PRICING & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Do you have a minimum or maximum time you can be hired for?
A. I may take 1 hour - 90 minute bookings for events during non-peak days/hours close to West Covina, CA (neighboring cities in the San Gabriel Valley area). For peak days/hours* I have a 2 hour minimum to book. I do not have a daily maximum, however if the event is over 4 hours, I may require short breaks.
*Peak days/hours: Saturdays & Sundays during the hours of 11am-6pm. Major holidays such as Halloween, 4th of July, Easter and Christmas.
Q. How much do you charge?
A. My standard rate is $120.00 per hour for a single service during non peak hours. For peak days/hours* I charge $250 for the first 2 hours, then $120 for each additional hour. There is a transportation fee if the event location is out of my normal travel range (See "Where do you travel?" Below).
If you request the combo of face painting AND glitter tattoos, the rate is $140 per hour. For other combos and service prices, please see my services page or contact Glitter Goose directly.
*Peak days/hours: Saturdays & Sundays during the hours of 11am-6pm. Major holidays such as Halloween, 4th of July, Easter and Christmas.
Q. How can I book you?
A. The easiest way is to fill out the short form on this site under "CONTACT" on the menu bar. You can also email me directly at [email protected]. I will email you back promptly and send you my booking form. After you return the completed booking form via email, I will email you a price quote and a link to send your deposit. After your deposit is received, I will send you a final confirmation email. You may also text to begin the booking process, but all bookings must be completed through email.
Q. Do you require a retainer fee?
A. In most cases, yes. Retainer amount depends on the length of time I am hired to work and the service package. For example, a typical 2 hour face painting booking retainer is $50. Longer events will have a higher retainer. Most deposits can be made online via PayPal, Zelle or Venmo. If you cannot use these, I also accept mailed money orders and business checks, but your event must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance for these payment method.
Q. What happens if I need to reschedule?
A. If my services have been booked and a retainer has been paid and you must reschedule, please contact me as soon as possible to let me know. I am happy to reschedule if I am available. Your retainer fee can be transferred to a newly agreed upon booking at a date and time in the future. If I am unavailable for your revised date and time, I can save your deposit for a future event within 24 months; otherwise the retainer is not refundable.
Q. What happens if I need to cancel?
A. If my services have been booked and a retainer has been paid and you need to cancel, please contact me as soon as possible to let me know. Your retainer fee may be refunded at your request if you cancel more than 7 days before your scheduled booking. Your retainer is not refundable if you cancel 7 days or less before your scheduled booking; however, I can save your retainer to put towards a future booking within 2 years of your booking date, for as long as I remain in business. You can pass this amount to a friend or family member, but I will verify with you before allowing it.
Q. How much notice do you require for booking?
A. I do not have a minimum requirement, but it is a good idea to contact me as soon as you have scheduled your event. Peak days/hours can fill up several months in advance. You may book up to 12 months in advance. Short notice would be less than 2 weeks. The less notice you give, the more likely I will already be booked. However, if you need me for a last minute event (even the next day) and I am available, you can still contact me for booking. In those circumstances it is best to text me directly at (562) 758-0750.
Q. Where do you travel?
I am based in West Covina, CA. My standard service area includes all of the San Gabriel Valley, Eastern Los Angeles County, Northern Orange County and parts of San Gabriel county. A more detailed list of cities is at the top of my "Contact" section. There are occasions when I may travel further for an extra travel fee.
A. I may take 1 hour - 90 minute bookings for events during non-peak days/hours close to West Covina, CA (neighboring cities in the San Gabriel Valley area). For peak days/hours* I have a 2 hour minimum to book. I do not have a daily maximum, however if the event is over 4 hours, I may require short breaks.
*Peak days/hours: Saturdays & Sundays during the hours of 11am-6pm. Major holidays such as Halloween, 4th of July, Easter and Christmas.
Q. How much do you charge?
A. My standard rate is $120.00 per hour for a single service during non peak hours. For peak days/hours* I charge $250 for the first 2 hours, then $120 for each additional hour. There is a transportation fee if the event location is out of my normal travel range (See "Where do you travel?" Below).
If you request the combo of face painting AND glitter tattoos, the rate is $140 per hour. For other combos and service prices, please see my services page or contact Glitter Goose directly.
