FAQ
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What is live wedding Painting?
Live wedding painting is an experience where you get to select an artist to partner with you in creating the most customizable, timeless, piece of art that you can forever keep. It is a form of entertainment for guests and a unique element that you will never forget on your special day!
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The Investment
You have the ability to choose what special pieces come together to craft your dream wedding. Imagine an artist working their magic right there at your reception, capturing the joy and emotion of the day on canvas. It’s a truly special and unforgettable experience that you’ll cherish forever.
Choosing Senea as your live wedding painter is an investment with rewards lasting for years to come. Her expertise and creativity will ensure that your painting is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that reflects your love story.
The cost of live wedding painting services varies depending on a few factors, such as the size of the canvas, the number of people you’d like included in the painting, and the level of detail you’d like. Her pricing starts at $1,800.
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What is included?
The process begins with conversations to understand the picture you are looking for. Senea will create a sketch draft of your ideas and work with you to capture the vision you have!
On the big day, you and your guests will have the opportunity to observe the artist paint quickly with techniques learned from years of practice.
At the end of the night, Senea will take the painting back to the studio. Once the finishing touches and protective varnishing is complete the piece is yours to keep!
How does this work?
What is the process?
It all begins with a conversation. Once you have navigated on this page through some of the answers to questions you may have, reach out so we can discuss what your unique journey will look like!
If I am not available to paint live I would be happy to work from a photo of your wedding!
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I use high quality acrylic paints on canvas. These paints dry quickly, making for a clean transport after the event.
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I describe my work as impressionistic, meaning I capture life live using small visible brush strokes closely together that are not always blended. It is a unique art style used by famous artists including Monet and Van Gough!
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I can capture the most detail if I paint the couple only, however if including additional guests is desired I can include up to 5 recognizable guests (recognizable being non silhouette). Guests may be added in the studio as well if not added on the night of.
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I will be happy to paint the ceremony from photos and complete the painting during the reception.
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To create the painting, I need photos of everything to be included! I work from watching and photos since everything will be moving. I will get my pictures before the ceremony!
My supplies and I will take up no more than 5' X 5' and will need to be somewhere with a good view of the venue. I will also need access to an outlet, a water source, and a sink.
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Shortly after you complete the form on the contact page I will confirm if I am available for your date. We will have a phone call to discuss what you're looking for and I will follow up with some quotes.
Once we reach an agreement, we sign a contract, and a retainer is paid - your date is booked!
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This will depend on the painting size, detail, and number of guests included. You can expect your painting ready within 6-8 weeks of your wedding day.
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You are welcome to pick up your painting in person once it is completed! If an in person pick up cannot be arranged, I will gladly ship the finished painting to you.