1. Look at the photos of their work; this will give you an idea of their style and skill. There may be a link to their website which will show you more.

2. Compare the price guide. Generally painters will quote for each client taking into account distance, day (weekends are usually more) and the number of children attending, or whatever works for them.

3. The average speed is around 10 faces per hour. Check that the painter can complete the number at your event in the time available. You may wish to consider booking two or more face painters if you have a lot of customers. Ask the face painter if they have a colleague they would recommend and if not choose another painter from the website.

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4. Some of the painters listed in our Directory feature this icon in their listing. This means that they are a member of FACE, the Face Painting Association and have passed a certification test for speed, quality and working practices, and agree to abide by a code of practice. You can find out more information about FACE here: www.facepaint.co.uk

5. Some of the painters are students at The London School of Facepainting and feature this icon . This means that they have received professional training and have a free listing to help them start on the road to being fully fledged.  Generally they will be much cheaper than a seasoned professional, but they may well also be much slower, and you should take into account that they are still learning!

6. Check that the painter has Public Liability Insurance if you require it.

7. Our postcode search gives you at least 5 painters nearest to the event, if you are looking for a specialist, use the key word in the search, or check our HOT SHOTS list.

8. We have included a photo of each painter so that you know that the person you contact is the person that attends your event.