my regular hourly rate, but what kind of discount should I give them??? Has anyone here been hired for anything like this? What was your quote for this type of thing? Did they hire you?? I love the idea of a steady job every weekend, but I dont want to quote tooo high and not get it, nor do I want to quote too low and miss ... Running Your Business Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:48:04 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/contract-pricing-for-multiple-weekends-t2079.htm#23711 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/contract-pricing-for-multiple-weekends-t2079.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/dragon-or-dots-t1831.htm Painted Dragon I've been toying with the idea of changing my business name from The Painted Dragon to Dot to Dot Face Painting. I've been wondering if Dragons might not be the best option because of the stigma it might have with churches and such. Here are the two websites (one still only partially done). Which one do you think works better? Amy I worrying too much about the dragon? http://www.the-painted-dragon.com/ http://www.dot-to-dot-faces.com/index.html Running Your Business Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:53:36 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/dragon-or-dots-t1831.htm#20185 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/dragon-or-dots-t1831.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/ever-need-to-make-an-insurance-claim-t1738.htm Sue@AnyTimeAnyFace I was wondering if anyone has ever needed to make an insurance claim. If so can you please share your story? Also, I have a question for those who have part-time helpers - as in teenagers for the summer or your own children. Do you insure them? I have an opportunity to do face painting at some corporate picnics this summer and while I'm thinking it would be wise for my glitter tattoo helper/worker to be insured I don't want rush to buy insurance when it may not be necessary. The client ... Running Your Business Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:30:16 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/ever-need-to-make-an-insurance-claim-t1738.htm#19217 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/ever-need-to-make-an-insurance-claim-t1738.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/can-show-me-a-picture-of-your-costume-t1840.htm Kristal Up until now, I've had to say no, and resort to descriptions. But now...I can say "why yes, yes I can!" I have a fab photographer friend who is nice enough to do my headshots/random photo shoots/promo shots for, well, pretty much food, beer and presents (and will occasionally let me pay him - at a severely discounted rate - to buy shoots for people as presents). I don't get asked for costume photos a lot, but I figured I should do them. We figured that since they're all costumes, ... Running Your Business Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:52:13 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/can-show-me-a-picture-of-your-costume-t1840.htm#20301 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/can-show-me-a-picture-of-your-costume-t1840.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/book-keeping-t1830.htm CABBYJ Tonight I'm attending a class on book keeping, and an intro to Quicken. Are there any key details I should watch for in relation to face painting business? Running Your Business Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:40:27 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/book-keeping-t1830.htm#20172 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/book-keeping-t1830.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-with-a-business-name-t1794.htm pjhamel So does anybody have some good ideas? Perhaps something that you considered going with but decided against? Any ideas or suggestions would be welcomed and appreciated.]]> Running Your Business Sat, 27 Feb 2010 13:42:23 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-with-a-business-name-t1794.htm#19826 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-need-help-with-a-business-name-t1794.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1452.htm Metina Super Quick Business Plan 1. Executive Summary 2. The business opportunity 3. Your information 4. Your marketing and income strategy 5. Marketing and operating budget for the year 6. Sources of capital Even though it can be fairly easy to get started face painting, it is still important to do some business planning to ensure success. One step in this process is writing a business plan. A business plan will build the foundation for a successful face painting ... Running Your Business Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:15:38 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1452.htm#15850 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1452.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/negotiating-with-festival-coordinators-t1522.htm christyscreations In my hometown, we have two festivals. The event coordinator knows me, so, I do not have to pay the booth fee. I haven't had much luck with other coordinators in my county. What is the best way to negotiate with them? The amount of the booth fees for some of the festivals are high--I'm not sure I would make a profit. How do you explain that to them and not have them think you are just trying to get something for free? Running Your Business Sun, 03 Jan 2010 18:12:26 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/negotiating-with-festival-coordinators-t1522.htm#16649 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/negotiating-with-festival-coordinators-t1522.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/it-s-tax-time-t1517.htm Metina Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy.... Just thought I would start a thread so we could all moan together! Ask you questions here. Let's all get the maximum deductions we can. Here are just some things to remember. I will add and you can add too! 1. PLEASE don't forget to take the home office deduction 2. ANYTHING you might have used even just a smidge for your business and have a receipt for can be deductable. 3. Credit card statements cannot be used as a receipt 4. Don't forget milleage. Running Your Business Sat, 02 Jan 2010 12:46:16 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/it-s-tax-time-t1517.htm#16605 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/it-s-tax-time-t1517.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-paint-cruises-t1410.htm aprilmoonflower This is my goal for next winter. I think it would be soooo fun! What cruise lines hire face painters and where can I find info. online? Has anyone here done this? Running Your Business Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:27:47 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-paint-cruises-t1410.htm#15258 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/face-paint-cruises-t1410.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/if-only-the-economy-wasn-t-so-bad-t1163.htm Dynamike
What I found out that is very helpful is putting more into marketing on the internet. It is helping my business pick up again.

Any one else had any problems because of the economy?]]> Running Your Business Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:27:09 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/if-only-the-economy-wasn-t-so-bad-t1163.htm#12177 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/if-only-the-economy-wasn-t-so-bad-t1163.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1388.htm Metina Since returning from Fab., one thing that I noticed that myself and other face painters might need assistance with is writing a business plan, which is the first step to any successful business. How can you accomplish your goals if you have none?? LOL I found this website and thought this might be a good place to start and I wanted to share it with others. http://www.sba.gov/smallbusinessplanner/plan/writeabusinessplan/index.html Running Your Business Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:35:56 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1388.htm#15030 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/writing-a-business-plan-t1388.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/website-started-t610.htm kyfaceandbodyart www.kyfaceandbodyart.com]]> Running Your Business Mon, 25 May 2009 22:14:57 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/website-started-t610.htm#5354 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/website-started-t610.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-am-sure-it-s-been-here-beforerates-t406.htm eva So I have been spending time to research rates of who might be competitors. Problem is (actually a good thing), I can't find any. I found one other company, that does the whole clowning packages. No one who just paints faces. The closest besides them to me it looks like is Kathy Oros, who wouldn't be in the same business range area. So how to set me rates..... I am uncomfortable with starting at 100 per hour, only because I am new and don't really have any demand. Is starting out at 85 to low? ... Running Your Business Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:56:01 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-am-sure-it-s-been-here-beforerates-t406.htm#3036 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/i-am-sure-it-s-been-here-beforerates-t406.htm http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/memorizing-names-t1062.htm Kristal At birthday parties, I try to have all of the names memorized during the face painting part, so that I'm able to use them when I'm doing balloons - points earned! At events, I usually don't even bother - they're only there for a few minutes and then they're gone. Or rather, I will try to ask names, but I won't worry about remembering them. At any rate, memorizing during parties = pretty easy. (Unless they're all unusual names...then everyone's "sweetie," haha) I do feel funny ... Running Your Business Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:40:18 GMT http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/memorizing-names-t1062.htm#10982 http://www.facepaintforum.com/running-your-business-f35/memorizing-names-t1062.htm