About Maria Monsters

Maria is a Pittsburgh-based Creative Makeup Artist, Face & Body Art Specialist, and painter who blends cinematic airbrush technique with elevated event artistry. With roots in the haunt and performance industry and over a decade of creative art experience, she brings a uniquely versatile skill set to every project — from bold, textured, out-of-this-world makeup looks to refined, family-friendly face art.

Maria’s artistry spans three worlds:

Creative Airbrush Makeup

Designed for performers, concerts, film, photo shoots, weddings, and special events, Maria’s makeup style is rooted in horror-inspired realism — textured, durable, and deeply cinematic. Her airbrush work is built to withstand movement, heat, sweat, and long performance days. She specializes in transforming talent into characters that feel alive: from zombies and creatures to ethereal glam and editorial beauty.

Her professional background includes work in the haunt industry, private creative bookings, the Bloody Boudoir event, editorial shoots, and special client moments — including the viral skeleton wedding couple and artist Cameron Whitcomb.

Elevated Face Painting & Event Face Art

Maria offers a polished, event-ready face painting experience designed for both children and adults. Her designs are clean, modern, hygienic, and tailored to the theme of your celebration — whether you’re hosting a luxury wedding, private party, corporate event, or community celebration.

This is not traditional “party clown” painting. Maria’s face art is elevated, photo-ready, and customizable. She even offers custom face paint menus curated to match the event’s theme or aesthetic (available as a premium add-on).

Custom Art & Painted Creations

Outside of makeup, Maria brings joy and color to her community through custom murals, painted party banners, personalized announcements, and hand-painted signage. Her artwork is vibrant, expressive, and designed to make spaces — and celebrations — feel unforgettable.

Why Clients Choose Maria

Her clients love working with her because she brings:

• Durability: Makeup and face art built to last through lights, movement, and long events.

• Speed: Efficient, clean applications without compromising detail.

• Flexibility: Able to switch seamlessly between kid-friendly designs, high-end wedding art, and cinematic character work.

• Professionalism: Certified, insured, sanitized, punctual, and organized.

• Warmth & Fun: A friendly, supportive presence who brings joy to kids, adults, and creative professionals alike.

Maria believes that every client deserves an experience that feels magical, safe, and unforgettable — whether it’s a bride stepping into her reception glitter bar, a child getting their first face paint, or a performer transforming into a creature built for the spotlight.

Her mission is simple:
To create art that makes people feel something — joy, excitement, awe, nostalgia, or pure transformation.