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Live Wedding & Event Artist

UK based illustrator creating bespoke, hand drawn artwork

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I specialise in vibrant ink and watercolour live illustrations, bringing an artistic touch to your wedding or event. Capturing scenes from the day as well as live guest portraits.

I also create bespoke illustrations for businesses and individuals.

Illustration of a wedding ceremony with a bride and groom holding hands, surrounded by guests in an ornate room with chandeliers and red curtains.

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My story

150+ WEDDINGS

I’ve worked live at over 150 weddings up and down the country, from micro weddings with a dozen guests through to ones with 300+ people!

7+ YEARS OF LIVE EXPERIENCE

I’ve been working live illustrating at weddings and events since 2018.

 

1000+ LIVE PORTRAITS

I’ve drawn many portraits at weddings and events over the years, sometimes over 100 in a day!

20 YEARS WORKING IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY

Since graduating from Art School in 2003 I worked as a Graphic Designer for agencies, in-house and myself before doing what I do now.

A person wearing glasses and a bow tie, holding a paintbrush in an ornate room.

Who I am

I am a live illustrator specialising in drawing at weddings and events. My style uses ink and watercolour and has evolved from 10+ years of working like this on location.

I have been drawing live at events since 2018. Drawing and painting is something I have done since my childhood and very much my passion. I attended Art School in the early 00s and worked as a Graphic Designer for many years before doing what I do now.

  • Illustration of a wedding ceremony with a couple holding hands, surrounded by guests in a rustic venue decorated with greenery and string lights.
  • Wedding invitation for Helena and Hugh, detailing the schedule and locations with illustrations of venue, ceremony, reception, and map.
  • Illustrated wedding scene featuring the groom giving a speech. Seated guests include the bride and others, with floral decorations and a banner that reads 'The Alnaums EST 2023.' Additional handwritten words surround the illustration, capturing parts of the groom's speech.
  • Illustration of a storefront labeled "St Giles Pantry," showing a general store with large windows, shelves of products, a bicycle outside, and hanging light bulbs.
  • Illustrated name card labeled "Jamie" on a white napkin placed on a plate, with a fork and knife next to them.
  • Artistic sketches of three people displayed on a shelf, labeled 'SENTIEM'. The sketches use watercolor elements in pink and green. Books and decorative items are visible in the background.
  • A portrait artist drawing a woman in a cozy cafe setting with warm lighting.
  • Artist painting on canvas indoors
  • Artist painting a portrait on an easel with watercolors

Who I’ve worked with

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Recent client reviews

  • “We were absolutely thrilled with Owen's incredible work! Not only did he create multiple stunning portraits of our guests, but he also illustrated a beautiful portrait of us, the venue and even my bouquet. Each piece was filled with incredible detail and creativity, truly capturing the essence of our special day...”

    Claire & Sam, October 2024

  • “Owen was a fantastic addition to our wedding day. He painted us at the end of the isle, and did portraits of our guests, giving them a lovely keep sake to take away. On time, approachable and very efficient, we can't fault the service Owen provided...”

    Adrian & Connie, November 2024

  • “We booked Owen a couple of years before our wedding. He was fantastic from start to finish. He was well organised and was brilliant with us and the guests. He was punctual and really blended into the day. He completed a live illustration of us and guest portraits everyone commented on how amazing he was...”

    Becca & Adam, October 2024

  • “Owen was phenomenal! The art he created is ready to take pride of place in our home!”

    Mr & Mrs B, October 2024

  • "Owen illustrated our micro wedding earlier this month (September 2024) and we are over the moon with the fact that we now have an heirloom illustration to keep forever. Our guests also loved the idea of having little illustrations to take away as wedding favours and fun reminders of a wonderful day. He was fantastic to work with, communicated at every step of the way and was an honorary family member for the day..."

    Jamilah & Stephen, September 2024