Michael and his live paintings at my wedding were one of the biggest highlights of my day! Seeing the delight on my guests faces! All taking them home their paintings to put in frames, as treasures moments captures is priceless! Michael is very talented and has a very kind energy. He did a painting of my elderly father that bought me to tears. BOOK HIM you will be sooooo glad that you did! Thank you again ❤️❤️❤️
Forever Captured: Personalised Live Guest Illustrations
Hand-painted by Michael — original human artwork
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Service Overview
Starting Price
£500.00
25% deposit · £125 · Balance collected 30 days before the event
Service Type
Wedding Illustrator
Service Areas
England
Scotland
Wales
Description
Live guest illustration is a brilliant way to give your guests something genuinely personal to take home, a one-of-a-kind portrait created during your wedding, as part of the entertainment.
On the day, I’ll set up a comfortable portrait station and create individual guest portraits from photos taken at the table. Guests can dip in, enjoy the experience, then collect their finished artwork and keep it as a lasting reminder of your celebration.
So how does it work?
Step 1: Creative consultation
Before the wedding, we’ll have a consultation to pin down your vision chatting about your preferred medium, any styles you like, the atmosphere you want, and how you’d like the portrait station to fit into the flow of your day.
Step 2: Live portraits during your event
On the day, guests come over to the portrait station, have their photo taken, and I create their portrait live (typically 10–15 minutes per guest). It’s relaxed, interactive, and makes a lovely talking point throughout the celebration.
Step 3: Collection + any studio finishes
Most portraits are collected on the day. If any are unfinished, I’ll complete them within 1–2 weeks and we can arrange delivery or collection.
Packages & pricing
- Half day — £500 (minimum booking)
- Full day — £700
Travel costs and materials (usually around £25) are added on top.
Optional add-ons
- A larger commemorative piece featuring the couple (or key family members), created during quieter moments between guest portraits (additional charge).
- Digital copies of guest portraits (great for albums or socials) available for an additional charge.
Setup requirements
All I need is a quiet, well-lit area (natural light is ideal) with space for 2–3 chairs and my easel. We’ll decide the best spot during the consultation so it complements your venue and doesn’t interrupt the day.
Cancellation & Refund Policy▼
Cancellation / Refund / Exchange Policy
Cancellations must be made 1 month prior to the agreed start date in order to receive a full refund, otherwise a fee of 30% will be incurred. If you are unhappy with your painting, you will have the option to return the painting and receive a full refund.
Artist's Service Terms▼
Important: These are the artist's service-specific terms. The platform's Terms & Conditions always take precedence.
Shipping Policy
The completed painting will be carefully packaged and can be collected in person, hand-delivered (within reasonable distance) for an agreed fee, or posted with insurance.
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 applyBooking 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 (2)What wedding gift do you give to a couple who has it all? A Michael Collin painting of course! After attending five destination weddings in one year we were at a loss for creative gift ideas until we found Michael. Each painting was a huge hit. So forget the wedding registry and give the most memorable gift!
Michael
Swinton, Scotland, United Kingdom
Member since February 2025
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About the Artist
Michael studied painting at Glasgow School of Art and is well-versed in a variety of different styles and mediums. Whether you want to capture your wedding guests in beautiful portraits using watercolour, acrylic or oil paint, or if you have something a little different in mind, Michael will be with you every step of the way to create unique keepsakes that your guests can cherish for years to come.
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From £500.00
Starting price
25% deposit · £125 · Balance collected 30 days before the event
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From £500.00
25% deposit · £125 · Balance collected 30 days before the event