Live Event Painting
Congratulations on your special day!
Whether you are celebrating a wedding, quinceañera. bar/bat mitzvah, birthday, corporate event, vow renewal, or other special day - a live painting will elevate your event to that “unforgettable” level. Live art is a luxury service originating at royal weddings from centuries past, today the experience can be yours. Continue reading to learn more about the process, investment, submit an inquiry, and view FAQs.
The Perfect Painting, For Every Style.
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The "In The Moment" Shot
Capture a scene from the day-of your special event! Poses can be captured beforehand for more control over the final result, or you can leave it to me for a true surprise!
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The Picture Perfect Memory
Any image of your choice, painted live during your event from a photo or custom design- great for those who want something different than traditional live paintings.
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Guest Portraiture
This option is for the guests! Live portraiture during your event provides both entertainment, as well as an unforgettable party favor to send home with your guests.
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From Bride + Groom, S & T
“Bianca did an amazing job with one of my favorite moments captured. OBSESSED is an understatement. This photo was kind of a tough one to paint. Her attention to detail and her care to make sure it’s all perfect is so evident. This painting is so special to me, and even more special because my husband will be deploying in the near future. I can’t thank her enough. If you’re on the fence, book her! It’s only a matter of time before this new artist blows up.”
— S + T
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From Bride + Groom, D & I
“So thankful we booked Bianca as our live painter! We have been waiting for this moment since I spoke to her 7 months ago! She did such an amazing job. All my guests loved her and were in awe of her work. She has such a lovely personality and is super talented. We cannot stop admiring our painting, truly such a memorable piece that we can keep forever. Thank you so much Bianca, we really appreciate your hard work and attention to detail. The painting itself could not be any more perfect.”
— D + I
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From Bride + Groom, A & Z:
“We were fortunate to have Bianca paint a special moment from our wedding ceremony. We were absolutely blown away by the level of detail she put into this painting. You could tell this was truly a labor of love. We’re so excited to have this painting hanging in our home to remind us of our special day. Thank you, Bianca, for sharing your amazing talent with us!”
— A & Z
The Live Painting Process
First, we will “meet” via phone/video call or email during booking to discuss the event, your vision for the painting, and to get to know each other!
When the big day comes:
• I will arrive 2-3 hours before your event begins, and will spend 6-8 hours live painting throughout the event, or until the event ends, whichever comes first.
• Toward the end of the night we will have a grand reveal of your painting in it’s mostly-complete state, which will be captured on photo and/or video. When the night ends, I will take the painting home with me to make any touch ups necessary and seal it with a varnish.
Receiving your Painting:
• For events that require I travel, you will receive your finished painting the next day. You (or a designated trusted friend) will meet with me to exchange your finished painting before I leave.
• For events in Southern California, your painting will go home with me to be finished in my studio. Once complete, you (or a designated trusted friend) will meet with me to exchange your finished painting. Paintings that come home with me typically have a 1-4 week turnaround to be completed, and returned, depending on the extent of work that remains after your event. Perfect timing coming home from your honeymoon if I am painting your wedding day!
More Details:
• Paintings are done in acrylic paint on a ready-to-display, 1.5" thick, high-quality canvas with sides finished to allow you to display it unframed. All paintings are sealed with varnish to ensure your artwork remains pristine.
• Only 50% of your balance is due up-front to secure your date- the rest is due one week before your event! Customized payment plans are also available.
Guest Portraiture Process
First, we will “meet” via phone/video call or email during booking to discuss the event, your vision, and to get to know each other!
When the big day comes:
I would arrive 30 minutes-1 hour before my set “begin” time, and will have a table setup for a minimum of 3 hours where I will paint your guests portraits for them as they enjoy your event.
Pictures will be taken of the guests as they approach the table, and I will paint the portraits from the photos. If there are any unfinished portraits by the end of my time, I will complete them after the wedding from my reference photos, and mail them to you at no additional expense to you.
Portraits will be available for guests to collect from my station as they dry.
More Details:
• Paintings are done in watercolor paint on ready-to-display, 5”x7”, high-quality watercolor paper. All paintings are packaged in a clear, protective sleeve to ensure your artwork remains pristine.
• The painting process allows for roughly 8-13 portraits to be completed per hour, with up to 3 portraits/people per sheet.
• Only 50% of your balance is due up-front to secure your date- the rest is due one week before your event! Customized payment plans are also available.
Live Painting Investment
Live painting is a service offered to bring luxury events to the next level with this long-lived tradition - that’s what you’re here for, after all. My live painting package prices vary depending on various factors such as the duration of your event, subject matter of the painting, travel fees (if applicable), and variations of the canvas itself. You and guests will enjoy an unforgettable experience, then get to relive those moments forever, every time you see your painting! Live Painting Canvas are high quality, Gallery-Wrapped, and ready to display; multiple sizes available. Guest Portraits are painted on 5'“x7” watercolor paper, and packed in a protective sleeve. Submit an inquiry in the “contact me” page for more information on pricing for your custom service, or click “book your event” below!
FAQs
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First, submit an inquiry. Once my availability on your inquired date is confirmed, we will have an introductory meeting, either via phone call, video call, or email. We can chat about your dream painting and what feelings you want to capture most. Then, I will create a custom proposal for you with a few options, once you choose your proposal, I will send you a contract and invoice for a retainer payment of 25% of your total balance- this retainer payment is a deposit on your total balance, this is not in addition to your total cost. A signed contract and completed retainer payment will secure your date on my calendar!
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A signed contract and completed retainer payment of 25% of your total balance will secure your date on my calendar. The retainer payment is a part of your total cost- not in addition to it. The remainder of your balance will be due 1 month before your event date, unless an alternative payment plan has been arranged and outlined in the contract.
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Of course! Travel fees are an option to bring me to you- wherever that is, and I love to travel!
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Yes! Paintings can always be commissioned from photos, with the benefit of being able to make any adjustments you’d like to the setting, or combine elements of multiple photos. Inquiries can be submitted on the “contact me” page.
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I am happy to offer a payment plan if you would like to spread out your investment across a few payments leading up to your event. Just ask!
