Wedding Illustrators

Wedding illustrations are usually quick to make, with artists being able to produce anywhere from 3-10 portraits every 30 minutes which then be handed out to your guests throughout the event.

Pencil and Grace Wedding Illustrations

Artist: Site Sponsored

Willing to Travel: All of UK

Price Range:

 £200+

Oak and Scribble Live Wedding Illustrations

Artist: Site Sponsored

Willing to Travel: All of UK

Price Range:

 £295+

What is a wedding Illustrator?

Wedding Illustrator is a unique form of live art where a talented artist attends your wedding to create unique and charming portraits of you and your guests in real-time. These portraits are typically A6 sized however each artist is different.  

The styles of these portraits can vary, ranging from more detailed representations to quick sketches or playful caricatures. Artists typically use pens, watercolours, pencils, or now digital tools to bring these portraits to life, adding a special and unique touch to your wedding day.

How much does a wedding Illustrator cost?

Live illustrators can charge anywhere from £250 per day to £200 per hour. The pricing may vary based on factors such as the size of the illustration, level of detail required, the artist’s skill level, and the style of the artwork. It’s essential to consider these variables when determining the cost of hiring a live illustrator for your project. Other factors include travel costs, accommodation costs and subsidiaries such as food.

How do you become a wedding illustrator?

Many wedding artists begin their journey begins at a young age who have a creative passion for doodling and drawing. Most then develop their skills by either attending collage or university to study further, although this is certainly not a requirement. Afterwards, most then begin illustrating their family and friends wedding photos and the creative flair grows from here. Take a look at our guides on becoming a wedding artists.