What is the FABAIC? FABAIC is the annual Face and Body Art International Convention which takes

Who are the Producers? Marcela Murad and Silly Farm Supplies are honored to be the 2010 convention producers.

Who should attend? Anyone and Everyone that has an interest in learning how to face and/or body paint with brush, sponge or airbrush should attend the Face and Body Art International Convention. We offer classes from SFX to Glitter tattoos, beginner paint and brush strokes to advanced bodypainting!  Everyone interested in advancing their current skills and elevating them to the next level is invited to come join us. Classes from beginner to advanced are offered in all mediums. Nightly Jams are part of the fun, so come with lots of ideas to practice.

Is it open to the public? Convention registration is required to attend the classes, jams, Welcome Party, and Sunday Banquet. Anyone may register, and additional tickets are available for the Sunday Banquet if you would like to bring your children or friends. Daily passes are also available.  
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What should I expect? Expect LOTS OF FUN and fellowship with over 400 painters from around the world and an abundance of inspiration and education from some of the best painters in the business! The convention runs Thursday through Sunday, in May. We offer continuous classes on all the face and body arts, nightly "jam" sessions, and this years BRING ON THE BLING Party/Banquet on Sunday evening. 

Are there classes? There are over 100 classes to choose from, taught by a group of International, highly-skilled instructors. Here you will find beginner and advanced classes in Airbrushing, Henna, Glitter Tattoos, Face Painting and Body Art.
Pre-classes are offered on Wednesday for an additional fee.


Who are the instructors? Our instructors are some of the best body artists in the industry. We have traveled the planet in search of some the most qualified and diversified artists of our industry. Each year we hope to invite new instructors to the FABAIC, along with the Masters of Face & Body Painting. Some previous Instructors may choose not to teach but are excited to be part of the convention and will be Jamming, Co-Instructing and showcasing thier Artwork.


Is there a vendor’s room? We have one of the world's largest "Marketplace" stocked with all the "essentials" of the face and body painting business. Past vendors have included Wolfe FX, Mehron, Kryolan, Paradise,  Snazaroo, Exotic Contact Lenses, Glimmer, Royal Brush, Pro Face, Silly Farm, Amerikan Body Art, and many, many more. If you are interested in reserving space in the Vendor Marketplace, please contact Leon McBryde or Deidre MacDonald.
deidre@fabaic.com


Is there competition? Yes! We have Face Painting Competitions for Children, Youth, Novice, Semi-Pro and Professional Divisions.

We also offer a Body Painting Competition. More information is coming soon.

Instructors will not participate in the face painting competitions.
Please visit the Competition page here.

What’s included in registration? Where do we begin!
Entrance to classes, "jams" and an exclusive invitation to our Welcome Party, a single Gala Banquet ticket, unlimited access to the marketplace and much more. There are additional special events being planned so check back often for updates.

May I purchase extra banquet tickets? Yes, you may purchase extra tickets based on availability. If you may purchase extra banquet tickets for friends or family when you register online, at www.fabaic.com, or please contact us directly.

Any additional costs? Hotel costs are separate and all meals are on your own (except the banquet).
Don’t forget to bring money for any painting supplies you might wish to purchase at the Vendor Room Marketplace.

What should I bring? Bring your painting "kit" or a "mini" version of your kit, or at the very least a few pots of paint and a few brushes to practice.  Bring or arrange for a Model if you are planning on entering the competitions. There is one of the largest "Marketplace" with all the major vendors if you forget something or want to try the latest products. Don’t forget your camera, extra film/memory, paper, pen, business cards, samples of your work, sunscreen, bathing suit, light sweater or jacket, and money to SHOP!

What’s the hotel like? Each convention we try to negotiate a discount rate with one or more local hotels. This year we are excited to be at the luxurious DoubleTree Hotel at Universal Orlando. 
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