Live Guest Illustration

  • A beautifully personal and artistic way to capture the essence of your celebration, providing your guests with a one-of-a-kind keepsake.

    Packages start at $600 for 3 Hours

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The Guest Illustration Experience

Step 1: Guests approach the art station throughout the event

Step 2: Depending on the host's choice, guests can either:

  • Have their photo taken by the artist on-the-spot

    OR

  • They can send a photo of themselves to a QR code/number posted by the station

Step 3: During the event, guests are free to watch the drawing/painting process and check if their painting is ready to take home.

Step 4: Any remaining portraits not completed at the event will be completed at the studio and mailed to the event hosts for mailing.

FAQs

  • Full body portraits with faces is my most popular option, BUT I also offer classic portraits (chest/face only) as well. They all have the same rate and take about the same about of time.

    I put incredible value towards likeness in my paintings, and hopefully my style resonates with you.

    If you would like samples of both, feel free to check out my portfolio under ‘Quick Portraits’ and ‘Guest Illustrations.’

  • Currently, my rate is at $200/hr for about 10 guests. I do not charge for set-up/takedown time.

    Any additional portraits outside of the hourly rate will be $8/single or $16/couple, and will be completed at the studio after the event.

    I do have a minimum of at least 3 hours for booking, but can sometimes make exceptions. Please reach out and we can find the best plan for you!

  • I use a mix of watercolor, ink, and pencil on watercolor paper.

    Once finished, I place the painting inside a clear plastic sleeve with small heart-shaped sticker to seal and protect it.

  • I can complete about 10 individual people within an hour (or about 5 couples).

    If needed, any additional guest paintings can be completed at a cost of $8 per individual or $16 per couple back in my studio. They will then be delivered to the event hosts for mailing to the guests at a later date.

    Example: Lets say you have 100 guests you would like painted for your event, but I am only hired for 4 hours. In that 4 hour rate, 40 guests are guaranteed to be painted at $800. For the remaining 60 guests, I can complete them at $8 per individual, an additional $480. This brings the grand total for my services to $1280.

  • A maximum of 2 people can only be included in a painting (exceptions are only made if the bride/groom have special requests).

    Guests can only be painted ONCE, just to ensure I can paint as many people as possible at the event.

  • You sure can!

    I will give you the option between a 5×7” or 8×10” paper size, either one is included with my rate.

    Additionally, you can also add a customized stamp to each painting as a $50 add-on.

    If you would like an embosser instead, these will be a $75 add-on.

    I will give you some design ideas on the stamp/embosser, and help create the right one for your paper!

  • I do ask to arrive at the venue at least an hour before my scheduled painting time, in order to set up.

    From there, I will ask for a 6×6 foot space, ideally near an outlet or light source if possible. The outlet/light is optional, however.

    From there, I will bring a 4 foot table, linens, and a standing easel with a sign for guests to read.

    If you or the venue prefer to provide anything, just let me know and I would be happy to adjust!

  • During our consultation, I will ask for your event’s colors/overall theme. I will dress to match the theme, and adjust my station colors so I fit right in!

  • If a venue is within 80 miles of zip code 92868—travel is included with my rate!

    Mileage after those first 80 miles will be $.69/mile.

    Any venue locations that require airline travel will be priced depending on airline rate. I often only charge whatever the plane ticket will cost + overnight accommodation (if needed).

  • Yes! It is a $30 add-on, but I can provide this for you on request.

  • Yay! I am so glad you are interested. I’m so excited to paint at your event.

    Feel free to scroll down to the Inquiry Form below and fill out all the information to the best of your availability.

    • I will then reach out and schedule a consultation call/zoom meeting with you to get all the details needed for your booking.

    • I will then produce a contract with all the event information/pricing we discussed for your review and signature. Once signed, I require a 50% retainer fee to officially secure your date. (The date is NOT secured until the retainer fee is obtained)

    • The remaining 50% will be due a week prior to the event date.

    • That’s it!

Live Illustration Inquiry Form

Please fill out to the best of your availability, I will reach out to you within the next 48 hours to schedule a free consultation to go over the next steps!