Looking for a cool and spooky spider face painting design? You’re in the right place! This beginner-friendly tutorial will show you how to paint a realistic spider and web on the side of the face. It’s perfect for Halloween parties, kids’ events, or anyone who loves creepy-cute designs.
You can adjust the colors and details based on your tools or personal style. Let’s grab our paints and get started!
🎨 What You’ll Need
- BOWITZKI Face Paints – red, black, and white (or the Professional Face Paint Classical Palette)
- 10g One Stroke Refill – Tiger (for the background blend)
- BOWITZKI Brush Set（#20 flat, #04 round, #00 liner）
- Water, towel, and face-painting wipes for easy cleanup
If you’re new to face painting, check out our beginner guide:
🕸️Step 1: Create the Base
Use a #20 flat brush and load it with 10g One Stroke Refill – Tiger.
Paint an “S” shape on the upper side of the face—this will be the base for your spider web. The gradient color gives your web a warm, glowing background that makes the design pop.
🕸️ Step 2: Paint the Spider Web
Now it’s time to create the web pattern. Use your #4 round brush and dip it into black face paint. Following the reference image, draw curved lines starting from the top of the “S” shape and connecting them down toward the lowest point.
Keep your spacing even and consistent so the lines intersect naturally and the web structure looks neat and realistic.
🕷️ Step 3: Paint the Spider’s Body
Time to add the star of this spider face painting—the spider itself!
Use your finger sponge and dab red face paint to create the body shape.
If you don’t have a sponge, a round brush works too—simply paint a small oval for the body and a smaller circle for the head.
🕷️ Step 4: Add Legs and Details
With your #4 round brush and black paint, outline the spider’s body and draw eight legs.
Vary the pressure on your brush to make the legs look jointed and natural.
Don’t forget to paint the eyes using small dots of black.
✨ Step 5: Highlight the Spider
Use a #00 detail brush dipped in white to add highlights.
Apply small strokes on the legs, head, and body to make the spider look shiny and dimensional.
A few white dots near the eyes can bring your spider to life!
💧 Step 6: Optional Finishing Touches
To make your spider extra special:
- Add tiny white dots at the intersections of the web to mimic dew drops.
- Shade under the spider’s legs with a bit of diluted black for a 3D shadow effect.
- Brush on fine glitter or metallic powder for a magical, sparkly finish.
- Once your design is complete, set it with a light mist of setting spray to make it last through hours of fun!
🕷️ Perfect for Any Occasion
This spider face painting idea is great for Halloween, superhero parties, or themed festivals. It’s spooky enough to grab attention but still fun and kid-friendly.
Want more creative designs? Check out our other tutorials featuring Spider-Man, Batman, skulls, and animal face painting ideas—all with easy step-by-step photos.
How to Remove Face Paint
When playtime’s over, it’s time to clean up.
If your child’s skin still has color stains, don’t worry—just follow our guide:
👉 How to Remove Face Paint Stains Safely: Parent’s Guide to Clean Skin & Clothes
With these easy steps and your BOWITZKI face paints, you can create an eye-catching spider face painting that’s perfect for any spooky event. 🕷️💫