Holly Johnson
Co-Founder / Owner / Artist
Marketing, Community Outreach, Brand Manager, Event Scheduler/Coordinator, Accounts Payable
As a Illinois State University Fine Arts graduate, Holly has been in the creative world her whole life. Working in graphic design, web design, marketing, and in world of technology....Holly found her way to face painting world in 2009. Working with other face painting companies over the last 15 years, Holly ventured out on her own in 2023 to grow this business with her daughter Abigail. The vision of this business is to be rooted in family and friends, traditions, respect, transparency and compassion. And to have FUN...always to have FUN!
Abigail McBride
Co-Founder / Artist
Eastern Illinois University Event Coordinator
Abby is a senior at Eastern Illinois University studying Psychology, Medical Ethics and Neuroscience. As a musical artist playing 7 different instruments, Abby found another creative outlet with body art. Abby enjoys engaging with kids of all ages and bringing smiles to their faces. Still with a love for music, and creative writing, Abby has expanded her talents and brings a fresh energy and vibe to all she does.
Lauren M. Lowell
Artist
Face Painting & Henna Training Coordinator
Lauren has worked as a professional costumer for 30+ years and a professor for over 20. Amongst her eccentric toolbox of skills inherent to this field of work is the art of body painting and decoration. She began her face painting career in 2009 and has been honored to be part of some of the top face painting and body art companies in Central Illinois. She is thrilled to hold a leading role in Expressions Body Art and Design as the Training Coordinator. She loves this team and hopes to be offering face/body painting, glitter tattoos, and henna for many years to come.
Karen Fryer
Artist
Business & Best Practices Advisor
Karen manages a variety of professional development programs for a large Midwest insurance company and has several home-based side-gigs she is active with. Karen also served on many leadership boards for the Unit 5 School District over an 8 year span, as well as having a background in accounting/business management Karen loves being part of the Expressions family and is an active contributor to process improvement and best business practices.