Live event illustration: guest portraits

Live guest illustrations at weddings have become increasingly popular in 2023.

Instead of traditional wedding favors or photo booths, couples are opting to provide their guests with personalised and unique illustrations that they can take home as a memento of the special day.

Live guest illustrations involve hiring a professional live event artist to create on-the-spot sketches or illustrations of guests during the wedding reception.

The artist may use a variety of mediums, such as watercolors, pencils, or even digital tablets, to create the illustrations. Guests can either pose for the artist or go about their business as usual, and the artist will capture them in their natural state.

The benefits of live guest illustrations are numerous. Firstly, it provides guests with a unique and personal keepsake that they can take home with them. Unlike traditional wedding favors, which can often be generic and forgettable, live illustrations are tailored specifically to each guest and serve as a special reminder of the wedding day.

Secondly, live illustrations can serve as a form of entertainment during the wedding reception. Guests can watch the artist at work, interact with them, and even make suggestions for what they would like to be included in their illustration. This can be a fun and engaging activity that keeps guests entertained and adds to the overall atmosphere of the wedding.

Finally, live illustrations can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to the wedding. The artwork can be displayed on tables or hung on a display board, creating a beautiful and personalized decoration. 

The illustrations can also later be incorporated into the wedding stationery, such as invitations or thank-you cards, adding a unique and personal touch to the overall design.

If you would like to book me as your live event artist, I work throughout the UK. Click below to find out more about my live painting services.

Cheryl x