10 Reasons to hire a live wedding painter for your big day.
More and more couples are choosing to include this unique experience in their celebration, and it’s easy to see why. Here are 10 compelling reasons to hire a live wedding painter for your big day:
1. It’s an Experience and a Work of Art in One
A live painter brings an element of performance to your wedding. Guests love watching the piece come to life in real time—it’s entertainment and a meaningful keepsake all in one. And with Painting to the People, the guests participate in bringing the painting to life because they are the painters!
2. You’ll Have a One-of-a-Kind Heirloom
Your wedding painting will be unlike anyone else’s. It’s not a print, not a duplicate—just a one-of-a-kind piece of art that tells your love story, painted by the people you love on your special day.
3. It Adds a Touch of Old-World Romance
It brings a sense of tradition and elegance that feels beautifully nostalgic.
4. It’s a Conversation Starter for Guests
Guests are always intrigued by the live painting process. It gives them something engaging to participate in and observe throughout the evening—and they’ll be excited to see how the painting evolves.
5. It Captures the Feeling, Not Just the Image
Unlike a photo, a painting doesn’t just replicate a moment—it conveys its emotion. Your image can be expressed through art in a powerful, poetic, colorful way—by your guests!
6. It Complements Your Wedding Aesthetic
Live painting fits beautifully into nearly any wedding theme, from classic black-tie to whimsical garden parties. The setup itself is often a charming addition to your décor.
7. It’s Personalized to Your Story
We work with you ahead of time to tailor the painting to your preferences and help you choose the best photo for the Painting to the People live painting process.
8. It’s a Lasting Gift to Yourselves (or Loved Ones)
Some couples choose to keep the painting as their first family heirloom, while others gift it to parents or display it prominently in their home as a daily reminder of their favorite day.
9. It Supports a Local Artist
Hiring a live wedding painter means supporting a working artist in your community, who’s passionate about storytelling through art and dedicated to giving you a deeply personal keepsake. That’s us!
10. You Deserve Something That Feels as Special as the Day
Your wedding is one of the most memorable days of your life. A live painting celebrates that fact—and lets you hold onto a piece of the magic, forever.
