Hi, I’m Irene Sitoski, and I offer high-quality event entertainment throughout the Maryland and DC area. My specialties include face painting, balloon twisting, airbrush tattoos, balloon and event decor’, henna, glitter tattoos, glitter hair extensions, craft parties, and more. With a BFA in Theatre Design from the University of Arizona and over 25 years of experience in painting, I’m passionate about using these creative mediums to bring joy and smiles to people’s faces.
I’ve always had an artistic streak. At 8, I dreamed of being an interior designer, and by 13, I was planning weddings in my mind. At 14, I found theatre, which led me on a 20-year journey designing and working with various theatre companies. In 2005, after my husband’s military service ended, we moved to the Maryland area to take advantage of the job opportunities available to veterans. In 2007, a friend suggested I try face painting, given my love for art and children. More than 18 years later, I’ve expanded my talents to include balloon twisting, glitter tattoos, balloon decor’, airbrush and henna. It’s been an incredibly rewarding journey, constantly learning new techniques to ensure I’m delivering the best experience for both myself and my clients.
I was born and raised in Sierra Vista, a small town in Southern Arizona. Fun fact: we were home to the first-ever McDonald’s drive-thru, which opened in 1975! I’ve moved around quite a bit with my husband due to his military career, but we’ve called Maryland home since 2005, and I truly consider it my second home. I love crafting, volunteering at my child’s school, weightlifting, playing board games, and catching musicals whenever I can. I’m happy to have settled here in MD and do consider myself a true Marylander!
If you have any questions you would like answered, please don’t hesitate to ask! Thank You!!
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“Irene has a background in arts as well as in working with children. What better combination can there be for a Face painter? She is so creative and knows how to work a paintbrush and turn your little one into a magical princess or a strong lion ‘rooaaaaarrrr.’ Kids are drawn to her. If you are looking for a Face painter for any kind of event, don’t hesitate to call Irene. Her rates are very affordable too!!!”
“The Pirate Girl Painter is a fantastic artist! She has a ton of experience with children. My five-year-old daughter loves her! The Pirate Girl Painter is a great choice for your birthday party or event. Even if your child isn’t keen on getting his or her face painted they can opt to get a glitter tattoo on their arm or leg. She offers something for everyone.”
Very talented & creative face painter and balloon character creator!
The Pirate Girl Painter and a shipmate helped with the Severna Park Elementary School PTA Spring Fair. Their work was beautiful, and the kiddos loved it. They we’re on time, worked hard, flexible, and required very minimal effort from the event organizers. We’ll be using them again.
Irene was great to work with! She was professional, made the kids happy, and did fantastic work!
She is so amazing and patient with children! I have had her services for two different parties and my guest and myself were amazed at her work!
Irene is amazing!! She not only can make amazing birthday creations but I have seen her amazing body painting up close at a benefit. She is sweet and great with kids!! I highly recommend hiring her for your next event!
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