Live Wedding Painters

Live wedding painting is a unique technique artists use to capture someone’s special moments during their wedding ceremony, and yes this is captured live! Think of it as a mix between a wedding performer and a wedding photographer. Your guests enjoy the beauty of watching your special moments transform on canvas, and you receive a cherished keepsake of your love to hang in your home!

What is Live Wedding Painting?

Mastering this style of painting takes time and skill, as artists must work under pressure while interacting with guests. However, once perfected, it becomes one of the most fulfilling forms of art. Artists have the privilege of creating beautiful masterpieces capturing the special moments of couples, which they can cherish for years to come. Its no wonder this art form is gaining popularity among artists in the USA.

We don’t want to over-simplify the live wedding painting process, but below we have outline the key aspects of live wedding painting to give you a better understanding. Each artist has their unique approach, so the specifics may vary based on your individual circumstances. This general outline will give you an idea of what to expect.

They are portraits of a couple’s special moments, such as their first kiss or first dance.

The portrait is captured usually on canvas, in a painting style unique to their chosen artist.

The portrait is completed live during the wedding ceremony, which is taken home by the couple at the end of the night.

Working together with your chosen artist, you will create an unforgettable image filled with all the intricate details. This includes deciding what moments to capture, whether it’s the emotions, your attire, or the breathtaking venue. Planning where the artist will set up to ensure they can capture your special moment without obstructing anyone’s view.

Finally, any added features the artist offers such as guest portraits, forming or prints to give as wedding gifts to your guests. This combination results in a truly personalized, one-of-a-kind, and flawless live wedding painting that captures your special day in the most unforgettable way possible.

Choosing a Live Wedding Painter in America

All our wedding painters in the USA are easy to talk to. Once you have found your perfect artist, simply request a quote directly on their listing page. Most of our artists in America are happy to have a consultation before any purchase has been made. This way you can be 100% sure they understand your vision. You can discuss important details including what you want captured along with any special requests. Live wedding painters are no different from other wedding suppliers, they can get booked up in advance, Therefore the best time to book your perfect live wedding painter is now!

Cost of a Live Wedding Painter in USA

Answering this question is going to depend on several factors. The main ones which we have found to have the biggest impact on price include:

• The artists experience level and talent
• The artists’ location relative to your wedding venue
• The type of package your want
• The time the artist spends at your wedding venue
• The size of your portrait 

Typically, a high level of experience is required for completing a live wedding painting, setting a minimum standard for artists in this field. However, artists with years of experience in live wedding painting bring a higher quality and therefore, added value to their work. The longer an artist paints at your wedding, the higher the price may be as you’re paying for more of their time. Normally, live wedding painters work for the full day (around 4-6 hours), making any necessary touch-ups after the ceremony. Many artists offer various packages to cater to different wedding budgets, ensuring you can find an artist that meets your needs.

Of course, prices range from cheap to expensive, but our research has found that a live wedding painter cost anywhere from $2000-$6500+ with most being lying around the $3500 mark. The typical canvas size for this price is 16”x20” which includes 4-6 hours of painting with travel not included. Therefore, it can sometimes be more cost effective to choose a more expensive, local painter rather than have someone travel across state.

If its guest portraits you’re looking for then these are usually charged per hour, starting around $100/hr. A skilled artist can produce 4-6 guest portraits in this hour.

Why Hire a Live Wedding Painter in the USA?

Having a live wedding painter is a fantastic way to capture the most special moments of your wedding day. While we can’t list all the reasons (there are so many!), here are the top 3 reasons why we believe having a live wedding painter is a wonderful addition to your celebration.

Reason 1:

Unique Artistic Interpretation – Hiring a live wedding painter creates a personalized art piece which beautifully captures the essence and atmosphere of your special day. Live wedding painters are able to incorporate their distinct style, creativity and experience into their artwork, something which a photographer cannot do. This results in a completely one-of-a-kind masterpiece that fully reflects your weddings atmosphere and emotions.

Reason 2:

Deeper Emotional Connection – Live wedding painters have the ability to capture not just the physical details of the moment, but also the emotions and reactions of you and your guests. Unlike photographs, certain aspects can be amplified or embellished by your chosen artist, evoking more intense emotions every time you gaze upon your cherished keepsake. Creating a profound and lasting connection that can transcend for generations.

Reason 3:

Unique Entertainment for Guests – Watching a live wedding painter is an immersive experience not only for you, but for you guests as well. Its most likely something they have never witnessed before and will serve as a conversation starter, and keep guests engaged during the lulls in the festivities. Additionally, some live wedding painters can create personalised guest portraits, which serve as unique and heartfelt reminders of the special time spent together on your wedding day.

There are many more reasons which I’m sure our artists will be happy to explain to you. Enquire today!