Your wedding day is filled with moments that fly by in a heartbeat. A live venue painting lets you hold onto them forever. As your celebration unfolds around me, I hand-paint the atmosphere, the setting, and the emotion of your day directly onto canvas, creating a bespoke, one-of-a-kind keepsake you will treasure for a lifetime.

Working in acrylic, I capture not just what your venue looks like, but how it feels. The light, the energy, the little details that make your day entirely your own. It is a living piece of art, created in real time, that your guests will gather around with wonder and that will find a cherished place on your wall for years to come.

Before your big day, we will have a relaxed consultation to talk through your vision. Together we will plan the scene, the size, and the moments you most want captured, so that when the day arrives, every brushstroke is thoughtful and intentional.

Available Sizes

• 9 x 12″ — a beautifully intimate keepsake, perfect for capturing a single scene or moment with warmth and detail.

• 12 x 16″ — a larger, more expansive piece that gives the setting room to breathe and allows for richer detail throughout.

Pricing

9 x 12″ — from £850

12 x 16″ — from £1,200

Exact pricing is confirmed during your consultation, based on your chosen size, the level of detail, and the time spent painting live on the day. Every commission is unique, and I want to make sure the final price truly reflects your vision.

Why a Live Venue Painting?

A photograph captures a moment. A hand-painted artwork captures a feeling. Guests love watching the painting come to life throughout the day, and you leave with something no camera could ever replicate. It is a sentimental, deeply personal celebration of one of the most important days of your life.

I would love to be part of your story. Get in touch and let’s chat about bringing your vision to life.

I travel to venues across Scotland and beyond. Travel costs may apply for venues more than 60 miles from Lossiemouth. Full details are in my FAQs.

What is the difference between studio and live illustrations?
A: Studio illustrations are carefully created in my studio from reference photos or your ideas, allowing for detailed, polished work. Live paintings are created on-site during your event in acrylic, capturing the atmosphere, energy, and special moments in real time.

Q: Which mediums do you offer?
A: I offer both watercolour and acrylic for studio illustrations. Live venue paintings are created in acrylic.

Q: What sizes are available?
A:

• Studio illustrations: Watercolour A5, A4, and A3, Acrylic 9″ × 12″ and 12″ × 16″
• Live venue paintings: Acrylic 9″ × 12″ and 12″ × 16″

Q: What are the prices for studio illustrations?
A: Studio illustration prices are:

• £45 — A5 Couple Illustration (watercolour or standard acrylic)
• £95 — A4 Couple Illustration (watercolour or standard acrylic)
• £100 — A4 Venue Illustration (watercolour or standard acrylic)
• £130 — A4 Venue & Couple Illustration (watercolour or standard acrylic)
• £165 — A3 Venue & Couple Illustration (watercolour or standard acrylic)

Premium Acrylic Studio Illustrations:

• From £250 — 9″ x 12″ Acrylic Illustration
• From £375 — 12″ x 16″ Acrylic Illustration

All studio illustrations come with a complimentary mount.

Q: How much do live paintings cost?
A: For live venue paintings, prices start from:

• £850 for 9″ × 12″
• £1,200 for 12″ × 16″

All live paintings are mounted and framed, ready to display. Exact pricing will be confirmed after a consultation based on size, level of detail, and time spent painting live.

Q: How long does a live painting take?
A: Most live paintings take several hours, usually during the main part of your event. Exact timing depends on the size and complexity of the scene.

Q: Do you travel for live events?
A: Yes, I’m based in Lossiemouth and happy to travel across Scotland. Travel outside a 60-mile radius is charged at 45p per mile.

Q: What happens if my live painting isn’t finished on the day?
A: In the event that a live painting isn’t completed during your event, I will finish the artwork in my studio and send it to you at no extra cost.

Q: When will I receive my finished studio illustration?
A: Studio illustrations are carefully completed and delivered within the agreed timeframe after your order is confirmed.

Q: What happens after I commission a piece?
A: Once your order is confirmed, I’ll discuss your vision, preferred style, and any details you’d like included. For live paintings, we’ll plan logistics and timing. For studio illustrations, we’ll agree on reference photos or ideas.

Q: Can I request specific details or custom elements?
A: Yes! I love creating bespoke illustrations and can incorporate special elements, pets, or objects that are meaningful to you. Additional complexity may slightly affect the price.