Live Wedding Painting FAQ's

Because, as far as we are aware, no one in the US has done this before! I saw this idea done overseas, and thought I really wanted to bring it to the United States! I have looked here in America and have not seen anyone else off this kind of service!

We will arrive at your venue at least 1 hour ahead of time to set up the easel, paints, area rug and canvas.  As your day progresses, we will encourage your guest to participate in adding paint to your canvas, and a note in your sketch book. We will typically  be on site for 4-6 hours, or more if you wish to have us longer. When our time is up, depending on the package you choose, we will either pack everything up and head back to our studio for touch ups, or will pack up everything except the canvas and after care kit.  (We will be sure to leave your painting and painting kit in a safe place).

Yes we can. We are happy to to set up at the social hour, then move with you into the reception room to continue painting. As each wedding is different, we will discuss with you your wishes, and will also contact the venue to iron out all the details.  

ABSOLUTLELY !!!! We encourage ALL your guests to come over and add their touch to your keepsake!  We only ask that the children be supervised by an adult at the canvas. 

It is hard to answer this question as every painting is a different size, and each has different elements included in the finished piece. I can tell you however, that we will spend 2-8 hours on your canvas prior to the wedding with our initial consultation and designing sessions, pre-drawing and taping (if chosen).  We will also spend 4-6+ hours at your wedding, then will take the canvas back to the studio for an additional 2-8 hours to refine and add the details, then varnish and add hanging hardware (if its part of your chosen package). Your painting will be finished within  8-12 weeks after the wedding. 

We paint with water based professional grade acrylic paint on professional gallery wrapped canvas. Acrylic paint is the perfect medium for event painting, as it is non-toxic and fast drying, allowing for easy transportation back to the studio. When the painting is finished, if you choose to, we will  also add varnish to the painting to protect the surface from UV and cracking.

We also bring a range of brushes and palette knives for guests to use to apply paint.

I do not need assistance from the event staff, other than being pointed to my location set up. 

I have a portable easel, table and small area rug (when needed) for the painting space. The venue should reserve a small space (4' x' 6') with space for people to gather and paint. I will need access to a power outlet to power the easel lamp, access to a water source and somewhere to dispose of paint water after the event (typically the mop basin in the kitchen).

For Live Guest Collab Paintings, we encourage guest to express themselves in a way that is natural for them. This is meant to be a joyous and happy time, not a lesson in right and wrong.  However, as we are trying to achieve a desired effect (as discussed in our consultation) I will guide the guests in that direction by demonstrating different techniques  for them to use. 

Event Painting By Erin requires a retainer payment of 50% of the total investment to hold your date. This payment is part of the total, not in addition to the total. The remaining balance is due upon delivery of the painting 8-12 weeks after the event.

I am happy to work with you to create a schedule of payments that works for you. I also use Paypal to process credit cards, and they too offer payment plans. 

Don't worry! If I am already booked on your wedding date, I have several trusted artists that I have worked with for many years, that can guide you and your guest on your special day!

Yes I do! Should your venue require a venue-specific liability insurance certificate, just let me know and I am happy to email it to them!

That all depends on you! During our initial consultation, we will talk about your vision, and if you don't know, I will give you ideas. We will take into consideration your favorite colors, design aesthetic and subject matter. Landscapes, florals, pets and even themes surrounding your favorite hobbies .... almost anything goes! Once we narrow down our options a little, you will take to the internet to find images to serve as inspiration.  I will take these images and draw up a plan, along with color palette for you to approve before I put pencil to canvas to ready it for your guests. Keep in mind we can not create anything with photorealism, as this is ultimately your guest's creation, we can not guarantee a particular outcome.  We are merely there to guide them through the process.

Yes we can set up outside or inside, or both.  We can relocate inside should the weather turn. 

Yes I do!  When I am not creating Event Paintings, or Guest Collab Paintings, I work as a full time artist ErinLeigh.com and educator with PaintSipFun.com .