A Temporary Artist is an artist that applies for a permit to showcase and demonstrate their talent lasting no more than seven consecutive days in a single building, structure, in conjunction with a single event.

Any person making application for a temporary body art permit shall provide any and all such information as the director may deem necessary to assist them in determination whether the issuance of the permit is appropriate:

  • Any person that has been denied a license or permit previously from the WFWCPHD may not be granted a temporary license;
  • Temporary artist permit shall last for no longer than seven consecutive days;
  • No more than four temporary artist permits will be issued in a continuous 12 month period;
  • Artist must use all pre-sterilized disposable equipment, unless the organizer provides a decontamination/sterilization area equipped with an ultrasonic cleaner and medical grade autoclave;
  • All artists must provide a current copy of blood borne pathogen training;
  • Must provide a copy of aftercare instructions to clients;
  • No reusable cloth items will be allowed.

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