Event airbrush tattoos and t-shirts

Families and teens at fairs and festivals, private party hosts, schools, and businesses or organizers hiring entertainment for events.

A set price per tattoo or item sold at public events, or a flat hourly rate when hired for parties and corporate events.

• Fast, steady airbrushing
• Friendly with kids and crowds
• Event booking and organizing
• Basic selling

• Use only paints made for skin, and check Health Canada cosmetic rules and any local health unit requirements
• Hygiene: clean equipment between clients and check for skin allergies and sensitivities
• Event vendor fees, permits and insurance requirements vary by organizer and municipality, so check each one
• Commercial general liability insurance is often required to book events
• Outdoor events are seasonal in much of Canada, so plan for slow winter months
• Register for GST/HST once revenue passes the small supplier threshold

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $800 to $3,500 CAD, depending on your airbrush equipment, skin-safe paints, stencils and booth setup. Event vendor fees may add to your running costs.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,500 CAD, depending on how many events you book and your prices. That is revenue, not profit, and the estimate assumes at least about 8 hours a week.

Check that you use only paints made for skin, plus Health Canada cosmetic rules and local health unit requirements. Also check hygiene and allergy practices, each event's fees, permits and insurance needs, and GST/HST registration. Winter is typically slower.