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    Package Examples

    Gold

    From£479

    25% deposit · £120 · Balance collected 30 days before the event

    - Best for: a focused cocktail hour experience at a smaller, more intimate wedding - 2 hours of live guest illustration (Approx. 16–30 guests) - Available for venues in Harrogate, York, and Leeds only - An A4 illustration of the couple, completed in the studio after the wedding and posted to you free of charge - Singles or pairs illustrated on quality A5 (full body) or A6 (portrait) card - A bold, colourful finish in fineliner and professional markers - Quick reference photos, so guests don't need to pose or stand still - Wedding party and special requests prioritised, then first come first served

    Diamond

    Most Popular

    From£719

    25% deposit · £180 · Balance collected 30 days before the event

    - Best for: mid-sized weddings wanting broad coverage across the drinks reception and into the meal - 4 hours of live guest illustration (Approx. 32–60 guests) - An A4 illustration of the couple, completed in the studio after the wedding and posted to you free of charge - Singles or pairs illustrated on quality A5 (full body) or A6 (portrait) card - A bold, colourful finish in fineliner and professional markers - Quick reference photos, so guests don't need to pose or stand still - Wedding party and special requests prioritised, then first come first served

    Platinum

    From£959

    25% deposit · £240 · Balance collected 30 days before the event

    - Best for: larger weddings or couples who want every guest the chance to be illustrated — maximum coverage, maximum entertainment - 6 hours of live guest illustration (Approx. 48–90 guests) - An A4 illustration of the couple, completed in the studio after the wedding and posted to you free of charge - Singles or pairs illustrated on quality A5 (full body) or A6 (portrait) card - A bold, colourful finish in fineliner and professional markers - Quick reference photos, so guests don't need to pose or stand still - Wedding party and special requests prioritised, then first come first served

    Service Overview

    Starting Price

    £479.00

    25% deposit · £120 · Balance collected 30 days before the event

    Service Type

    Wedding Illustrator

    Service Areas

    Scotland
    England
    Ireland
    Wales

    Description

    I've been an artist for as long as I can remember, trained professionally for five years, finishing with a first-class bachelor's degree and a distinction-level master's.

    But what actually drew me to wedding illustration was love! Nothing makes me happier than watching two people find each other, and combining that with my art felt inevitable.

    I illustrate live at weddings of every kind — traditional, cultural, eccentric, and everything between — bringing an inclusive eye to every couple, as a queer artist myself. I can't wait to work with you!

    How it works

    Step 1 — Planning your coverage

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

    Step 2 — Arrival and set-up

    I usually arrive during your ceremony, so I can get set up and start photographing guests as they come out — ready to illustrate straight through the drinks reception, meal, and speeches.

    Step 3 — Quick photos, no queuing

    As guests come over, I take a quick reference photo so they can get straight back to enjoying the day. I work in fineliner and professional markers, giving each illustration a bold, colourful finish.

    Step 4 — Singles, pairs, and full bodies

    Guests can be illustrated as singles or pairs — full body on quality A5 card, or portrait style on A6. I can illustrate around 8–10 full body guests per hour, or 10–15 portraits per hour, so it's worth factoring that into your package choice.

    Step 5 — Collection

    Finished illustrations are available for guests to take home on the day — or you're welcome to keep them all yourself, entirely your call.

    Packages

    A beautiful A4 illustration of the wedding couple is included in all of my packages. This will be completed in my home studio after your wedding and sent to you free of charge after your big day.

    2 Hours — £479

    Available for venues in Harrogate, York, and Leeds only. Best for: a focused cocktail hour experience at a smaller, more intimate wedding.

    4 Hours — £719

    Best for: mid-sized weddings where you want broad coverage across the drinks reception and into the meal.

    6 Hours — £959

    Best for: larger weddings or couples who want every guest to have the chance to be illustrated — maximum coverage, maximum entertainment.

    What's included in all packages

    • A4 illustration of the couple completed in the studio after the wedding and posted to you free of charge!
    • Live guest illustration throughout your chosen session
    • Singles or pairs illustrated on quality A5 (full body) or A6 (portrait) card
    • Bold, colourful finish in fineliner and professional markers
    • Quick reference photos so guests don't need to pose or stand still
    • Wedding party and special requests prioritised, then first come first served

    To enquire, send your:

    Wedding date · Venue or location · Approximate guest count · Package preference

    Maddy is based in North Yorkshire and happy to travel as far as needed. Travel is factored into your quote.

    Cancellation & Refund Policy▼

    A 50% deposit is due upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable if you cancel, but fully refunded if Maddy needs to cancel for any reason.

    Our Promise

    100% Love it Guarantee

    This painting will hang on your wall for decades. So we think you should adore it, not just accept it. You'll be shown the finished piece before it's sent, your artist will happily revise it, and if it still isn't right, you pay nothing. No awkward conversations, no polite disappointment.

    Full terms apply
    Booking Protection Promise

    Flexible Deposits: Secure your date with flexible deposits that suit you, and your budget. Our artists work with your budget, not against it.

    Replacement Promise: If your artist cancels before your wedding, you're protected. We'll issue a full refund and help you find a replacement artist where possible.

    Payment Protection: Payments made through The Wedding Painters are protected. If something goes wrong, we'll help support you and help resolve it fairly.

    Direct Access to Our Team: You can message us at any point, before or after booking, about anything at all. Real people, not a ticket system, and we stay involved from your first enquiry through to the day itself.

    Full terms apply.

    Your Artist's Promise

    A Free Consultation Call: Every artist offers a short call to talk through your vision properly before anything's finalised, so you're guided by someone who knows what actually works on the day.

    Quote Revisions Until It's Right: Not sure on size or package yet? Your artist can revise the quote as many times as you need until it reflects exactly what you want, with no pressure to decide early.

    Flexibility If Things Change: From enquiry through to your wedding day, the artist follows up on the details that matter: deadlines, check-ins and next steps, so nothing gets missed on your side.

    Reviews

    5.0 (6)
    5.0Laura

    Maddy was an incredible addition to our wedding day at Goldsborough Hall. Our guests absolutely loved their drawings and it was a real highlight of the day. Maddy also very kindly drew a special request as a surprise for the groom, which went down incredibly well!! We can't recommend her enough. Thank you so much!

    5.0Victoria

    Maddy came to our wedding in July last year at The Old Deanery. From the moment I first made contact with Maddy to enquire about her services, she was so helpful. She kept in touch with me in the run up to the wedding and liaised with the venue to discuss her position on the day. Our guests loved having a live illustrator and so many people commented on how unique it was. Maddy photographed then drew all of our guests so they could take the picture home as a keepsake of the day. I later commissioned Maddy to draw a larger picture of the venue to give to them as a gift! I would 100% recommend Maddy for any special events!

    5.0Emelia

    Maddy was a total hit at our wedding! Our guests absolutely loved getting to take away personalised illustrations, and Maddy was so professional and friendly throughout the process. Couldn't recommend booking her more!

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    Maddy
    MaddyUnited Kingdom

    Harrogate, United Kingdom

    Member since June 2026

    ✈️ Willing to travel overseas

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    About the Artist

    I'm Maddy, a passionate live event and wedding painter/ illustrator based in the UK. I bring a unique and inclusive perspective to capturing the magic of your special day, and love to paint couples of all kinds, as I am queer myself. I aim to immortalise the joy, love, and celebration that make weddings unforgettable and provide you with personalised memories that you can cherish forever. I love to attend all kinds of celebrations; traditional, eccentric, cultural, and beyond!

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    From £479.00

    25% deposit · £120 · Balance collected 30 days before the event