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What happens the day of the event ?
The artist typically arrives at the venue two to three hours prior to the ceremony to get their station set up and start on the background of the scene . When the chosen moment occurs , the artist takes a reference photo on their phone and then moves to the reception to paint the primary focus of the piece : the couple . As the artist paints , guests are encouraged to come watch the process unfold , take photos and videos , ask questions and even assist in the painting itself . Toward the end of the evening , the artist brings their painting to either a temporary stopping point with the intention of finishing later in a studio setting or finishes it completely , leaving it with the couple .
Having professionally painted artwork done during the most important day of your life is an incredible investment not only in the wedding itself but also in the long-term preservation of the memories from that day for generations to come .
Live wedding paintings are an incredible addition to any home and quickly become a cherished decorative focal point . The only other question couples should be asking themselves is this : who is the artist we ’ d like to work with and how soon can we book them ?
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