Dragon face painting
Children's parties can no longer be imagined without the use of face painting. One of the most popular options for such a make-up is a cute dragon. The dragon is a very popular image and is found everywhere: in games, films and cartoons, so we will draw it. We hope you are ready to learn.
What is required?
In order to draw a beautiful dragon on a child's skin, you must first work out the drawing technique on paper. You will also need high-quality paints: cheap Chinese paints are not suitable for children, they can cause allergic reactions. Choose paints made in America or Europe. Product certification in the USA or Europe guarantees quality formulations and safety. Execution of face painting "Dragon" for boys and girls is the same. Prepare baby's skin by slightly moisturizing it. It is also worth preparing face paint paints of various colors, a set of brushes made of natural bristles, and a hair band.
Do not forget about a cape that will protect your child's clothes from traces of paint, baby wipes and dry wipes, sponges. If you are new to make-up, we advise you to make a stencil, because children are often impatient and the drawing needs to be applied quickly enough.
Be sure to check if your child is allergic to paint components. To do this, a small smear is applied to the bend of the elbow and after 10-15 minutes they look to see if redness has appeared. If it does not appear, then you can safely start applying face painting.
Application technique
The technique of drawing the picture is as follows: first we apply the background color, then draw the outlines of the dragon's face or body and add multi-colored accents.Apply the background with a sponge or sponge in gentle circular motions, making sure to apply evenly. Coats must dry before applying new ones.
The contours are drawn with a thin natural bristle brush; wide strokes are best done with a wide fan-shaped brush. Imitation of scales can be done using stencils. You can also draw additional elements, for example, hearts, flowers. Glitter can be added with glitter pigment or rhinestones and sequins.
Sketch options
Consider several options for drawing a dragon pattern. There are both simple ones, which you can draw by practicing on your own, and more complex ones, the image of which requires “stuffing your hand”.
- Pretty simple image. The drawing is made in several colors, which will be easy to repeat on your own. The dragon is drawn in completely smooth zigzag lines.
- This drawing requires good drawing skills from the master., but if you practice on paper, you can do the same makeup yourself.
- Such a sketch will appeal to a novice artist. A minimum of details and clear lines - no child can refuse such beauty. However, teenagers will also not give up stylish minimalism.
- A dragon for a little princess must be absolutely unusual. For example, pink. However, this good-natured dragon can have any color. It is easiest to draw with a stencil, it will take less time.
- For such a drawing, you need to gain experience, however, charming dragon Toothless from the cartoon "How to Train Your Dragon" definitely worth it. Your child will love this face painting.
- Very nice sketch of a reptile requires a high level of skill from the artist and a lot of patience from the child. Will look great on children aged 7 and older.
- Not the easiest drawing to create, but undoubtedly beautiful and original. It requires considerable experience in drawing and perseverance, therefore such a pattern is suitable for a teenager of any gender.
- Easy enough drawing. Can be applied to any part of the body.
- A wonderful image of an emerald dragon on the face. Complex drawing, perfect for a teenage girl.
Where can you draw?
You can draw a dragon on any part of the body: on the face, arm, forearm, neck and even back. On the face, you can depict a reptile on the temple, cheek, or all over the face in the form of a carnival mask. A large-scale drawing can be drawn on the arm and forearm. Face painting is washed off with plain water. Wax-based or oil-based paints are washed off using soap, cosmetic foam or milk. The sequins are removed with scotch tape, it is glued to the area of skin with glitters for a few seconds, then removed.
Face painting is used to diversify pastime, it makes vivid impressions of festive events. Using stencils and makeup, each parent can masterfully decorate their child.
In the next video, you will find a master class on creating face painting in the form of a dragon.