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Painting of a couple in wedding attire sharing a kiss under a decorated arch by the ocean, with flowers and greenery around the border
A smiling woman in a pink floral dress and glasses and a man in a black shirt and shorts are standing on a sidewalk holding a painting of a bride and groom kissing under an arch on the beach. The woman has long brown hair and sneakers with colorful p
Painting of a bride and groom in wedding dress and attire, standing together by a lakeside, with mountains and a village in the background in a lush garden setting on lake como, italy.
A woman with glasses and a brown fleece jacket holding a painting of a wedding couple by a lake with mountains in the background.
Painting of a bride and groom on a wooden bridge in a wooded area, smiling at each other. The bride is in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a black suit with a white shirt and black tie. 
Investment

Pricing starts at $1600.

Couples that book live wedding painting with me can expect to spend $1600-$3000 on average.

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

Certain add-ons may require a canvas size minimum to be eligible.

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

  • $1600+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple only, limited venue scenery
    Small size for shelf or tabletop display

  • $1900+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple, venue scenery
    Popular standard size for hanging or wall display

  • $2200+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple, venue scenery
    Popular standard size for hanging or wall display

  • $2300+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple, venue scenery
    Popular heirloom size for hanging or wall display

  • $2500+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple, venue scenery
    Popular heirloom size for hanging or wall display

  • $2700+
    Great for featuring newlywed couple, venue scenery
    Popular heirloom size for hanging or wall display

  • 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

  • +Guest in detail: $150 per guest (may be limited 2-8 guests depending on canvas size)

    +Pet in detail: $75 per pet (may be limited up to 4 pets depending on canvas size)

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What’s Included?

All Base Packages Include:

⊹ 6-8 hours of painting live on-site

⊹ Wedding painting of the newlyweds/couple using artist and professional grade acrylic paint on gallery-wrapped canvas

⊹ All consultation prior to event date

⊹ Travel within 100mi or under 2 hours included

⊹ Completion of painting at in-home studio for adjustments, touch-ups, 1-2 revisions (~5-15 hours or more of additional painting)

⊹ Optional add-ons (VIP guests painted in detail or pets) at additional expense

⊹ Turn-around time on average 8-12 weeks after wedding date

⊹ Shipping +$150 if needed, or local pick-up/in-person delivery within 30 mi of Artist’s residence at no additional charge

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "I will cherish our painting for eternity."

    “I thought my wedding day could not get any better until I seen Lauren there working on our painting. Her work is so special… I love it so much. If you are on the fence, it is worth it! I feel like Lauren is a part of the family now. She is the absolute sweetest person in the world and I would recommend her to everyone! Wishing her the best <3”

    B & T June 2025

  • "Perfect first decor addition to our new home!"

    “Lauren did such an amazing job painting this for me to gift to (my spouse) this year!”

    S.H. December 2024

  • "We absolutely love it!"

    “Thank you so much for beautifully recreating one of our favorite wedding photos!”

    K.C. January 2025

  • "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

Wedding or event already happened? No problem! I can create wedding paintings using your photos! (recommended to get permission for use of professional photography as references).

Live painting also available for corporate, charity/non-profit, fundraisers, galas, and other special events; inquire with details.

POST-WEDDING STUDIO PAINTINGS

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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