Description
Step into the world of live wedding painting with me. Choose between two distinctive options: a detailed approach capturing individual and couple portraits, or an impressionistic style that beautifully captures larger scenes with more guests and scenic elements. I typically spend between 4 to 7 hours painting on the day of your wedding. In the event I am unable to complete the painting on the day, I will take the painting back to my studio to add those final touches and a protective layer of varnish. You can then choose to collect the painting in person or have it hand-delivered by me (subject to your postcode) for a reasonable mileage fee. Alternatively, you can opt for insured postage as another convenient option.
1) Impressionistic wedding moments
This option provides me with a wonderful opportunity to capture the entire scene in real-time, rather than relying on photographs. Whether this be capturing the speeches, first kiss, exchanging of the vows or anything else I will be fully immersed in the moment, capturing the whole scene as it unfolds. This will be in a more impressionistic style which also allows me to capture guests within the painting. Just as a precaution I will also take some reference photographs, just in case the painting cannot be finished on the day so that the emotion within the moment is not lost.
For this painting I will arrive a couple of hours before the reception to set up and to begin laying down the colours to create a beautiful backdrop. I will position myself strategically to ensure a clear view of the main table, preparing for the moment when the speeches begin. My ultimate goal is to create a stunning and meaningful piece of art representing the bride & groom’s chosen moment, forever preserving it in time.
2) Detailed couple and individual paintings
To begin I will typically arrive a couple of hours before the reception to set up. I will carefully position myself to capture the moment without interfering with any other photographs being taken. After being set up, I will take photographs of you both during a specific moment of your special day. These will be used as reference photos to ensure that all the emotion felt during the moment is captured perfectly. In this painting, my focus will be on capturing the couple or individual in their chosen setting. This approach allows me to intricately explore details and create a more detailed portrait. Throughout the ceremony I will use my reference photographs to bring your portrait to life within a few hours.