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Hi, I'm Kat, The Painting Pixie 👋
Calm, fun, arty
Face painting and glitter that gets every guest smiling, from flower girls to the groom’s mates, so the little ones are happy and your photos sparkle
I’m Kat, a professional face painter based in Horsham, painting weddings across Sussex, Surrey and Brighton. Couples book me to keep the children happy during the speeches and photos, and it’s rarely just the kids in my chair! I offer face painting, a chunky glitter and jewel bar, and UV neon for the evening. I’m calm, friendly and keep the queue moving. Fully insured, DBS checked and 5-star rated on Google.
The Painting Pixie Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£160
Maximum price
£500
What’s included Every booking includes professional face painting for children and adults, skin-safe paints, bio-glitter and face gems, and all my equipment, including my table. I set up and pack away within your booking, so there’s nothing for you to organise on the day. Prices From £160: 3 hours of face painting with glitter and gems, perfect for keeping the children entertained through the reception. Longer bookings and extras, up to around £500: for bigger weddings or a full afternoon and evening, add a chunky glitter and jewel bar for guests, or UV neon face paint for the dance floor. Every wedding is a little different, so I’ll confirm your exact price once I know your date, venue, guest numbers and timings. Travel There’s no travel charge within 15 miles of Horsham. Beyond that, it’s 55p a mile for the extra miles there and back, always confirmed before you book. Booking A small deposit secures your date, and the balance is paid on the day.
The Painting Pixie Details

Products and Services

Face Paint
The Painting Pixie Full Description

at is the face painter behind The Painting Pixie, based in Horsham and bringing colour and sparkle to weddings across Sussex, Surrey and Brighton.

Face painting for your guests

Couples book Kat to keep their youngest guests happy and entertained, and it’s rarely just the children who end up in her chair! From butterflies, unicorns and superheroes for the little ones to delicate glitter and jewel designs for bridesmaids and grown-up guests, every design is painted to suit the person and the day. It’s a lovely way to keep children occupied during the speeches and photos, so parents can relax and enjoy the celebration.

Chunky glitter and jewel bar

A popular extra for receptions and evening parties. Guests choose their colours and Kat adds chunky bio-glitter, face gems and jewels, perfect for the dance floor and the photos. She is happy to match colours to your wedding theme.

UV neon for the evening

As the lights go down, Kat’s UV neon face paint glows under party lighting and brings an extra burst of fun to the dance floor.

Hen dos

The celebrations don’t have to wait for the big day. Kat brings festival-style glitter, gems and neon designs to hen parties, whether it’s a night out, a spa weekend or a party at home.

Why couples choose Kat

  • Calm, friendly and well organised, and used to busy events
  • Fast designs that keep the queue moving, so nobody misses the important moments
  • Brings everything she needs, and sets up and packs away within the booking
  • Professional, skin-safe paints and bio-glitter
  • Fully insured with £6 million cover and DBS checked
  • 5-star rated on Google, and 5.0 from over 30 reviews on Add to Event

Prices are confirmed for your date and a small deposit secures the booking.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Kat Parker
Hello and congratulations! I’m Kat, and I’d love to add a little sparkle to your wedding. Whether it’s keeping the little ones happy during the speeches, glitter for the bridesmaids or neon on the dance floor, I’ll make sure your guests have a magical time and you have one less thing to think about. Tell me your date and a little about your plans, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. I can’t wait to hear from you! Kat x

