live wedding guest portraits

how it works

If guests are interested in taking home their own painting, they can stop by my table to have a reference photo taken. Each guest painting takes about 6 minutes to complete (12 minutes for couple paintings). Many guests will get to take their portrait home with them at the end of the night!

frequently asked questions

How do I secure my date?

Complete the guest portrait booking form below to confirm if your date is available. A non-refundable deposit of $600 and a signed contract is required to secure your date. The deposit will be applied towards the total cost, which will be due 1 week prior to your wedding date.

What do you need from the venue?

I bring all of my own materials, including lighting, signage, shelves to display portraits, and a white or black tablecloth. I only require a 6' table and chair to be provided at the venue, as well as a nearby outlet and a water source.

Do guests have to stay at the table to be painted?

Nope! When guests stop by my table, I'll take a photo of them to use as a reference for their portrait. They're free to rejoin the festivities, or stay nearby to watch the painting process.

Can you move between locations throughout the night?

I can move to a different location once during the night, as long as a 6' table and chair are provided in both locations.

What materials do you use?

  • 5"x7" watercolour paper
  • Alcohol-based fineliner (for the initial sketch)
  • Watercolours (to add a splash of colour)

Guest portraits are placed in a clear sleeve for a clean finish and safe keeping.

Will all of the guests get to take home a portrait?

Many of your guests will! I can paint at your event for up to 5 hours, and complete up to 50 individual portraits (or 25 couple portraits) during this time. If you want to make sure all of your guests are painted, I will take photos of the remaining guests and complete the portraits in my studio at an hourly rate.

How will I recieve the portraits completed after the event?

Portraits completed after the event will be shipped to the newlyweds within 3 weeks of the wedding to distribute to their guests. Shipping fees are not included.

investment

minimum booking | $1000

  • 2 hours of painting
  • Up to 20 guest portraits (or 10 couple portraits)


maximum booking | $1600

  • 5 hours of painting
  • Up to 50 guest portraits (or 25 couple portraits)


extra post-event portraits | $200/hour + shipping

  • 10 guest portraits (or 20 couple portraits) per hour


Prices are in CAD. Prices are for the 2026-2027 season and are subject to change. Travel is free to venues within 50km of Halton Hills. Additional travel fees may apply.

guest portrait booking form

Booking is now available for 2026 and 2027 dates!