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FAQ
FAQ regarding booking me
How soon should I book?
I recommend that you book 4-6 weeks in advance (8 to be certain!).
Or, may I suggest you book me first and then plan your party around my arrival
time. For those who love me so much you want to reserve for next year. I make note of the date and
try to make you first priority, however I open up dates about 3 months in advance.
Do you have packages?
No. You pick your activities and time.
Do
you base your cost on the number of children at the party?
No, I work with your budget/time and the number of kids you have. If you have 30 kids, for example
and can only afford one hour. I make everyone one small balloon creation,
or small face painting design. Of course with more time I can make more elaborate items.
Do you take credit cards? Do you work alone? What if you cancel? How many faces do you paint in an hour? When you face paint do you use a numbering system? When you face paint do you use a picture board? Do you have an order to your activities? What is your setup time? I have a small home, how much space do you need? Do you do boy parties/characters? More kids showed up then RSVP, what happens? Is there anything you need from me? If you're not available, who do you recommend? Do you have insurance? FAQ heard on the job Do you paint on any other kind of medium? Do you work on "Cats"(the musical)? How do you do that with long nails? Do your hands hurt? Do you do make-up? How many shows do you do in a weekend? What do you do during the week? Is this your full time job? Tipping....? How did you get into this? How long have you been doing this? Do you want to something
to eat? How did she get that rainbow on there? that quickly? (Overheard). Is that airbrushed? (Overheard). Is that your phone? (Asked by children). Anything else?
FHS Frequently Heard Statements You are AMAZING! I'm planning a party at the zoo. My child is shy. You are so good! You are so fast! You are so patient. I'm concerned about
the environment. I don't want balloons. They followed her to the bathroom.
No. Credit card machines increase the cost of business.
Yes. The rates are stated for myself. If you want additional entertainers, I can find them and you must pay their fee.
In all my years of performing I have not cancelled a show. As a performer I am instilled with "the show must go on"
mentality. If for some reason, I cannot perform. I will try to find you another entertainer.
It depends. I can do 1 or 40. The fewer faces, the more detail.
With many faces I can do small eye/cheek designs. The best thing is to figure out your budget/time and I work within those parameters.
No. To expedite the painting, I start with girls first: princess, butterflies, other creations, followed by boys. If it's a boy party, I reverse the order.
No. To expedite the painting, I offer the most popular choices based on the theme of the party. For those guests undecided,
we talk about what they like and I offer suggests.
When I arrive I assess the situation and I
see what will be the best order of things.
Most of the time I will start with face painting
or balloons to get to know the guest.
Normally I like to end with magic as a high
note after everyone has warmed up to me.
Every party is different. And I do what I feel
would work best. If you have something planned, such as lunch,
at a specific time please let me know and then I'll work around your time slot.
If the kids must sit down and eat when I'm there, that's ok. I can make balloon art while they eat. Or I can finish
face painting.
I have NO set up time. I'm entertaining as soon as I enter your event. I open up my kits and I start.
Most of my activities can be done in a living room size space. You may want to remove the coffee table to provide more room. With the parachute, I'll roll it up to fit the space.
Yes, I'm an equal opportunity partier.
Not to worry. I can either make quick simple items, eliminate an activity or if I have time available you can hire me
to stay longer.
THANK YOU to all who offer. For face painting,
if you could provide a table, even as small as 1 x 1 or larger, waist height
with a step stool or chair for the child to stand on to raise them to my
height. If you have a child's table and chair that's
a great 2nd alternative. Also, some of my costumes require 2 hands just
to carry the dress I'm wearing in - ballgowns have a 3 foot diameter!
So I'm grateful if 1 or 2 people can help bring
in my equipment. This allows me to make a more regal appearance.
Unfortunately, I have not met anyone who is as talented in as many areas as I am or has as many costumes.
I can refer you to artists who are great at magic and balloons; and painting and balloons.
Yes, I am fully insured.
No. Just the skin, though I have painted the interior and exterior of my home.
No. Though my cat/tiger faces are stunning I have never worked on "Cats," but thank you so much for the compliments.
The length of my nails actually doesn't interfere
with making balloon sculptures, though it is easier to tie balloons with shorter nails.
No. Actually, my elbows do because they're perpetually at a right angle because I'm constantly in motion creating art.
No, however I have the skill sets to blend beautifully. If you are looking for girls party make-overs, upon request I offer a few shades of lipstick, eye shadows and blush. My paints can create beautiful face painted eye designs, called "beautiful nothings".
Typically, 3-5 on Saturdays - singing telegrams and walk-a-round characters for adult shows in the evening and about 3
on Sundays. Twice I have done 7 shows on a Saturday.
I run my business as a
Booking Agent, Administrative Assistant, Director of Marketing, Social Networking Manager,
Business Manager, Costume Designer, Logistic Coordinator, Web Manager and Inventory Controller.
Yes, I'm proud to say that it is.
Yes, clients have tipped.
The Yellow Pages. Yep. I always wanted to act. A singing telegram company hired me. Got into kid's shows. A woman from
another agency taught me basic balloons and face painting. Met a famous balloon artist who introduced me to more entertainers and conventions. And as they say...the rest is history.
My whole adult life I have been professionally entertaining, though I think my whole life has been 'entertaining'.
That is VERY kind of you, however, I am here to entertain. Even if there is no one near my station, there is always something to do: create a balloon, soicalize with your guests. I do except food to go :)
I have paint pallettes with colors already combined and I use a sponge or brush to apply the paints.
No. I've mastered the art of blending with sponge and paints, therefore it appears to be airbrushed.
Yes. (I've realized they are not asking me if it's MY phone, they're asking if it's a phone? It's vintage.)
Yes. My on time arrival, performance, costume changes, wardrobe development and website could not be possible without
the help of my mom and friends: Monique, Robert, John, Dan, Kwame and all my Mikes. They allow me to do the best for your party. And I am forever grateful.
Thank you. I hear that a lot. My years of experience, training, love of children, sensitivity of their needs, dedication
to my craft make me exceptional at what I do.
Call the zoo and check their policy about balloons. Some do not allow it! Verify their entry/parking passes for entertainers.
I'm aware of which children are apprehensive. I acknowledge
their feelings. I tell them that I will stay here and not go near them
until they are ready. I purposefully do not come close to your child until
they are ready. Please do not mistake this for ignoring your
child. I'm accepting their boundaries. Eventually, they do warm up :)
I attend face painting, balloon and entertainer conventions to work on my skills, so you can have wonderful creations. I want to do
the best job for you and your guest.
Once again, not a question, but heard frequently. I don't
believe people should have to wait in a line. I do beautiful fast work
so guests can enjoy other things at the party.
How can I not be? Kids are so excited to receive balloons
or face painting, I understand that eagerness. When they keep opening up
their eyes during face painting, I accept their comfort level.
I know its new for them I just repeat over and over, "close
your eyes, close your eyes."
Thank you for your concern. Balloons are made from
latex. They are biodegradable at the rate of an oak leaf - 6 months.
What can you expect when I'm a rockstar to 4 year olds! As long as there is a lock and I know how to get out. I'm good.
