Our guests were absolutely delighted to receive their portraits, and everyone commented on what a thoughtful and memorable alternative to traditional wedding favours it was. Cherie’s talent, attention to detail and warm approach made the whole experience seamless from start to finish. If you’re looking for something truly distinctive to elevate your wedding day and leave your guests with a lasting keepsake, I would wholeheartedly recommend Cherie.
Turning Your Wedding Moments Into Fine Art
Hand-painted by Cherie — original human artwork
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Recognition
- Featured in Main Weddings And Events / Essex Hub listings
- Artwork featured in FACE Annual Magazine 2026 - members gallery - full page spread
Package Examples
Service Overview
Starting Price
£595.00
25% deposit · £149 · Balance collected 30 days before the event
Service Type
Wedding Illustrator
Service Areas
England
Description
Im an artist with over 25 years of experience covering a broad range of art disciplines, from model life drawing to creating abstraction experimenting with a variety of different mediums.
In terms of how I feel about painting people; I’m truly passionate about capturing special moments through elegant hand-painted portraits that are a true reflection of character and personality which is evident in my work.
Art has always been a passion of mine, and I wanted to combine my creativity with the joy of celebrating life’s most meaningful occasions. That’s how turning wedding moments into Fine Art was born—dedicated to creating beautiful keepsakes that allow guests to take home a lasting memory of a truly unforgettable day. Watching guests receive a personalised portrait is one of my favourite parts of every celebration- smiles, surprise, and excitement are what inspire me to create artwork that becomes a treasured keepsake long after the wedding day.
My Promise
My goal is to make every guest feel special while creating artwork that reflects the beauty, atmosphere, and love surrounding your wedding day. Every artwork is painted with care, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for celebrating your story.
If you choose live guest artworks from either the 'Signature', Heirloom, or 'Grand Luxury' collections, you will receive timeless artwork of your guests, keeping the style loose and flowing with watercolour paints I maintain a cohesive and professional standard throughout - each collection also includes a special framed full length portrait of the bride & groom in watercolour.
How It Works
- 1. Arrival at your wedding venue. I arrive in plenty of time before your guests so I can settle in, familiarise myself with the space and prepare everything before the celebrations begin.
- 2. Setting up my workstation. I create a dedicated artist's work station in a suitable location, keeping my materials organised and easily accessible while ensuring I remain unobtrusive throughout your wedding.
- 3. Capturing reference photographs. As guests arrive and throughout the celebrations, I take quick reference photographs. These allow me to capture each person’s likeness, clothing and individual character while they enjoy the day naturally.
- 4. Creating the artwork live. During the reception drinks and dinner, I work continuously on your guest illustrations, bringing each portrait to life in my signature style. Guests can relax, enjoy themselves and watch their artwork develop.
- 5. Displaying the finished artwork. Once completed, each illustration is placed on a dedicated display table or stand. Guests can browse the artwork and collect their portrait whenever they are ready, creating a lovely keepsake to take home.
- 6. A special portrait of the newlyweds. Your bride and groom portrait is given special attention and is displayed in a beautiful frame on the display table. It remains on show throughout the duration of your wedding, becoming part of the day’s décor and a lasting piece of artwork to treasure.
- 7. A unique wedding keepsake. By the end of the celebration, your guests leave with an original piece of artwork created especially for them — a personal reminder of your wedding day that they can treasure long after the celebrations are over.
Live wedding illustration is a unique form of live event entertainment where your guests receive a hand-painted portrait created during your wedding day. I am here to discuss your ideas and can adapt to meet your vision.
