We have felt just like this disco ball, all, summer, long. Thank you, glorious people of summer 2022, for what has felt like one of the most special years we have had out and about doing our painty thing for some time. The Covid-19 pandemic, amongst other factors, meant we had downed brushes and turned our focus to other things for a while. So to be back together, doing what we love (ie. YOU), has felt divine. Before we delve in to the festival feels, we can't not shout about some of our favourite bookings of the year, including body painting an amazing pair of performers at the British Libr ..read more

Naomi (Nams) I have been decorating people’s faces since 2004. My face painting journey started on the streets of Mexico where I was performing with my partner of the time. Having seen the street clowns painting children’s faces, I bought a set and painted our faces (pretty badly!) for our street performances. Little did I know, from these humble beginnings, what a journey this would take me on and how it would change my life in such a positive way. On returning to the UK, after travelling all through my 20’s, I set up NamNam’s Face Painting in Brighton, slowly building up a small business, p ..read more

Tis the season! Halloween went off with a bang and, before we go any further, a huge thanks to everyone who booked us for some spooky painted additions. It all felt rather more mad than usual this year, after a 2 year Covid enforced hiatus and with the 31st landing on a weekend day meaning all events were squished into a shorter stint. Mad BUT brilliant to be back at it. Big ups to all the face painters and MUAs who work so bloomin' hard at this time of year - it can feel like a marathon! We had so much fun and worked alongside some incredible artists, contributed to some spectacular events an ..read more

Hello there. Wow, it’s been a while. We can’t say how much of a delight it is to be back painting you beautiful lot. Since Covid restrictions lifted and we could get our painty groove on again, we’ve adorned the faces of guests at weddings, Batmitzvahs, team building days, 40th's, 60th's, baby showers, hen dos, family raves and Pride events. Some recent clients have included M&C Saatchi, PETA, Phase Eight and Gok Wan! A few favourite gigs include a phenomenal 26th birthday party in the grounds of a private mansion, where guests dined under an ancient oak tree along beautifully dressed banq ..read more

Whilst acknowledging the loss and devastation that is going on around the world, at Poppy & Perle we have continued to try to fill our lives with positivity and colour and embraced the opportunity for learning, reflection and change. This is not to say that it has always been easy or that we are keen to leave the former shape of us and what we were achieving behind. We are determined to bring Poppy & Perle back, bigger and better than ever, and are sitting patiently until that day comes. The events and entertainment industry has taken a huge blow and will take some time to recover. In ..read more

We love getting together with other creative souls and creating magic, and our latest shoot in sunny Goa produced just that. A striking and bold design brought alive by an amazing model and captured so beautifully by a very talented photographer. Throw in some flower garlands made with love and the recipe for a successful shoot is complete! Our beautiful model Cristina had recently broke her elbow in an accident, and having witnessed her attitude and strength following this, it was clear that some kind of strong, warrior-esque design was the order of the day. Our photographer Eimi Thoren is a ..read more

Every winter, co founder of Poppy & Perle, Naomi - heads to sunnier climes in South Goa, India. What started as an escape from winter has now transformed into something more meaningful and worthwhile. Naomi has been helping a disadvantaged group of people there for the last few years, with physical and financial help from supporting friends and family. Learning English at the Mango Wisdom School and circus skills at Bliss Circus, weekly beach trips and a special annual trip to a water park have made a noticeable difference to the families lives, allowing both children and adults to grow &a ..read more

Weddings, hen do's and engagement parties form a significant chunk of our face and body painting and bio-glitter station bookings and what better time of year to showcase how our face painters can add some bespoke glitz and glam to your super special celebrations than Valentine's Day? The excitement and freshness of a newly engaged couple is palpable at an engagement party where clinking glasses, snazzy cocktail dresses and first time embraces from each couple's family fills the room. Poppy & Perle's face and body creations can add a colourful component to the already buzzing atmosphere ..read more

Sheltering from the blustery London streets, a world away from the adjacent bustling Bank station, in a gorgeous and grand art-deco gem of a venue, gathered some greats of the event world for a two day Summer Show spectacular. Under a canopy of pink cherry blossom trees and colourful hanging lanterns, exhibitors set up displays of their excellence and offerings in the industry, showcasing astonishing venues, catering, entertainment and decor ideas for presentation to top corporate bookers and event agents. Nestled between the adorable crew at Cuddle Club (including 3.5 year old Chubbs; litera ..read more

New year, new location - we are super excited to announce that Poppy & Perle are expanding our sparkly reach to the legendary city of Bristol! Whilst it's business as usual in the big smoke, we are now also available in the South West, with our shiny new Bristol Poppy & Perle branch... With an ever growing team of smiley, highly skilled artists to meet growing demand and a desire to spend more time near family and friends in the west country, Bristol seemed like a natural progression for us. With a loyal client base and ever growing business in London, nothing will change in that depar ..read more