advocacy to artistry

From Advocacy to Artistry

People often ask:

"How long have you been painting? and/or 

"How did you get into this?"

For many years, my career was dedicated to work helping special needs & at-risk children & youth which is where my journey as an artist serving other's began. The kids would show me a picture & I would attempt to replicate their chosen art with paint.  It became a therapeutic way to connect, bringing  moments of calm and creativity to high-pressure environment.

A Legacy of Community

What started as a way to help youth blossomed into a lifelong passion.  Painting at events across Southern Ontario including local company holiday gatherings, birthday parties and popular music concert festivals such as "Edgefest". 

For many years; being a foster parent to teenagers & my career were the primary focus.  However, I always looked forward to opportunities to utilize my brushes painting at private events & charities including:

• McMaster Hospital Children’s Oncology Unit 

• Children’s Aid events (Over 25 years)

   • Interval House (Shelter for women & children)

• Chance to Dance - Easter Seals

                   SPCA to name a few. 

The ColourPop Experience

In 2018, ColourPop Facepaint officially became a registered business after being inspired from a course with the International Face Painting School. Today, the little facepaint hobby is recognized as one of the city's premier face & body art entertainment services. More than painting faces, we provide engaging & interactive performance art. 

• True Versatility: Most events require a set menu for order & efficiency. However, when time permits, we can usually paint most anything a guest can imagine. If you can show us a photo, we can most likely bring it to life. 

When you book ColourPop, you aren’t just getting face painters; you’re getting professional artists dedicated to safety, authentic connection, and bringing a genuine smile to everyone we meet. 😊