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(15)
(15)
Gill D
Wedding: September
November 2026
“art work on the faces is top notch”
Kat was absolutely fantastic. She managed to paint many of the children’s faces quickly - her work / art work on the faces is top notch. I would highly recommend her and would definitely use her again. Thank you Kat!
Bethany S
Wedding: August
November 2026
“professional, reliable”
Absolutely amazing face painter! She came to my son’s birthday party and was brilliant with all the children. The children absolutely loved choosing their designs and were so excited with the finished results. She was professional, reliable and added such a lovely touch to the party. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a face painter for a children’s party. Thank you so much!
Paul S
Wedding: November
November 2026
“took the time and care”
A great artist who took the time and care to make sure all the kids had the design they wanted. Turned up on time and worked past the time agreed. Thank you so much for helping to make Lilly’s day special ❤️
Lorella S
Wedding: December
November 2026
“the adults and kids very pleased”
I had originally booked a lady who cancelled 4 days before the part I found this lady last minute and she was a great help, very professional great value for money and excellent detail I’m so glad that the lady I had cancelled last minute else we wouldn’t have got Kat, the adults and kids ver very pleased.
James H
Wedding: July
November 2026
Summer fete: “exceptionally popular”
After having to find a last minute face painter for our Summer Fete, Kat stepped up and proved to be exceptionally popular with our guests on the day! Both professional and organised, I would strongly recommend The Painting Pixie for any family orientated party/fair!
Rosmarie L
Wedding: July
November 2026
“very artistic”, lovely little details
My son had he’s face painted at a party and this lady was very good! He is deaf & she was polite and pointing for him to turn he’s head rather than some would just shove hes face into a direction upsetting him so this was a big brownie point! Very artistic and finished of with lovely little details
Holly F
Wedding: December
November 2026
Christmas party: “an artist with facepaints”
Kat provided amazing face painting, each design was slightly different to match the features of each child. Prompt, polite, an artist with facepaints and just an overall lovely person. Would 100% recommend, amazing vaule for money.
Tracie M
Wedding: May
November 2026
Birthday: “would recommend over and over”
Honestly couldn’t have asked for a better service! The quality of Kats work was incredible, super friendly, amazing with the kids. Stayed for the whole duration. I honestly would recommend Kat over and over again. Her setup was impressive, so many things and colours too. Well done Kat, and thank you...again ♡ xx
Louise R
Wedding: June
November 2026
“Some of the best they have seen”
Kat was fantastic, great communication, great service and fair price. her facepaint was exceptional and everyone commented that is was some of the best they have seen. thanks so much.
Devika M
Wedding: October
November 2026
Corporate event: “punctual, creative, fun”
Kat was amazing! She was punctual, creative, fun and great with the children! Thanks so much for providing a great service for our corporate event.
The Painting Pixie Location & Contact Details

Address

Horsham, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

I'd be happy to come and visit you, but if you're near Horsham and would like to meet do let me know, I'd love to meet you

Nearest Town

Horsham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M23, South Crawley Junction

Nearest Train Station

Horsham

Nearest Airport

Gatwick

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FAQs
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Will grown-ups want their faces painted too?

Almost always! It usually starts with the children, and before long the bridesmaids, aunties and even the groom’s mates are queuing up. I have delicate glitter and gem designs that look gorgeous with a wedding outfit.

How do you keep the children entertained?

Face painting gives little ones something exciting to do during the speeches and photos, so parents can relax. I’m calm and patient, even with nervous or shy children, and I keep the queue moving so nobody misses the important moments.

What do we need to provide?

Nothing special. I bring everything I need, including my table and paints, and set up and pack away within the booking. Just let me know where you’d like me, ideally somewhere near the action.

Can you work outdoors?

Yes, I love outdoor weddings. A little shade, a marquee corner or a gazebo helps keep the paint and the guests comfortable on a sunny day.

Are the paints safe for sensitive skin?

Yes. I use professional, skin-safe face paints and bio-glitter. If a guest has very sensitive skin, a small patch test on the arm is a good idea.

Will it ruin outfits or make-up?

The paints are water-based and dry in about a minute, so they won’t smudge onto clothes once set. They come off easily with warm water and a little soap, or baby wipes, at the end of the night.

How long should we book you for?

Most bookings are 2 or 3 hours. Tell me roughly how many guests you’re expecting and I’ll suggest the right length. For bigger weddings I’m happy to stay longer.

Do you travel?

I’m based in Horsham and cover Sussex, Surrey and Brighton. There’s no travel charge within 15 miles of Horsham. Beyond that it’s 55p a mile for the extra miles there and back, and I always confirm it before you book.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Weekends in summer and the run-up to Christmas go first. A small deposit secures your date, and the balance is paid on the day.

What if our plans change?

Let me know as soon as you can and I’ll move your booking to a new date if I’m free, with your deposit carried over. If you need to cancel: 14 days or more before, the deposit is refunded in full; 7 to 13 days before, half is refunded; less than 7 days before, it isn’t refunded but can still be used to rearrange.