About The Wedding Painters

    The UK's leading marketplace for wedding art

    We connect couples with the finest independent wedding artists in the UK — live painters, guest illustrators, and commission artists whose work becomes one of the most treasured things a couple owns. Every artist is hand-vetted. Every enquiry goes to an artist who has earned their place here.

    40+ Artists

    and growing

    UK, Europe & USA

    coverage

    Vetted Portfolios

    every artist reviewed

    Why we exist

    Built from a moment that almost didn't happen

    At a wedding in Wales, a painter quietly captured the ceremony as it unfolded. Guests gathered to watch. The couple had a piece of art to take home that no photograph could replicate. It was one of the most memorable parts of the day — and it had nearly not happened at all. Finding the right artist had been genuinely difficult: scattered across social media, inconsistently presented, with no trusted way to compare styles, check availability, or book with confidence.

    That gap — between couples who wanted this and artists who deserved to be found — is what The Wedding Painters was built to close. We created a dedicated marketplace where the best wedding artists in the UK are presented properly, couples can browse with confidence, and every booking is handled securely in one place.

    Since launching, over 270 couples have enquired with our artists, we've been shortlisted for the UK StartUp Awards 2026, and earned a 'Great' rating on Trustpilot. More importantly, we've helped couples find artists they would never otherwise have discovered — and helped artists build careers doing work they love.

    What makes us different

    Curated, trusted, and genuinely personal

    Curated, not crowded

    Every artist is reviewed before their listing goes live. We check portfolios, verify process imagery, and maintain an active quality standard. You're not browsing an open directory — you're choosing from a considered selection of artists who have been assessed and approved.

    Human, not algorithmic

    Behind every enquiry is a real team. Jack and Huw are personally involved in how the platform runs. When something needs attention, it gets it. The artists you find here are real people who have chosen to be part of a platform that takes its quality standard seriously.

    Premium, not generic

    The couples who find artists through The Wedding Painters aren't bargain-hunting. They're investing in a piece of art they'll keep for the rest of their lives. The platform is built around that standard — in how artists are presented, how bookings are handled, and how every interaction feels.

    The numbers

    Proof that it works

    5.0

    Rating from 128+ verified couples

    40+

    Vetted artists

    270+

    Couples enquired in 2026

    2026

    UK StartUp Awards shortlist

    Shortlisted for the UK StartUp Awards 2026 — Wales Regional Finals. Rated 'Great' on Trustpilot.

    The team

    Two people who genuinely care about this

    Jack Cheetham - Co-founder of The Wedding Painters

    Jack Cheetham

    Co-founder

    Jack runs everything that touches people — couples, artists, enquiries, and the relationships that make the platform work. He reviews every artist who applies, helps build their listings, and is personally reachable on the platform when anything needs sorting. His background is in customer service, but his real skill is in turning a couple who has never considered wedding art into one who can't imagine their day without it.

    You'll most likely hear from Jack first.

    Huw Davies Cooke - Co-founder of The Wedding Painters

    Huw Davies Cooke

    Co-founder

    Huw built the platform — and continues to build it. Every feature, every improvement, and every technical decision that makes The Wedding Painters work in practice is his work. He oversees website design, technical SEO, and the ongoing development of tools that help artists win more bookings and couples book with total confidence.

    If you wish the platform did something it doesn't yet do, Huw is the reason it eventually will.

    What couples say

    In their own words

    5.0/5from 128 couples

    Real experiences from couples

    "I’m so glad I booked Melody for my cousin’s 22nd birthday! She did the most beautiful portraits of me, my parents, and my two brothers, and everyone absolutely loved them. 🤍 It w..."

    Verified couple

    Julie A.

    18 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MelodyView artist →

    "Absolutely in love with this! I wanted something truly special to remember such an important moment, and having our engagement captured as a beautiful hand-painted artwork was bey..."

    Verified couple

    Jenny C.

    18 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MelodyView artist →

    "Absolutely in love with this! I wanted something truly special to remember such an important moment, and having our engagement captured as a beautiful hand-painted artwork was bey..."

    Verified couple

    Jenny C.

