Hollis Banks Face Painter

Pleasant Hill, CA

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Travels up to 30 miles

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Overview

Hello everyone, my name is Hollis Banks and I have been a professional face painter for over 30 years. I provide face painting for Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Moraga Country Club, and more. I offer both cheek and full-face painting and specialize in unicorns, Pikachu, roses, rainbows, and sports images like soccer balls, basketballs, and logos of all the local teams. My full-face Batman design is one of the most popular ones I do. There are a lot more pictures available to see, if necessary and am usually available any weekend or weeknight for birthday parties, business associated picnics, etc. Thanks for checking out my site and I hope I can do some work for you in the future! Hollis


Reviews

15 reviews

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Kerry N.

June 4, 2026
Verified review

Face Painter for Our Family Night at Claremont Country Club

Hollis was great to work with from start to finish. As this was my first time using GigSalad, I appreciated her responsiveness and ease of communication throughout the planning process.
The kids loved the beautiful face painting designs, and thanks to her efficiency, the line moved quickly and wait times were minimal. Hollis was friendly, talented, and a wonderful addition to our event. I would gladly recommend her for any special occasion.

Hired as: Face Painter


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Rena M.

June 25, 2024
Verified review

No show

On the morning of the event Hollis Banks cancelled said because of the hot weather. For one it wasn't the lady that called me it was her husband. I've been dealing with her for the past couple of days. He stated that the temperature was going to be 100 plus degrees and it will be too hot for her to be out there, I told him that they have been talking about the weather all week and me and her has been communicating she could have called earlier that week and I would have tried to make other arrangements,but in reality it was only 93 degrees and we were surrounded with plenty of trees so the wind was blowing because the park is near the water and that brought on a good breeze. I was not pleased at all concerning the conversation because he wouldn't let me get a word in edgewise because he was trying to justify why his wife wasn't coming. But I also told him there would be know excuse for this action, he also wanted me to tell your company my experience but just say I wasn't satisfied. Keep in mind, I was at the park setting up and was panicking because I had several children coming and looking forward to this, I also explain to him that this was a carnival setting and the face painting was one of the main features. But I must say he did call me back and forth trying to justify what has happened and I just told him to forget about it because he was really making me upset but then the last call he finally referred me to another lady Doris Sanchez which I tell you was so very professional, polite and very patient and I told her about the weather she said the weather is never a problem only when it rains. She showed up early and did a fantastic job, the kids were so happy and it was a lot of kids and she did a great job with satisfying them and I will be requesting her unfortunately l believe she is not connected with Gigsalad. But as far as your company is concerned I think this is one of my favorite vendors and I am a very pleased customer I have used it in the past and every time I have had a great experience unfortunately there's always one bad apple in the bunch.

Hired as: Face Painter

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Hollis Banks Face Painter

How could this be a “no show” when we got her a replacement that showed up on time and did a satisfactory job?? After all the anger I just read , bottom line is , I got her a sub and it worked out to her satisfaction. I am a senior and was under a heat advisory. Was an unfortunate situation and I did text and apologize but I guess that’s not good enough ! Got her a good sub but I guess she’s not very forgiving. Please look at all my reviews . This never has and will never happen again.
BTW, we just had a mom cancel because of excessive heat . Guess the health of the individual is not as important as the needs of the host. SAD!


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Emma H.

January 8, 2024
Verified review

Excellent face painting for my toddler's party

I'm so glad I booked Hollis for my son's 3rd birthday party! She was communicative, on time, and her painting skills are excellent. The kids all loved her and she did an amazing job. Thank you Hollis!

Hired as: Face Painter

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Hollis Banks Face Painter

Hi Emma,
Nothing better to hear than what you just said . Was a pleasure to do and so glad you were happy with my work . I take great pride in what I do . Give Malcolm a hug for aunt Hollis and hope to see you again , down the road .


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Kimberly P.

December 19, 2023
Verified review

Amazing!

Amazing artist that went above and beyond! Great with all ages. All the kids at our party beyond happy and so were their parents. Hollis is very talented and great to work with! Would definitely hire her again!

Hired as: Face Painter

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Hollis Banks Face Painter

Hello,
Thank you so much for those kind words . Was a pleasure being there and everyone was so helpful. When the review is unsolicited , it’s even more special. Hope to be back soon. Happy holidays , Kimberly 🎉


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Navarrete

October 31, 2023
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Hollis is fantastic!

We recently booked Hollis for our church event and she was absolutely amazing. Everyone loved her designs and we had everyone of all ages lining up and getting their face painted. It was such a hit! Hollis is very kind and was interactive and engaging to the children. Hollis and her husband were very lovely people and we're very happy that we booked them. We are definitely booking them again in December!

Hired as: Face Painter

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About

Graduated fashion institute of technology in NY. Was a professional graphic artist , by trade, for many years. Also, was a water colorist. Have taken all those skills and have been face painting for the last 30 yrs. Some of my continual clients are the Moraga Country Club, the City of Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill, the Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek and Clementines Restaurant in San Ramon.
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Services offered

Past booked events

May 2026

03

Sunday

Nonprofit Event

4:00pm - 7:00pm

Oakland, CA

May 2025

10

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Concord, CA

March 2025

22

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

11:30am - 1:30pm

Walnut Creek, CA

October 2024

13

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

4:00pm - 5:30pm

Albany, CA

September 2024

07

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Livermore, CA

August 2024

03

Saturday

Personal Occasion

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Orinda, CA

June 2024

22

Saturday

Birthday Party

3:00pm - 4:30pm

Pittsburg, CA

20

Thursday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Martinez, CA

January 2024

06

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

10:30am - 12:00pm

Martinez, CA

December 2023

17

Sunday

Christmas Party

12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lafayette, CA

October 2023

29

Sunday

Festival

5:00pm - 6:30pm

Oakland, CA

August 2023

05

Saturday

Children’s Birthday Party

3:30pm - 5:00pm

Danville, CA

April 2023

29

Saturday

Corporate Event

12:30pm - 2:30pm

Vacaville, CA

December 2022

04

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Danville, CA

October 2022

27

Thursday

Halloween Party

5:30pm - 8:30pm

Pleasanton, CA

September 2022

04

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

3:00pm - 5:30pm

Concord, CA

August 2022

27

Saturday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Pleasant Hill, CA

June 2022

26

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Pleasant Hill, CA

12

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:30pm - 4:30pm

San Leandro, CA

May 2022

22

Sunday

Corporate Event

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Danville, CA

07

Saturday

Baby Shower

2:30pm - 4:30pm

Vallejo, CA

March 2022

27

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

3:30pm - 4:30pm

Danville, CA

November 2021

11

Thursday

Nonprofit Event

11:00am - 1:30pm

Antioch, CA

September 2021

26

Sunday

Children’s Birthday Party

2:30pm - 4:00pm

Berkeley, CA

July 2021

04

Sunday

Fair

12:30pm - 3:30pm

Pleasant Hill, CA

September 2017

16

Saturday

Corporate Event

12:30pm - 3:00pm

Lafayette, CA

February 2017

05

Sunday

Birthday (Child)

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Walnut Creek, CA

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