Bold & Expressive Guest Illustrations by Lucy

Every guest leaves your wedding with a portrait of themselves drawn live, by hand, while they were busy enjoying the best day of the year.

There's a particular moment when someone spots their finished illustration and realises it actually looks like them, that flicker of surprise and delight. It happens every time, and it never gets old. That's what live guest illustration brings to a wedding that nothing else quite does.

How it works

Step 1 — Planning your coverage

Once booked, we'll confirm timings, your approximate guest count, and anyone you'd like prioritised — bridal party, close family, or any special requests.

Step 2 — Quick photo, no waiting

As guests come over, I take a quick reference photo so they can get straight back to celebrating. No posing, no queuing.

Step 3 — Live illustration

I work from the photos, creating each portrait by hand in approximately five to seven minutes. Guests are welcome to watch me draw, or simply collect their finished portrait later in the evening.

Step 4 — A personal keepsake

Each illustration is signed and presented ready to take home on quality A5 watercolour paper with a mixed media finish. I can also personalise each piece with your names and wedding date if you'd like.

Packages

4 Hours — £350

Approximately 30–40 guest portraits.

Best for: drinks receptions and more intimate weddings where you want a focused, memorable experience.

5 Hours — £430

Approximately 40–50 guest portraits.

Best for: medium-sized weddings where you want broad coverage across the reception.

6 Hours — £500

Approximately 50–60 guest portraits.

Best for: larger weddings — maximum coverage, maximum entertainment.

The number of portraits completed depends on the mix of individuals, couples, and groups, and the natural pace of the day. If you have a larger guest list, I can also work from reference photos after the wedding to complete additional portraits.

What's included

• Live guest illustration throughout your chosen session
• Quick reference photos so guests don't need to pose or wait
• A5 portraits on minimum 200gsm watercolour paper with mixed media finish
• Optional personalisation with your names and wedding date
• Wedding party and special requests prioritised

Additional options

Illustrated place settings

Guest portraits drawn in advance from photos you provide, designed to double as place settings and a keepsake guests take home. Can include names or wedding details. Pricing mirrors the live packages.

Post-wedding illustrations

Prefer to send something out after the day — or want to include guests who weren't captured on the night? Portraits created after the wedding from reference photos, sent to you to distribute with thank you cards or as gifts.

To enquire, send your:

Wedding date · Venue or location · Approximate guest count · Which part of the day you'd like covered

Lucy is based in Brighton and Hove and happy to travel across the UK. Travel is factored into your quote.