    18 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MelodyView artist →

    "Melody works hard on her paintings. She takes her time with her work and adds really cute details to her designs. She has a creative mind and you can tell by the way she puts it in..."

    Verified couple

    Destiny M.

    18 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MelodyView artist →

    "I attended a gallery earlier this year where Melody did watercolor portraits for the guests. It was the perfect keepsake for my boyfriend and I. I loved how it came out and it was ..."

    Verified couple

    Alexa N.

    18 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MelodyView artist →

    "From the moment Rachel started painting, our guests were completely captivated watching the artwork come to life throughout the evening. The painting took our breath away. She cap..."

    Verified couple

    Samantha

    11 July 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RachelView artist →

    "Roxana did three prints for me, absolutely gorgeous drawings of loved ones. She totally captured the energy and vibe of the people and the events. Communication was excellent, she ..."

    Verified couple

    Katy

    12 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RoxanaView artist →

    "Fantastic illustrationist. We absolutely loved all the illustrations of us and our guests! Would highly recommend!"

    Verified couple

    Debbie

    27 June 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RoxanaView artist →

    "We absolutely loved having Roxana as our wedding sketch artist! She flew in all the way from the UK and was incredible from start to finish. Every guest was obsessed with their por..."

    Verified couple

    Kristopher

    24 May 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RoxanaView artist →

    "Personal, professional touches. Roxana remained professional from start to finish. We'd spoken on the phone to talk about dates, time, venue and what I would like within my budget...."

    Verified couple

    Katie

    20 May 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RoxanaView artist →

    "Roxana was so lovely and friendly from the moment I first spoke to her. She made the whole process simple and our guests loved her portraits. Thank you so much Roxana for helping t..."

    Verified couple

    Louise

    3 March 2026

    Artist reviewed

    RoxanaView artist →

    "Wow! Tom is incredibly talented. He painted the backdrop of our painting (Barden Tower) in the morning of the wedding and added my family and me into it flawlessly. The final paint..."

    Verified couple

    Leah

    20 June 2026

    Artist reviewed

    TomView artist →

    "Tom painted the most beautiful wedding portrait for us and we couldn't be happier with it. He was an absolute pleasure - friendly, professional, and incredibly talented. The paint..."

    Verified couple

    Colette

    14 February 2026

    Artist reviewed

    TomView artist →

    "Absolutely loved working with Amy! The communication was great, she’s very kind and friendly. She has a good approach and she captures the moment you want her too. She did an incre..."

    Verified couple

    Sonali

    6 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    AmyView artist →

    "Maisy painted a truly beautiful painting for me and my wife. When we saw the finished piece it exceeded our expectations and we are both beyond happy with the results. It was like ..."

    Verified couple

    Amer A.

    4 August 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MaisyView artist →

    "I'm really happy with the result. It is well painted with precision! "

    Verified couple

    Cindy L.

    25 July 2026

    Artist reviewed

    ArwaView artist →

    "Rowan is insanely talented. We are so glad that we booked her for our wedding. All our guests were absolutely obsessed with watching her paint and so impressed with what she was ab..."

    Verified couple

    India H.

    24 July 2026

    Artist reviewed

    Rowan

    "Absolutely beautiful work! I LOVE IT! She turned our wedding photo into a timeless piece of art. The painting is full of detail, emotion, and quality. I couldn’t have asked for any..."

    Verified couple

    Delin Y.

    22 July 2026

    Artist reviewed

    ArwaView artist →

    "So stunning, everyone really enjoyed watching it come together and you brought so much joy to the evening. Thank you so much Gagan xxx'"

    Verified couple

    Guneet

    28 June 2026

    Artist reviewed

    GagandeepView artist →

    "It was an absolute pleasure having you at our wedding in January. Seeing our wedding being represented so beautifully on canvas is so heartwarming. You didn't just capture our wedd..."

    Verified couple

    Edward

    28 January 2026

    Artist reviewed

    MaryView artist →

    What happens next

    Whether you're a couple or an artist

    Find the painter whose style feels right for your wedding — or, if you're an independent artist, apply to list on the platform.