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GUEST PORTRAITS

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Watercolor illustration of a couple, Zameera and Fateem, titled with the date May 18th, 2025, and a signature in the bottom right corner.
A woman with blonde wavy hair holding a drawing of herself in a floral dress, smiling at the camera.
Illustration of two women dressed in colorful, patterned clothing, with no detailed facial features, standing together. The woman on the left wears glasses and a hijab, and the woman on the right has long, curly hair. The illustration is for a weddin
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wedding guest holding custom watercolor portrait
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A woman with glasses smiling and holding a framed illustration of two women, one with glasses and a blue dress, and the other with long hair and a floral dress, inside a room with large windows and string lights outdoors.
Hand-drawn watercolor portrait of a man in a black suit with a red beard and a woman with wavy brown hair in a light dress, with signatures and a circle logo at the bottom.
A watercolor illustration of a man and woman standing close together, with the man in a blue plaid shirt and gray pants, and the woman in a blue floral dress. The image includes handwritten text at the bottom reading "Steve ♥ Ranae" and the date "May
A woman wearing glasses and a beige hijab holding a drawing of two women, one wearing a pink outfit and the other wearing a light blue outfit with a hijab, both with sunglasses.
A woman with brown hair smiling and holding a caricature portrait in a plastic cover. She is wearing a black dress, jewelry, and glasses on her head. The caricature depicts a man and woman dressed formally. The woman is pointing at the caricature wit
A watercolor illustration of a couple dressed in formal attire, with the man wearing a black suit, white shirt, blue tie, and glasses, and the woman in a dark blue dress with floral pattern, glasses, and jewelry, including a necklace and bracelet wit
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Watercolor illustration of two women with curly hair, wearing dresses and necklaces, along with a circular monogram with initials 'K' and 'A' and the date 5.25.23.
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A watercolor illustration of a man with a beard and a woman with long, brown hair. The man wears a blue shirt, gray vest, and patterned tie, while the woman has a sleeveless dress with gold and blue floral patterns and a tattoo on her upper arm. The
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Watercolor illustration of a man in a black suit with a white shirt and a pink, black, and white striped tie, and a woman in a pink dress with a necklace, both with faceless features.
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Investment

Pricing starts at $1250.

Couples that book live watercolor guest portraits with me can expect to spend $1250-$2450 on average.

Pricing will vary; for the most accurate custom quote, your wedding location and date are required. All applicable fees (sales tax, travel), adjustments, and add-ons will be included in your final quote.

Some locations may require a package minimum and may have specific start or end-of-service (cut-off) times.

2027 pricing update coming soon.

  • $1250+
    40 guests or ~20 couples, or about 3 hours on-site
    Minimum for weddings (local only). Great for smaller, intimate gatherings!

  • $1600+
    52 guests or ~26 couples, or about 4 hours on-site

  • $1900+
    64 guests or ~32 couples, or about 5 hours on-site

  • $2150+
    76 guests or ~38 couples, or about 6 hours on-site

  • Travel included for venue locations under 2 hours drive or within 100 miles of Artist’s residence.

    A flat fee may apply depending on your location:

    ⊹ 2-3 hours drive or 100-150 miles (one-way): approximately +$200-$400

    ⊹ 3-4 hours drive or 150+ miles (one-way): approximately +$400-$800

    ⊹ Over 8 hours drive (one-way), flights (round-trip) required or multi-day travel: approximately +$1500 or more, and will vary based on location

  • Due to schedule constraints, I may offer a remote live painting service. Although I will not physically be there on-site, you can still enjoy my painting services remotely via live-stream.

    Enjoy a small discount off any package and no travel fees when booking this service.

    Inquire for details & logistics.

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What’s Included?

All Base Packages Include:

⊹ Guest portrait painting live on-site

⊹ Illustrations made using archival black ink and artist and professional grade watercolors on 4” x 6” watercolor paper, completed in loose, illustrative faceless style

⊹ Time after event to complete any unfinished paintings

⊹ Complimentary watercolor painting of the couple (created after the event)

⊹ Custom stamp to use on paintings, which can be kept by the couple

⊹ Travel within 100mi or 2 hours included

⊹ Assistant for service coordination, taking photos, preparing paintings for guest pick-up

⊹ Google photo album of photos of your guests and their paintings

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "Zero stress! We highly recommend!!"

