ABOUT

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

I started Face Painting 17 years ago when a friend asked me to Face paint at her daughter's party.


I immediately fell in love with the art of Face Painting and the delight she could bring to so many children and adults alike.


I spent many years perfecting my art and after hearing the word 'Magical' many times in response to my work, i decided to call myself Magical Designs.


I joined the Face Painting association where i met many talented Face painters where i continued to learn and develop my skills.


I started to incorporate Balloon Modelling into my parties and this was a great success.


I spent many joyful hours perfecting my Balloon Artist Skills. I became a member of the Balloon Artist Guild, where i has had the pleasure to meet and learn from some of the greatest Balloon Artists from around the world.


In November 2016 i became an award winning Balloon Artist for my imaginative and intricate balloon modelling.


I am highly in demand for both my Face Painting and Balloon Modelling Skills and i am grateful to have regular clients coming back to Magical Designs year after year.

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CLIENT LIST

Ralph Lauren 

• Hope for Children

• Garden house school

• Rays of Sunshine Childrens Charity

• Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

• Now tv

• Peefer

• Berkley Hotel

• Harrods

• Brit Awards

Burberry

• John Lewis

• W.H.Smith

• Boots

• Oval Cricket Ground

• Harlequins Rugby Club

• Notting Hill Carnival 

• Bungalow 8

• Royal Philharmonic Orchestra 

• Kensington Whole Foods

• Maggie and Rose

• Starlight Foundation

• St Mary's Hospital

• Thames Festival

• St Barnabus and St Phillips School

• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

• 11, Downing Street

• Westfield

• Henley Regatta

• Sharky and George Parties

• Arsenal Football Club

.Lyric Theatre Hammersmith



London Face painter and London Balloon Modeler based in Kensington and Chelsea. I have worked at may fetes, parties, store openings and festivals in and around West London. Over the years Susie has painted many Children in Kensington and Chelsea and has a great reputation. Susie at Magical Designs is very much in demand. Clients come back year after year. Please book early to save disappointment.




TESTIMONIALS

Susie has been a wonderful supporter and friend of the St. Mary's Hospital children's services for over 10 years.

She has been part of our most special celebrations during the years and our annual Christmas party for the families and children simply wouldn't be the same without her!
The incredible designs and art work that she paints are admired by both staff and families and she brings such a personal touch to every single child(or parent)that wishes to be painted.


Susie has immense sensitivity and compassion which means she is the perfect choice for us to help bring some fun and light relief to our poorly children and their families who are having a really tough time! It's an added bonus that when she visits the ward she can make a personalized balloon for any children not well enough for a face paint design or tattoo.


Susie is a kind hearted professional and we love that she is part of out extended St Mary's hospital family.


We look forward to another 10 years of bringing amazing designs and lots of smiles to the kids at the hospital.


Thank you Susie


Tina Halton 

St Mary's Hospital 

Play Service Team Lead   

Children's Service



Dear Susie


I hope you are really well? I was catching up with our lovely Wish Granter Georgie, the other day and she was telling me about the wonderful wish you helped grant for Eleanor who went to see The Lion King, it sounds absolutely amazing! Thank you so much for all your help with that.


Lisa Withey

Children's service Manager

Starlight Children's Foundation



Dear Susie


Just a quick note to say a big thank you for all your hard work at the party and BEFOREHAND for my daughter's (and Casper's) 4th party the other Sunday at cupcake Family Club in Parsons Green.


Your preparation ahead of time was absolutely key.


The pre-prepared pirate and mermaid balloon figures were wonderful and looked great on the desert table.

And the pre-prepared mermaid and scepters and pirate swords were great. A huge hit for the kids as you would have noted from them running around like bandits at the end of the party.

As for the face painting, well you just got on with it and i didn't have to worry about you at all which was a relief. Thank you for going up to each child and making sure they had their time with you.

I noted you swiftly moving about throughout the afternoon getting your job done.

I had nothing to worry about with you and you were lovely.

Thank you so much for everything and helping make Alexia's and Casper's party a success.

Hope to see you again soon.


Best wishes

Christina



Dear Susie 


Firstly i would like to apologize that i didn't have the chance to see you again after your arrival yesterday, as you can imagine it was quite a busy day for us!


On behalf of the committee, i wanted to thank you for yet another fabulous team of facepainters which as ever were hugely popular with the children and adults alike! We all really appreciate the ease of working with you and this is reflected by our annual requests for your return. I do hope that everything worked well for you yesterday and that you had enough space and help from the Role Models if you needed it. Any feedback is welcome as it helps the Summer Fair Committee for next year.


Many thanks again and best regards.


Lydia 

Garden House school Summer fair Committee





Dear Susie


I am writing to send you our sincerest thanks to you and your brilliant team for supporting the Starlight Christmas Party on Wednesday 11 December 2019. Both Children and adults adored your beautiful face painting designs and as always, it was an absolute pleasure working with you and Louise - thank you.!


We have already received some lovely messages from our guests, one parent wrote to say,' we all enjoyed it so much, you guys put such an effort into the events, they are just brilliant, your all such wonderful people, and wow what a place it is so beautiful, the kids had a great time'. This is exactly the kind of result we hope for from one of our events, and we appreciate your help with making this possible.


