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LUXURY WEDDING + EVENT ARTIST

specializing in creating a unique guest experience through

watercolor guest portraits and fashion illustration

“Want guest portraits
that feel
chic,
and not cartoon-y?”

“Want guest portraits that feel chic,and not cartoon-y?”

“You’re sooooo

in the right place.”

I paint live watercolor guest portraits that look more “editorial fashion model” than “caricature.”

Your guests get a favor they’ll actually keep.

You get an experience that feels high-end, interactive, and not super basic.

Portland-based live event artist, at YOUR service!

  • Artists painting watercolor guest portraits with completed ones laid on the table

    FASHION INSPIRED PORTRAITS

    Turn you and your guests into stunning one-of-a-kind watercolor portraits, created live at your event.

    Portrait Collections begin at $1,125

  • Artist in green suit and black bowtie holding a hand engraving tool

    MEET DANISON,

    the artist behind the brush!

    Bowtie & Brush®, led by artist Danison, is an award-winning Portland-based live artist known for elevated watercolor portraits and fashion illustration.

But why should your guests have all the fun?

You deserve something too.

You get your own portrait—done with extra detail.

I’ll work my magic to grab reference photos of you and your ceremony space to create a more detailed portrait of you two—with a loosely sketched background!

And after the wedding? You get the full gallery.

Spoiler alert, you’re not going to see every portrait on your big day because you’ll be busy doing the whole getting married thing.

That’s why I scan every guest portrait and professionally format them into a keepsake poster—so you can see the full collection all at once and relive the night from your guests’ POV.

THE REVIEWS ARE IN

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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REVIEWS)

5.0

If you’re thinking about adding that service on, no need to look any further—Bowtie & Brush is the best.
— Christine + Noah
If you are looking for something unique, eye catching, and absolutely fashion forward gorgeous of a special keepsake, then look no further!
— Julia + Stephen
Danison didn’t just provide a service, he created a world-class experience.
— Taylor + Gage

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FAQs

  • Bowtie & Brush isn’t just any live event experience. it’s a luxury guest experience and a meaningful keepsake. Your guests leave with a modern, fashion-illustration style watercolor portrait they’ll actually keep, the artwork fits an elevated wedding vibe, and I run my ship so smoothly that it feels effortless and your guests feel included on a busy wedding day.

  • Bowtie & Brush offers unique live guest portrait and fashion illustration services that not only serve as entertainment during your wedding but also provide you with a lasting keepsake of your special day or event.

  • Washougal, WA. Just 30 minutes outside of Portland.

  • I offer flat travel fees for local events and many popular destinations across the country, so you can get a clear idea without a bunch of back-and-forth.

    For local celebrations, this typically covers mileage and gas, and for destination events it may include gas/mileage or airfare, lodging (usually 1 night for longer drives/West Coast locations and 2 nights for longer flights), plus a per diem for food and incidentals.

    You’ll see the exact travel fee when you select your region on my inquiry form. If your destination isn’t listed—or if it’s international—a custom travel quote will be required.

  • I require from you/the enue:

    • at least one 4-6ft table with linen

    • 1-2 chairs

    • access to an electrical outlet

    • access to water

    • reliable wi-fi

    If the event is outside during the day time, I must be stationed in a covered area.

  • You will need to pay a 30% non-refundable retainer upon the signing/receipt of the contract. The remainder will be due two weeks prior to your event.

Ready to make your guests feel like art?