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Live Painting Experience

Turning your real-time moments into timeless Artwerks.

Whether it’s the first kiss, your first dance, or just that magic energy in the room — I capture it live, on-site, in a digital painting that blends

traditional brushwork with modern tools. 

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From Inquiry to Canvas

Explore or book your date with this guide. It covers inquiring, booking, and my offerings. It’s not just a painting; it’s an experience that starts with connection and ends with a unique artwork that lives beyond the big day.

How It Werk’s

1. You Book the Date

Once you fill out the inquiry form and we confirm availability, a signed contract and a 50% non-refundable deposit locks it in.  Simple and stress-free.

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2. We Chat About the Vision

We’ll talk details: the vibe, the pose, the people, and any must-have elements. You don’t need to know all the answers — I’ll guide you.

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3. I Paint Live at Your Event
I’ll arrive early to set up my 24” digital painting display using award-winning Rebelle software. Guests get to watch the artwork evolve in real time — it’s not just art, it’s part of the entertainment.
Every brushstroke is captured using Rebelle’s built-in time-lapse feature, which records the entire painting process from start to finish. You’ll receive a beautifully edited video showing your moment coming to life.

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4. The Final Touches 

After your event, I take the live painting back to the studio to refine details, polish it up, and enhancing it with hand-applied acrylic brushstrokes for added texture and depth. Once complete, it’s sealed with a UV-protective gloss varnish to preserve its brilliance and ensure  it’s frame-worthy

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5. You Receive Your Artwork

Once it’s complete, I’ll send a high-res image + deliver your canvas in floating frame. It’s your moment — turned into art you’ll keep forever.

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 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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1.How long do you paint at the event?
Typically 4–5 hours. I stay through the core parts of the event to capture the energy and key details. Then I finish the piece in my studio.
 
2. Is it really painted live?
Yes! I paint in real time at the event using a digital canvas display plus photo reference. It’s like a live performance — guests love stopping by to watch it unfold.

3. What’s included in the price?
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Every package includes:​
✔ Live digital painting at your event
✔ Post-event refinements in studio
✔ High-res image file
✔Professional canvas print
✔  Edited Time-lapse video that captures each brushstroke 
 
4. What if the event is outdoors?
​If I’m painting outside, shelter from sun or rain is required — tent, canopy, or overhang is perfect. I also need access to electricity.
 

5.Do you offer payment plans?

Yes — I offer flexible payment plans upon request. A 50% non-refundable deposit is always required to reserve your date.
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6. Can this be a surprise or gift?
Absolutely. Just let me know on the form — I’ll be discreet and help you plan it right.
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7. What Does the Setup Look Like?
Modern gear, traditional feel. My live painting setup is designed to blend into your event clean, minimal, and guest-friendly.
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Here’s what I bring:
  • A Huion 24” digital pen display (think a high-end screen that I paint directly on — like a digital canvas)
  • A lightweight standing desk with monitor arm 
  • A monitor for guest viewing (so they can see the painting come to life in real-time — optional but always a hit)
  • Cables + power strip (I’ll need access to one power outlet nearby)
  • A small artist table for accessories + signage
  • Optional signage or easel print explaining what I’m doing (adds a nice touch for curious guests)
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Quick Details

 

  • Setup time: I arrive ~1.5 to 2 hours early to get everything ready

  • Footprint: About a 10 x 10 ft space is ideal. 

  • Electricity: Required (standard outlet is perfect)

  • Outdoor events: Must have shelter from direct sun or rain (tent, overhang, etc.)

 

I keep the setup sleek so it fits in with your decor — not something clunky or distracting. 

Guests love to swing by throughout the night and see how it’s evolving — it becomes part of the memory.
 

Add-Ons & Custom Options
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  • Floating Framed Canvas Print

  • Additional Portraits (people or pets)

  • Custom Background or Scene Add-ins

  • Gift Certificates

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Why Live Painting? Why Craig?

You get more than a painting. You get an experience — a conversation piece at the wedding, a memory in the making, a gift that hits different because it’s made while it’s all happening.

I’m not just capturing faces — I’m chasing feeling.

The glance before the kiss. The hands clutched during vows. The moment that becomes the memory.

That’s what I paint.

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How do I book?
Fill out the Inquiry Form and I’ll get back to you within 24–48 hours with availability and package info.

 

 

 

Spots book up fast — especially for peak wedding season. If you’re even thinking about it, let’s talk. No pressure — just possibilities.

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