On behalf of us all at Starlight, i would like to say how extremely grateful i am for your support and i look forward to working with you again next year.


Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!


Best Wishes 

Clara Longley

Events Coordinator/wish Granter


Dear Susie

It was an absolute pleasure having your painters with us on Saturday.  They were so friendly, organized and did a really lovely job - the faces they did were beautiful and the children were thrilled.  The Mayor of Hammersmith & Fulham ,P.J.Murphy, also very much enjoyed getting his face painted!

I will defiantly be in touch again for our next event!

Thank you so much for everything.

Kate Baiden

Producer Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, Lyric Square. London W6 OQL


Good morning Susie 

Thank you so much for all your hard work on Sunday. The girls had an amazing time and all your designs were so beautiful. I attach some photos for you . We look forward to seeing you at the Raba party next week
All the very best 

Charlotte and Lloyd

Dear Susie,


Thank you so much for giving up you afternoon and bringing so much joy to the children in the bone Marrow Transplant Party at the London Hilton. Everyone commented on the beautiful flowers and butterflies the girls had and the scary faces for the boys. I know the children found it very exciting and made the day very special for them.


Dr Josu de la Fuente.

Consultant Paediatric Haematologist. Imperial College Healthcare.



Dear Susie 


Thank you so much for today!!

Your Balloons are amazing!! You really made my daughters birthday very special!!

I will recommend you to all my friends.


Jacintha Schoon

Mother of Vivienne



Susie was a true professional, from the initial booking process, to being on time, being approachable and most importantly patient with the children. Her designs are AMAZING, and its still being talked about amongst friends days after the party.

Susie comes highly recommended.


Sarah

Mum to Tia aged 6




Susie is quite simply the best Face Painter and Balloon Artist we have ever seen. Not only is her work unique and unlimited, her lovely nature is a favorite amongst our clients too.


Maggie and Rose

Private Members Club

London Kensington W8 6NX 



Dear Susie 


Thank you for the brilliant Balloon Models, everyone thought they were fantastic. The boys are still playing with them at home.


Best Wishes Jennifer London Kensington




Hi Susie.


It was so great to meet you on Saturday. Thank you for doing a wonderful job. The Face Painting was amazing. We look forward to working with you again.


Tessa Clarfelt.

Bungalow 8 London Covent Garden



Dear Susie 


Thank you so much for all your hard work this afternoon. The children looked amazing and everyone was commenting on how original your designs were.

Amelias Unicorn face was so delicately and beautifully done - a real work of art. Thank you.


Emma




Thank you Susie for you excellent efforts on such a rainy day. Your Face Painting and Balloon Modelling was amazing and I am sure lots of people will be in touch about Parties and other Events. Thanks again. 

 

Bonney Venning.

Kew Charity Cricket Event.




Dear Susie,


 There really are no words i can express to say how greatful I am to you for facepainting for Starlight at Popham. You really are very generous and your kindness resulted in many poorly children being happy and having a good reason to smile.


Neil Swan

Chief Executive Officer Starlight Children's Foundation



Areas Covered

Face painting - Central London- City, Westminster, Camden, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth

Face painting West London- Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing Hounslow

Balloon Modelling - Central London -City, Westminster, Camden, Kensington and Chelsea, Lambeth

Balloon Modelling- West London - Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing Hounslow



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HEALTH AND SAFETY

Safety and Hygiene is of prime importance when Face Painting. All paints and glitters used are professional

products designed solely for use on skin.

All products have been purchased from reputable and long established theatrical manufacturers/wholesalers.


All products meet EU Health and Safety Standards.


All equipment is kept scrupulously clean.


A clean sponge is used per person to avoid cross contamination.

The brush water is changed regularly


Children must have permission to be painted and accompanied by an adult and will remain the responsibility of the parent guardian or host of the party.


If a child has an irritable skin condition it is not recommended they get their face painted.

Some individuals, particularly children and those with sensitive skin, will occasionally develop an allergy to the face paint.

Although this is very rare if you feel you child might be susceptible, please discuss this with the face painter before painting. It is always possible to do a patch test on the hand to be on the safe side.


Face paint can be removed with warm water, a little soap and a soft cloth. Baby wipes can also work well.


Susie and her team can provide an enhanced C.R.B disclosure and has full public liability insurance on request.

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PRIVACY POLICY

Safety and Hygiene is of prime importance when Face Painting. All paints and glitters used are professional

products designed solely for use on skin.

All products have been purchased from reputable and long established theatrical manufacturers/wholesaler's.


All products meet EU Health and Safety Standards.


All equipment is kept scrupulously clean.


A clean sponge is used per person to avoid cross contamination.

The brush water is changed regularly


Children must have permission to be painted and accompanied by an adult and will remain the responsibility of the parent guardian or host of the party.


If a child has an irritable skin condition it is not recommended they get their face painted.

Some individuals, particularly children and those with sensitive skin, will occasionally develop an allergy to the face paint.

Although this is very rare if you feel you child might be susceptible, please discuss this with the face painter before painting. It is always possible to do a patch test on the hand to be on the safe side.


Face paint can be removed with warm water, a little soap and a soft cloth. Baby wipes can also work well.


Susie and her team can provide an enhanced C.R.B disclosure and has full public liability insurance on request.

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