Cancellation & Refund Policy▼
Cancellation & Refund Policy Your wedding date is reserved exclusively for you once your booking is confirmed. As wedding illustration bookings involve preparation, planning and the reservation of a specific date, the following cancellation and refund policy applies. Cancellation 90 Days or More Before the Wedding If you cancel 90 days or more before your wedding date, you will receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding the non-refundable booking fee. The booking fee is retained to cover the administration, planning and reservation of your wedding date. Cancellation 60–89 Days Before the Wedding If you cancel between 60 and 89 days before your wedding date, you will receive a 50% refund of the total amount paid. The remaining 50% will be retained to cover preparation, administration and the loss of the opportunity to accept another booking for your date. Cancellation 30–59 Days Before the Wedding If you cancel between 30 and 59 days before your wedding date, you will receive a 25% refund of the total amount paid. The remaining balance will be retained to cover work already undertaken and the increasing difficulty of re-booking your wedding date. Cancellation Less Than 30 Days Before the Wedding If you cancel less than 30 days before your wedding date, no refund will be provided. At this stage, the wedding date has been held exclusively for you and significant preparation may already have taken place, making it unlikely that the date can be re-booked. Change of Wedding Date If you need to change your wedding date rather than cancel your booking, please contact me as soon as possible. I will always do my best to accommodate a new date, subject to availability. Where the new date is available, your booking and payments can be transferred to the new date. Cancellation by Cherie (the artist), in the unlikely event that I am unable to provide the agreed service, I will offer to reschedule where possible. If an alternative date cannot be agreed, you will receive a full refund of payments made for services that have not been provided. Exceptional Circumstances If circumstances outside either party’s reasonable control significantly affect the wedding or the provision of the service, I will discuss the situation with you and, where possible, seek a reasonable solution such as transferring the booking to an alternative date. Refunds Where a refund is due under this policy, it will normally be processed within 14 days of the cancellation being confirmed, using the original payment method where possible. By confirming your booking, you acknowledge and agree to the cancellation and refund terms outlined above.
Artist's Service Terms▼
Important: These are the artist's service-specific terms. The platform's Terms & Conditions always take precedence.
Copyright & Intellectual Property
All artwork remains the intellectual property of the artist unless otherwise agreed in writing.
You are granted personal use of your commissioned artwork. This means you may display, print, and share the artwork for non-commercial purposes.
You may not:
● Reproduce the artwork for commercial use
● Sell or license the artwork
● Alter or edit the artwork for resale or commercial gain
The artist reserves the right to use images of completed artwork for portfolio, website, social media, and promotional purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Working Conditions (Live Events)
For live wedding illustration bookings, the client agrees to provide:
● A suitable working space with reasonable lighting
● A stable surface or table
● Access to seating for the artist
● Reasonable access to refreshments and breaks
The artist will require short breaks during long events to maintain quality of work.
Breaks & Working Hours
For events exceeding 3–4 hours, short breaks may be taken at reasonable intervals. For full-day bookings, a longer break will be required.
Working hours will be agreed in advance. Any extension beyond agreed hours may incur additional charges.
Health & Safety
The client is responsible for ensuring that the working environment is safe and suitable for the artist.
The artist reserves the right to stop work if they feel unsafe, unwell, or if conditions are unsuitable (including overcrowding, poor lighting, or disruptive environments).
The artist is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage caused by unsafe conditions at the venue.
Public Interaction & Conduct
During live events, the artist may interact with guests. However:
● Guests must not interfere with the artwork or materials
● Equipment must not be touched without permission
● The artist reserves the right to refuse interaction if behaviour is disruptive or inappropriate
The client is responsible for ensuring respectful conduct towards the artist at all times.
Travel & Expenses
Travel costs may be included or charged separately depending on location. Any additional expenses such as parking, accommodation, or extended travel will be agreed in advance.
Liability
The artist will not be held liable for delays or failure to perform services due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to illness, accidents, travel disruption, or venue restrictions.
Agreement
By confirming your booking, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.
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 (1)
Cherie
Romford, Essex, United Kingdom
Member since July 2026
About the Artist
Every artwork is created with the same philosophy: to capture not only a likeness, but the beauty, atmosphere and emotion of your day . My work combines delicate line, soft painterly washes and thoughtful composition to create artwork that feels both contemporary and enduring. Each piece is individually hand painted, celebrating the details that make your wedding uniquely yours. Every portrait shares the same style: timeless, romantic and elegant.
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From £595.00
Starting price
25% deposit · £149 · Balance collected 30 days before the event
Select your wedding date
From £595.00
25% deposit · £149 · Balance collected 30 days before the event