Face painting "Spiderman"
Face painting can be called a fairly new direction of body art. In just a few minutes, the masters of this direction are able to turn a face into an unusual mask, using special paints for this. Face painting can be applied to the body by both children and adults. This make-up is especially popular among children and adolescents. They usually choose for themselves the images of various characters, superheroes. One of the most commonly used images is the image of Spider-Man. It is worth figuring out how to draw such a mask on the face and what is required for this.
What is required?
For face painting, water-based cosmetic paint is used. To make face painting, the master needs to take care of some materials and tools.
In work you will need:
- paints;
- several brushes;
- sponges;
- container with water;
- napkins;
- small mirror.
In the process, you may need glitter containers and stencils. All of these items are sold in specialized stores, they can be purchased as a set or separately. For products, you can go to beauty shops, artist departments, or centers that sell acting products.
You should also prepare a cape to protect your clothing from dirt. The presence of the hoop will help remove hair from the forehead, so this accessory is indispensable.
So that the child does not get bored during the process, it is advisable to paint in front of a large mirror: this will allow him to watch with enthusiasm the performance of a magical transformation.
When choosing paints, you should pay attention to proven products. The most popular are TAG, Paradise, Wolfe, Kryolan and others.When applying paints from well-known manufacturers, you can not be afraid that they will start to wear off or leak right during the celebration. Choosing a palette with basic shades will save you money, since buying the jars separately will cost more.
In order for the makeup to apply correctly, it is important to choose the right brushes for this. It is better to opt for soft elastic options with rounded ends. Using such brushes with different thickness and size allows you to draw lines by changing their thickness and angles. Finishing of small details, patterns and fine lines is usually done with a thin rounded brush.
Face painting should be applied to the baby's skin carefully. The good quality of the material and the presence of natural soft brushes will make the procedure pleasant and relaxing. When creating makeup for children, many masters use materials with special markers, for example, 3+, 6+, etc.
Some people prefer to use only natural ingredients derived from carrots, beets or coffee, which are mixed with starch or baby cream.
Wax-based paints containing safe pigments have proven themselves well. They are made in the form of a pencil, which simplifies the application process. Crayons or pencils are more suitable for kids. Older children and adults can choose any options. When choosing paints, you should pay attention to their texture: it should be uniform and not disintegrate. Products must not have an unpleasant odor.
When applying makeup, you can not be afraid of skin problems, because hypoallergenic certified materials are used in the work. If you wish, you can use ready-made silicone molds, this allows not only to simplify the work of the master, but also to recreate brighter details in the form of scars, wounds, etc.
To remove makeup, you need to moisten a cotton swab with water and wipe your face with it, or just wash off the makeup with tap water. You can remove wax-based or oily-based paints with a make-up foam or soap. Any remaining glitter can be removed with a piece of tape, which is glued to the glitter area and removed immediately.
This type of makeup is not recommended for babies under 3 years old. Face painting should not be applied to children prone to allergies.
It is better to do a mock test by putting some paint on your hand and observe the reaction for half an hour. If a rash, itching or redness occurs, the procedure should be abandoned.
How to draw a mask step by step?
Face painting is similar to drawing on paper. Before work, you should take into account all the nuances, because an incorrectly delineated line or other error can lead to the fact that all makeup will have to be washed off. It is advisable to draw a sketch on paper in advance or practice on less complex drawings, choosing friends and family members as models.
The algorithm of actions, regardless of the type of design, usually follows one scenario.
- Cover your face with tone. To do this, use a sponge. It is important to apply a layer evenly and leave it to dry completely.
- Apply the pattern with the correct size brushes. When applying, it should be that the paint does not drip or spread, its consistency should be creamy. Errors are removed with a damp cloth or sponge.
- At the final stage, if necessary or at the request of the client, sparkles and rhinestones are applied.
Before applying face painting, your baby should ask him to relax. It is advisable to brush a little over his face with a dry brush: this will calm the child and set him up for the process. Applying this makeup will allow children to make their dreams come true and feel like a favorite character. Boys often choose the images of superheroes, one of which is Spider-Man.
You can make up in the form of a whole face mask or in the form of a small mask by choosing the area for makeup in the eye area.
For beginners, a simpler option with a solid mask is suitable, which does not require drawing small elements in large quantities. The process of applying a one-piece mask is as follows.
- It is necessary to sketch the face with red paint. To do this, use a sponge soaked in paint. In this case, the area around the eyes is left unpainted.
- Next, you should take black paint and use a thin brush to draw a cobweb, moving in the direction from the nose to the cheeks.
- It remains to process the area around the eyes. It is painted with white paint.
- At the final stage, it is necessary to smooth out the transitions from one paint to another. If desired, the master outlines the contours of the mask.
This option is easy. It is possible to make a more complex version if the qualification of the master allows it. Such makeup can be not only for children, it can also be used for an adult.
To apply face painting in the form of Spider-Man, you must do the following.
- Take white paint and apply it to the area around the eyes. It is advisable to work this area well by applying paint in two layers.
- Next, you should take a jar of red paint and sketch the rest of the face, blending the contours with a brush or a moistened sponge.
- After that, using a flat brush, draw lines with black paint, moving from the forehead to the chin. Then they begin to form a pattern in the form of a cobweb, without affecting the area around the eyes and chin.
Any boy will gladly choose such face painting for himself, especially if supplemented with a suitable suit.
Half face drawings
In the classic version, the Spider-Man mask is drawn over the entire face. However, there are many very interesting options when the drawing takes up only half of the face. This option is perfect for boys and girls, as well as adults who prefer minimalism. Considering the size of the picture, they pay great attention to details, carefully drawing small elements.
- To give the eyes more expressiveness, make-up should be applied correctly. When painting the lower eyelid, the child should look up, and while drawing the upper eyelid - down.
- Next, face painting is applied to the cheek and forehead.
- Considerable attention should be paid to highlighting the corners of the eyes.
- At the final stage, it is necessary to correct the drawing by filling in small elements.
The black color will help to highlight the details, effectively complementing the picture. To draw the elements, use a brush, holding it like a pencil. This will produce a sharper, more accurate line. The brush must be moistened with water, then dipped in the paint, turning in a circle. You need to make sure that the brush is at right angles. It is necessary to start drawing the second layer only after the previous shade has completely dried.
It is recommended to apply face painting in a circular motion. Applying with even strokes will cause the pattern to show through.
Unusual options
Among the interesting options, a drawing on a part of the face is usually distinguished. Most often, such a pattern is complemented by a spider. It can be of different sizes, move in different directions, sit on the web or not. The spider is painted in black, if desired, the details are painted with white paint.
It can be drawn:
- in the area between the eyes;
- on the cheek;
- on the forehead.
By connecting imagination, you can design in a wide variety of variations.
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