live wedding illustrator

Art by KC

Illustrations that capture memories

Live Illustrations

Packages available

Guests can take home their unique art favours after the event. For more information about packages, please contact me below.

Order customised art pieces which make lovely personalised gifts for all to proudly display in their homes!

Portrait Commissions

pet commissions

About me

Welcome!

I’ve been doing live wedding painting for almost two years now, and it’s been such a joy! I’ve had the pleasure of working with so many wonderful couples and have made some truly special memories along the way. Every wedding is unique, and I love tailoring each piece to reflect your personalities and the magic of your day. My love of art really shines through in everything I create.

I’ve always enjoyed expressing myself through drawing and painting — it’s been part of who I am since childhood (I even earned an A* in GCSE Art!).

Although I went on to study Biomedical Sciences and later became a Physician Associate, my passion for art never left me. I kept drawing in my spare time and realised it’s what truly brings me happiness.

Now, I get to combine that creative passion with the joy of celebrating love! I specialise in live wedding painting, capturing beautiful moments as they happen in my own signature style. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind keepsake that guests can take home on the day, adding a personal and artistic touch to your special celebration.

If you’d like to chat about your big day or have any questions, I’d absolutely love to hear from you!

Kind regards,

Karen

Art by KC

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FAQ.

  • A popular new trend for weddings and events!

    We take pictures as soon as your guests start to arrive. The photos are then used to draw, this way your guests can go and celebrate with you without having to wait!

    As each artwork is completed, they will each be displayed on our pop up frame and around the table.

    Guests can then come and collect the artwork when you are happy with the final display of all artwork, this becomes a great conversation starter and an incredible photo at the end!

  • We aim to draw 10 guests per hour (2 people per artwork) - this is always dependent on outfits and group sizes.

    We will prioritise the immediate bridal and groom party and then followed by a first come and first served service.

    If by any chance we do not complete the guaranteed number that we agreed during booking, we will complete the rest in studio and post these out to you.

  • Not at all!

    I will provide all materials, I only use high quality materials thus I prefer to prefer my own.

    Please kindly provide us with a table in an area of your choice. We will also set up 1 hour before our first drawing.

  • 100%, I love adding wedding couples name and dates or company logos. I will always ask you when we book.

    Adding a personal touch, guests can remember this special day with you forever.

  • Always as soon as you can, my dates are popular especially weekends and bank holidays so I would recommend to book well in advanced.

    I will always try my best to attend.

  • I kindly ask for a non refundable £50 deposit to secure your date.

    Final payment will be due 1 month before your event.

    Any unforeseen circumstances for cancellations, deposits will be returned.

    However, if cancellations are made within 1 month before your booking, your deposit will be forfeited.

  • Art by KC Studios – Terms & Conditions

    1. Booking & Payment

    A £50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your event date. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit has been received. The remaining balance is due one month prior to your event date. Failure to pay the balance by this date may result in cancellation of your booking.

    2. Client Cancellation

    Cancellations made more than one month before the event date — your deposit will be retained. Cancellations made within one month of the event date — 50% of the total package fee will be payable.

    3. Supplier Cancellation

    In the unlikely event that I am unable to attend due to illness, emergency, or other unforeseen circumstances beyond my control, all payments made, including your deposit, will be fully refunded. Liability is limited to the total amount paid.

    4. Date Changes

    Requests to change your event date will be accommodated where possible but are subject to availability. If I am unavailable on the new date, this will be treated as a cancellation.

    5. Travel

    Travel within a 50-mile round trip from my base is included. Events beyond this distance may incur additional travel charges, including mileage, accommodation where necessary, and parking fees.

    6. On-the-Day Service

    A small table and chair, adequate lighting, and shelter if outdoors are required. Completion of artwork depends on guest numbers and detail. Remaining portraits may be completed in the studio and posted after the event.

    7. Artwork Delivery

    Studio-completed artwork will be posted within an agreed timeframe after the event. UK postage is included unless otherwise stated.

    8. Usage Rights

    All artwork remains the intellectual property of Art by KC Studios. I reserve the right to photograph and share artwork and event content for portfolio and social media purposes. No photographs of children will be posted online. Illustrations that include children may be shared. No personal details will be shared. Clients may share images for personal use but may not reproduce artwork

    commercially without permission.

    Image Sharing Opt-Out

    If you would prefer that no images or illustrations from your event are shared online or in portfolios, please notify Art by KC Studios in writing prior to your event date.

    9. Force Majeure

    I cannot be held responsible for delays or failure to perform services due to circumstances beyond reasonable control.

    10. Agreement

    By paying the deposit, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Contact me for my availability

Thank you for choosing Art by KC!

I can’t wait to create art for you, your friends and family!

REVIEWS

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Source by Grant Smith on artbykc.studios:

‘Hi Karen. Just wanted to say thank you soo much for attending our wedding, it was a pleasure to have you with us. Everyone loved the pictures. Your very very talented thanks again soo much from the both of us’’

Source by Samantha Hyam recommends Art by KC:

“Karen’s wedding day picture of myself and husband is so lovely! We love it! Thank you karen!’

Source by Michelle Shuttleworth recommends Art by KC:

“I sent Karen a picture from my wedding day to draw and it’s come out lovely something to keep onto forever as a memory would definitely recommend - the attention to detail is beautiful’’