Live wedding painting offers a distinctive opportunity to elevate the ambiance of your wedding day by capturing the emotions of love and joy as they unfold. During the live painting session, an artist arrives at your chosen venue, whether it be during the ceremony or reception, to encapsulate a pivotal moment of your choice—such as the first look, first kiss, or reception entrance. While guests revel in the festivities, the artist meticulously captures all the significant nuances, including venue decor, architectural details, and beloved guests. By the culmination of your celebration, you'll have a nearly finished wedding portrait. To ensure a polished, studio-quality finish, the artist brings the piece back to their studio to add final touches and apply protective varnish. Once complete, the artwork is promptly delivered or shipped to you.

You should consider having a live wedding painter because it:

• is a unique and personalized way to capture your special day

• offers a tangible representation of the emotions and feeling

• adds an interactive element for guests to enjoy

• provides a family keepsake and heirloom to enjoy for years to come

• captures details or moments not always available from traditional photography

To ensure availability and proper planning, it’s recommended to book a live wedding painter ASAP (ideally six to twelve months before your date). For wedding-heavy seasons be weary they book up more quickly, so confirming this in advance ensures they can accommodate for your event (and any travel it involves).

However, if your wedding is approaching soon, do not hesitate to reach out with a quick inquiry to check for availability. You can also book a quick consult to discuss this and alternative options.

The long and short of it all is that it depends on a number of factors (size of canvas, complexity of scene and portraits, and artist style and experience). Typically, your painter will work throughout the duration of your event (often starting during event setup before your ceremony). After the event, the artist will finish the painting in studio. Arrangements can be made for an expedited completion and delivery schedule. Inquire with your artist prior to booking your event if you prefer this option.

To secure your wedding date with me, I typically will require a signed contract with deposit. The contract will outline all details of the live painting services and include necessary details about your event (date, time, location and specific requests). Once a signed contract and deposit are received, your date will be officially reserved. I recommend contacting me as soon as possible to discuss availability and begin the process to book.

Yes! Absolutely! In fact I encourage meeting beforehand. An initial consult gives me a feel for who you are as a couple as well as gives you the opportunity to ask all your questions to make sure I am the right artist to capture your event. An initial consultation is also the first step in my booking process and required before any contracts are signed or deposits are made. This is to ensure that the final product reflects not only my style but yours as well as your vision.

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