    “Lauren did an amazing job at our wedding! Our guests absolutely loved the concept and their portraits. The whole booking process was smooth and fun."

    O & A October 2025

  • "We're already looking forward to finding more opportunities to collaborate with her in the future."

    “I cannot recommend Art by Lauren Wu highly enough! Lauren created beautiful watercolor portraits at our wedding, and the experience was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. She was incredibly communicative throughout the planning process, making everything seamless and stress-free. Her talent speaks for itself—the portraits were stunning and added such a special, personal touch to our celebration. Beyond her artistic gifts, Lauren's kindness and warm presence made her a joy to work with. Our guests loved the portraits, and we now have these beautiful keepsakes to treasure… If you're looking for a talented artist who will bring both skill and heart to your event, Lauren is the one!”

    C & K October 2025

  • "Such a pleasure to work with Lauren and such a unique gift for the guests."

    “Art by Lauren Wu did an amazing job for my daughter’s wedding this past weekend. Her communication was top tier, always running things by me to make sure the day of went smoothly! So many compliments about the portraits and many people commented it was a wedding favor they will actually display and keep rather then favors that get left behind or tossed. Rest assured, there was not a single parting gift left behind! Thank you again. Highly recommend booking for your next event!”

    M & E August 2025

  • "I’m so so happy we hired Lauren for live painting of our guests. I wanted something guests could interact with and actually enjoy as wedding favors and that’s exactly what Lauren provided."

    “She was so efficient with the guest count she provided to paint for the hours provided. Her setup was adorable and added cute detail to our venue. Money well spent for sure, such a great addition to our day💜 so glad we found her for our special day. She was also one of the best vendors I worked with during my wedding planning. I never had to wait around for a response with her or worry about miscommunications with her at all, which was so important.”

    B & C August 2025

  • "She was amazing. Fast responses, great ideas, detail-oriented."

    “She adds touches others don't - a custom stamp, an 8 x 10 of the couple. Guests love her and she is incredibly talented. I recommend you consider her for your next event!”

    K & J August 2025

  • “We had the absolute pleasure of working with Lauren as our live artist at Field of Hope, and she was nothing short of amazing!"

    “From the very beginning, Lauren was incredibly responsive, organized, and a true delight to collaborate with. Her energy was calm, creative, and welcoming — she added such a beautiful and meaningful touch to the evening. Not only was her artwork stunning and deeply appreciated by our guests, but her entire process — from communication to her payment system — was seamless and user-friendly. It made everything feel easy and professional. We’re so grateful Lauren was part of our event. If you’re looking for a live artist who brings talent, grace, and a wonderful experience from start to finish, Lauren is it!”

    Fund a Life July 2025

  • "It was such a fun touch and money well spent."

    ”We had Lauren at our wedding doing guest portraits and everyone loved it!! She had a great system and I would definitely recommend her. During the planning she was so on top of everything so I knew exactly what to expect. Thanks so much Lauren you are awesome!!”

    A & K May 2025

  • "It was so fun watching her paint. Guests loved having something to take home."

    ”I hired Lauren to do live painting for my sister’s wedding. Instead of traditional favors, we opted for portraits of the guests. Lauren’s work was amazing!!!! Her prices were reasonable. She’s an excellent communicator. 10/10 would absolutely hire her again and would recommend her to everyone!”

    Z & F May 2025

  • "Everyone loved the experience and the painting they got to take home."

    “We hired Lauren for our wedding on 5-3-25 and it was an absolute hit with our guests! This was money well spent to give our guests a unique favor that they actually WANT to take home.

    As for Lauren, she is friendly, professional and quick to respond to communication. Working with her is super easy and I would absolutely recommend her! If you’re considering a portrait artist, hire Lauren, you will not regret it!”

    R & S May 2025

  • "Lauren, you blew away my expectations."

    “I had always dreamed of having a live painter at my wedding, but I didn’t even know where to begin looking for one. When a good friend of mine told me that Lauren was branching into weddings, of course (we) had to have her there. You were a JOY to have on my wedding day and everyone loved you and your work.”

    R.R. & J.R. September 2024

LIVE PAINTING INQUIRY FORM

Thank you for considering me to be your live artist. Please allow for at least 2 business days for a response.

Couples who book with me for live painting services can expect to invest an average of $1200-$2600.

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