Not every balloon is perfect for balloon animal construction. In fact, balloon artists are very particular about the size of the balloons they use. Balloon artists commonly use #260 size balloons, although it should be noted that sizes up to #646 are available for giant creations. Apparently the #160 size is less desirable than the #260 size, because it is smaller. It appears that the #160 balloon size is also less expensive. However, balloon artists complain that while the price is quite reasonable, the flexibility to create larger animals diminishes with the smaller balloon. In addition, you should also be aware that there is an entire subculture of balloon artists dedicated to the creation of “miniatures,” i.e., smaller balloon animals, created solely with the use of the #160 size balloon.

All balloons for animals, regardless of size, are available in more colors than you could possibly imagine, with new colors or color combinations being introduced all the time. The organizations of balloon artists, otherwise known as “twisters,” have conventions and competitions worldwide all year long. Eager to share their new ideas and “twists,” or balloon bubble formations, there are countless blogs and publications about balloons for animals. This appears to be a very cooperative group of artists who do not seem threatened by competition from one another.

It bears repeating that balloon artists must have a tolerance for latex and an affinity for squeaky sounds For those interested in careers as entertainers, they should be reminded that being a balloon artist is almost a requirement for many party “clown” jobs.

Not every balloon is perfect for balloon animal construction. In fact, balloon artists are very particular about the size of the balloons they use. Balloon artists commonly use #260 size balloons, although it should be noted that sizes up to #646 are available for giant creations. Apparently the #160 size is less desirable than the #260 size, because it is smaller. It appears that the #160 balloon size is also less expensive. However, balloon artists complain that while the price is quite reasonable, the flexibility to create larger animals diminishes with the smaller balloon. In addition, you should also be aware that there is an entire subculture of balloon artists dedicated to the creation of “miniatures,” i.e., smaller balloon animals, created solely with the use of the #160 size balloon.

All balloons for animals, regardless of size, are available in more colors than you could possibly imagine, with new colors or color combinations being introduced all the time. The organizations of balloon artists, otherwise known as “twisters,” have conventions and competitions worldwide all year long. Eager to share their new ideas and “twists,” or balloon bubble formations, there are countless blogs and publications about balloons for animals. This appears to be a very cooperative group of artists who do not seem threatened by competition from one another.

It bears repeating that balloon artists must have a tolerance for latex and an affinity for squeaky sounds For those interested in careers as entertainers, they should be reminded that being a balloon artist is almost a requirement for many party “clown” jobs.