*Peak days/hours: Saturdays & Sundays during the hours of 11am-6pm. Major holidays such as Halloween, 4th of July, Easter and Christmas.
Q. How can I book you?
A. The easiest way is to fill out the short form on this site under "CONTACT" on the menu bar. You can also email me directly at [email protected]. I will email you back promptly and send you my booking form. After you return the completed booking form via email, I will email you a price quote and a link to send your deposit. After your deposit is received, I will send you a final confirmation email. You may also text to begin the booking process, but all bookings must be completed through email.
Q. Do you require a retainer fee?
A. In most cases, yes. Retainer amount depends on the length of time I am hired to work and the service package. For example, a typical 2 hour face painting booking retainer is $50. Longer events will have a higher retainer. Most deposits can be made online via PayPal, Zelle or Venmo. If you cannot use these, I also accept mailed money orders and business checks, but your event must be booked at least 2 weeks in advance for these payment method.
Q. What happens if I need to reschedule?
A. If my services have been booked and a retainer has been paid and you must reschedule, please contact me as soon as possible to let me know. I am happy to reschedule if I am available. Your retainer fee can be transferred to a newly agreed upon booking at a date and time in the future. If I am unavailable for your revised date and time, I can save your deposit for a future event within 24 months; otherwise the retainer is not refundable.
Q. What happens if I need to cancel?
A. If my services have been booked and a retainer has been paid and you need to cancel, please contact me as soon as possible to let me know. Your retainer fee may be refunded at your request if you cancel more than 7 days before your scheduled booking. Your retainer is not refundable if you cancel 7 days or less before your scheduled booking; however, I can save your retainer to put towards a future booking within 2 years of your booking date, for as long as I remain in business. You can pass this amount to a friend or family member, but I will verify with you before allowing it.
Q. How much notice do you require for booking?
A. I do not have a minimum requirement, but it is a good idea to contact me as soon as you have scheduled your event. Peak days/hours can fill up several months in advance. You may book up to 12 months in advance. Short notice would be less than 2 weeks. The less notice you give, the more likely I will already be booked. However, if you need me for a last minute event (even the next day) and I am available, you can still contact me for booking. In those circumstances it is best to text me directly at (562) 758-0750.
Q. Where do you travel?
I am based in West Covina, CA. My standard service area includes all of the San Gabriel Valley, Eastern Los Angeles County, Northern Orange County and parts of San Gabriel county. A more detailed list of cities is at the top of my "Contact" section. There are occasions when I may travel further for an extra travel fee.
Q. What services do you provide?
A. For your typical party, I provide face painting and glitter tattoo services. You may choose either service or both for a small additional fee. I provide a wide variety of options for all ages. I am happy to paint as many designs within the time allotted. Any design may add glitter for free. Having a blacklight party? I can provide neon/UV paintings at no extra fee.
For an extra fee, I offer bling jewels that can be added to your face painting designs. Bling jewels stick on with a cosmetic adhesive and can be removed and reused! Also, for an extra fee I have extra large glitter tattoos and matte tattoos (black temporary tattoos that look more realistic). These are great for teen and adult parties. I also provide private session body painting. Contact me for more details.
Q. Do you also work at events where it is pay-per-face?
A. Absolutely. If you have a large event where instead of hiring me at a flat hourly rate you'd prefer for me to set my own individual prices per piece, I am happy to consider it. I typically do this at large outdoor events such as farmers markets, festivals and carnivals where there is a large crowd and plenty of foot traffic. For further information, please contact me directly.
Q. What kind of paint do you use?
A. I use high-quality, FDA approved face paints. The same brands used by makeup professionals and major theme parks. High-quality paints make for better quality designs, are easier on the skin and last longer than cheap products. Please be wary of face painters that use acrylic paints or other paints not made specifically to be used as face paints, as these are not safe for the skin. The brands I use include Wolfe, Diamond FX, TAG, FAB, Fusion, Paradise, Cameleon and Global.
