Live Wedding Paintings
The Black Hills of South Dakota make for the most stunning wedding venues.
Take the opportunity to seal these precious memories forever with a priceless painting, and offer fascinating guest entertainment too!
So what is a Live Wedding Painter?
My role in your big day is to…
Step 1: Arrive several hours prior to your ceremony, set up an easel, and paint your venue.
Step 2: Pack up my supplies when guests arrive so your big moment is picture perfect and clutter-free.
Step 3: During the ceremony, I take a quick snapshot of the couple, usually in their first kiss at the altar.
Step 4: During the dinner and/or reception, I set up once again in view of the guests to paint the couple from the snapshot into the finished background.
Step 5: You and your guests get to party the night away, and stop by to see an artist at work.
Step 6: After the wedding, I take the piece back to my studio for some touch ups before delivering it to the newlyweds.
Words from the happy couples…
“The Taylors,” August 2025
“Thanks so much for sharing your gifts with us!”
“Absolutely beautiful!!! We are so impressed with her talent and attention to all the fine details; it added such a special touch to our wedding day and we have such a special piece of art to cherish as we begin this new chapter in life.”
“The Wrights,” September 2025
FAQs
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Packages start as low as $500 for the entire wedding painting experience. Prices increase the further the distance from Rapid City your venue is.
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I can work venues anywhere in Rapid City, and as far out as Spearfish, Hot Springs, and Wall! I’ve also always been open to traveling further, so don’t hesitate to inquire!
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Depending on the size of the piece, the painting could take between one and three weeks to complete. Afterward, I will either hand-deliver or ship the finished piece to the newlyweds!
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You certainly can! If you do, you will need to include the contact information of the couple, so that I can touch base with them too.
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While most couples prefer to be painted from a photo at the alter during the first kiss, the options are endless! In the application form, you will have the option to request any location, pose, or moment. There is no guarantee that I will be able to get the picture you request, but I will always be sure to get backup images and paint a product that you will love.
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As long as they’re included in the reference photo, I can include anyone near and dear to you in the painting.
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That is entirely up to each couple! Weddings are expensive, and if you can save a little cash by leaving out a seat or a plate, I’m more than happy to stand and/or bring my own lunch.