Balloon artist · Brighton and Hove
Balloon artist in Brighton
Shelley Gates, aka Dapper Dyke: Prestige Awards Balloon Artist of the Year for the South of England, two years running, and stand up comedian. From kids' parties to Channel 4, she makes the room laugh and the balloons do the rest.
What Shelley does
Walkabout balloon modelling
Characters, animals and arm art made on the spot, with superheroes and princesses a speciality.
Decor and centrepieces
Arches, columns, number stacks, bouquets and centrepieces with characters built in.
Workshops and hens
Hands on balloon workshops for kids, and strictly adults only fun for hen parties.
Gifts
Beer Buddies, Fizz Fairies, Fancy Fascinators, balloon bouquets and themed Candy Cups.
"Shelley was the hit of the event!"
- Parents say she keeps a whole party queuing politely for more
- Care home staff say residents are all engaged when she visits
- Organisers call her organised, professional and great with a crowd
Case studies
Greg Davies, in balloons
Channel 4 commissioned a balloon caricature of the Taskmaster himself, plus a wearable balloon mask, for the show's TikTok advertising.
A sleigh and reindeer for Christmas
Shelley helped build a full size balloon sleigh and reindeer to bring Christmas to Great Ormond Street.
Ribbon cutting, in brand colours
Balloon columns in the store's own green and yellow framed the doors for a grand opening that looked great on the day and in the photos.
Where we work
Shelley is Brighton based and covers the whole city and the towns around it, as well as London and the South Coast.
Reviews
37 reviews. Every single one five stars.
Straight from Trustpilot. Not one four star in the lot.
Shelley does not just make any old balloons. She's an artist, and an absolute legend with the kids.
Shelley is the most sought after birthday party entertainer in our area!
Shelley at BrightNBalloons is just THE BEST!
Her balloon craft is out of this world.
Shelley was the hit of the event! Professional, engaging and a dream to work with.
I didn't know you could create such detailed pieces made of balloons!
The best money I have ever spent.
Shelley has an amazing gift.
The balloons are epic and she's just so so lovely. Book her now!
Shelley is unbelievable at what she does and with the kids!
We rebooked immediately for next year.
Shelley's balloon modelling skills know no bounds.
Shelley is tremendous. Her creations are superb.
She really can make anything from balloons.
Thank you Shelley for being so incredible.
My daughter and her friends always ask to have Shelley at their birthday parties.
Shelley is wonderful with the residents. Creates amazing sculptures which they all love.
Great balloon artist and a really engaging way of doing it.
An amazing addition to our daughter's birthday party!!
Shelley really does make a party great!
I would definitely book Shelley again for any party. Brilliant!
Comes highly recommended!
Good questions
Are you based in Brighton?
Yes. Shelley lives and works in Brighton and has been entertaining across Brighton, Hove and Sussex since 2020.
What areas around Brighton do you cover?
Brighton, Hove, Kemptown, Rottingdean, Saltdean, Peacehaven, Newhaven, Lewes, Shoreham, Worthing, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and Eastbourne, plus London and the rest of the South Coast.
Do you do children's birthday parties?
Yes. Walkabout balloon modelling with superheroes, princesses, animals and arm art, plus hands on balloon workshops for the birthday child and friends.
Do you do hen parties?
Yes, strictly adults only. Balloon workshops and cheeky balloon fun, and Emma Cat's glitter bar makes a very good hen do.
Is Shelley really a stand up comedian?
Yes. Shelley gigs on the Brighton comedy circuit and has taken her own show to Brighton Fringe, so expect jokes with your balloons. Kid friendly at parties, strictly adults only at hens.
Are you DBS checked and insured?
Yes. Shelley holds an enhanced DBS check and £10 million public liability insurance, and is a member of PEBA and BAPIA.
Do you visit care homes and community events?
Yes. Care homes, schools, fun days and community events all book Shelley, and the reviews from care home staff are some of the loveliest.
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Enquiries
Book Shelley in Brighton
Tell us the date, the venue and what you are celebrating, and Shelley will come back with ideas and a free, no obligation quote.