What is the FABAIC? FABAIC is the annual Face and Body Art International Convention which takes
place in May in Orlando, Florida. Over 400+ painters from around the world gather together to experience the largest face and body painting convention in the US. Classes are offered in Face and Body Art, brush, sponge, airbrush as well as henna, glitter tattoo and SFX. The first convention was May 2002 in Orlando, Fl.

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.  
Click here for all your Convention Registration options.

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 classesvto choose from, taught by a group of International, highly-skilled instructors.
Pre-classes are offered on Wednesday for an additional fee.
View the full convention class schedule here.

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.
View the list of instructors here.

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, Graftobian Make-Up Company, Airbrush Body Art, Temptu, Pro Nose, Silly Farm, Amerikan Body Art, and many, many more. If you are interested in reserving space in the Vendor Marketplace, please contact Leon McBryde.

Is there competition? This year we have changed our Competitions. This year the Face Painting & Youth Competitions will be held Saturday in the morning, only, the Body Painting Competition will be held on Sunday from 10am - 4pm. and all who are registered may particiapte if they choose to do so.  In the Body Painting Competition we listened to your feedback and have added an Instructor Division this year along with the Professional & Semi-Professional Divisions.
There will be prizes in each.  For more information and full details, 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 Costume Party Banquet ticket, unlimited access to the marketplace, a convention T-shirt and a goody bag. 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. 
Click here for all Hotel Information.

Can you help find me a roommate?
There is a special topic category on the Discussion Board for those looking to find a roommate for the convention. Post your roommate request or see who else has already posted.
http://groups.google.com/group/fabaic