Why don't people want to pay artists?

It always confuses me why people think that face painters will work for free. I have bills to pay, kit to replace and children to feed. I understand charities can not afford to pay out lots of expenses but they can charge a decent fee to split between the artist and the charity instead if only wanting to charge £1! They could also look for a sponsor!

I don't mind donating my time for causes close to my heart. But I value my profession. 

It's twins!

I managed this pretty design for my twin mum to be belly painting

I have been painting again

My beautiful children have been letting me use them as face painting models. I have been trying out new styles and different takes on previous paintings. 

Some recent pics here 

Been busy painting and stuff

I have spent the last few months busy crocheting minion hats and pixie cardigans to the point that I have taken a month off as I had worn myself out!!! Instead I have been practicing my face painting butterflies as I am determined to improve them this year. 

Not too bad a practice I think :)

I have a lovely friend who is expecting twins this year so I now am trying to find something pretty to make, it will have to be two identical pretties and in white (my friend loves babies in white). Quite a tall order but my new quest has begun. Wish me luck :)