Q. How do glitter tattoos work?
A. Glitter tattoos do no go on the face. They are typically placed on the arm, leg, collar, back, neck, etc. First, I apply a stencil and cover it with a special adhesive designed for skin (similar to eyelash glue). Then I remove the stencil and sprinkle various glitter colors over the adhesive and brush off any excess. The glue dries almost instantly and then the glitter tattoo is set. It will last for several days, depending on skin type, placement and care. Glitter tattoos will not wash off in water if you are careful not to scrub it. Glitter tattoos can be removed easily with baby oil or rubbing alcohol, or you can let it fade away on its own over time. I have a book of over 400 stencils, including many popular cartoon and film characters. If you have a themed event, I will do my best to provide glitter tattoo options that fit your theme.
Q. Who will you paint?
A. Face painting is recommended for ages 3 and up. Please note that painting infants is not recommended as they have very sensitive, delicate skin that may not react well to paints. However, this is at the parent's discretion. I also do not paint any guest that is crying, scared or otherwise uncomfortable with being painted. I have no interest in upsetting or stressing out any guest. If a small child cannot stay still for a face painting, I can try the arm. If they do not want that either, I can offer a stamp or a sticker for them. My services are an optional entertainment for anyone who is interested. Also, if a guest has an open sore, contagious illness or a known sensitivity or allergy to face paint or glitter tattoo products they should refrain from using my services.
Q. How many face painting designs can you do per hour?
A. At a typical party I average about 15 standard designs per hour. A standard design takes approximately 3-5 minutes and may be on the face, arm, leg, collar, etc. An example folder of my standard designs are provided at the event. For large public event with a lot of foot traffic, I can offer my fast designs only (2-3 mins.), which will allow me to paint about 20-25 designs per hours. Larger, more intricate designs and special requests take longer (10 mins.+) but I am happy to do them if your time allows and your guest numbers are low. The size of the design does not necessarily correlate with the time it takes to paint. A small cheek design may actually take longer than a mask, depending on the design. Often times asking me to make a design smaller is more difficult and takes longer. The time a design takes also depends on how still the guest is. Squirmy or talkative guests take longer. I always suggest guests stay as still as possible and refrain from eating or talking while I paint so that their designs come out as nicely as possible. Please note that I do not ever guarantee a certain number of guests will be painted. I always strive to do my very best to serve as many guests as time and circumstances allow. If there are still many guests that want to be painted after my time has ended, you may ask me to extend my time, depending on my availability.
Q. How many glitter tattoo design can you do per hour?
A. At a typical party I average about 15 designs per hour. A standard tattoo takes approximately 3-5 minutes and may be placed almost anywhere except the face. Please note that I do not ever guarantee a certain number of guests will receive tattoos. I always strive to do my very best to serve as many guests as time and circumstances allow. If there are still many guests that want tattoos after my time has ended, you may ask me to extend my time, depending on my availability.
Q. Do I need to provide anything for you at the event?
You typically do not need to supply tables or chairs. I need at least a 6' x 6' empty space that is level and dry to set up my gear. I also require a covered/shaded area that is at least 6' x 6' wide if the event is outdoors and the weather is warm or if it is raining. Shade is crucial for the artist, their equipment and the comfort of your guests. If the event is at night or in a poorly lit area, I will need you to provide good lighting. If your event has stairs, steep hills or parking restrictions/pay parking, please let me know before booking to make arrangements. Client must cover the cost of any required parking fee. I transport my gear in a collapsible wagon and may need assistance if there is no wheelchair access.
Q. What is the best time during my event to have you come?
A. At a typical party, I suggest booking me at least 30 minutes after your official event start time. This allows your guests time to arrive, mingle and consider whether they'd like to be painted or get a tattoo. It is also important to take into consideration things such as weather and lighting. Sunlight is always preferable. If it gets dark, I will need good lighting.
Q. What is your set up/tear down time?
A. For most events I arrive approximately 10-15 minutes before start time to set up. I take about 5 minutes to tear down after the end time.
Q. How long have you been a face painter?
A. I have been painting as Glitter Goose since 2012. I also have an extensive background in fine art, theater and music.
Q. Why do you face paint for a living?
A. I truly feel like I have one of the best jobs in the world. I get to be creative, then hold up a mirror and see some smiles - occasionally even make someone's day. I do it because I love people, I love art and - BONUS - I get to go to a lot of fun parties!
Q. Is Glitter Goose your name?
A. It is my business name and nickname. You are welcome to call me "Glitter Goose" or "Goose". My actual name is Genevieve Atkerson.
