On average, a face painter can paint approx. 10-12 full faces per hour, however, most established face painters could speed paint, which means they can paint up to 20 faces per hour by offering small designs with less detail.

As of May 4, 2024, the average hourly pay for a Face Painter in the United States is $16.99 an hour.

The term 'portrait painting' can also describe the actual painted portrait. Portraitists may create their work by commission, for public and private persons, or they may be inspired by admiration or affection for the subject. Portraits often serve as important state and family records, as well as remembrances.

Face painters can work at amusement parks, sports stadiums, festivals, state or county fairs, street fairs, and private parties. You create hand painted designs or turn children into specific characters, such as cartoon heroes or animals.