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Do you have a flair for being dramatic, fashion-obsessed, and a little bit extra?

Don’t worry, me too.

Guest capturing a live watercolor guest portrait session on their phone.
Live watercolor guest portrait artist smiling while presenting a custom fashion illustration.
Artist creating live watercolor guest portraits with brush pens and vibrant colors.

These watercolor guest portraits are memorable, stylish,
and extra in the best way.

A young man in a white shirt with black design on the front sitting at a table with fashion sketches, pens, a glass of water, and fashion magazines, working on design sketches in a minimal white room.

Unique guest favors that they won’t throw away.

Person in a black suit with a green bow tie holding design sketches of fashion outfits. The sketches include dresses and suits with color swatches.
Person drawing a fashion illustration of a woman in a gown on a white sheet of paper, with a collar and bow details, at a desk with a transparent divider.

MOST POPULAR EXPERIENCE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (REVIEWS)

3hr minimum for Fri-Sun events

  • All portraits are painted on 5”x7” premium watercolor paper and packaged in a clear plastic sleeve for protection.

  • All collections include an assistant to assist with guest interaction, guest flow, and photo taking.

Live Watercolor Guest Portraits

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*starting prices do not include travel + taxes
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My Signature Style

My style is all about that clean, modern vibe. I keep it minimalist and faceless, and focus more on the the guest’s attire, hairstyle, hair color, and skin tones. Each figure is drawn with fashion-inspired proportions, meaning they’re a little longer and leaner than real life, giving them that chic, editorial feel!

How It Works

  • I’ll arrive one (1) hour prior to contracted paint time. Earlier if needed!

  • We’ll take photos of your guests to use for reference.

  • They enjoy the rest of the event, and I’ll paint them throughout the evening.

  • I can paint one guest in about 3-4min.—about 16-20 guests per hour.

  • Once finished, I’ll package and lay them out on a table for guests to pickup.

  • Any additional portraits can be completed back in the studio.

  • These portraits will be sent to you within two weeks of the invoice being paid.

  • Any additional portraits exceeding guaranteed count are $45 each.

  • Optional $5/additional portrait—I'll mail directly to each guest so you don’t have to.

Does that other artist offer this?

‘Cause you’re going to want this.

No offense to the other artist you might be considering, but I’m pretty excited to be offering this to my couples.

Every portrait that is completed gets scanned and formatted into a keepsake poster—you in the middle surrounded by everyone else’s portrait, and finished off with your names + wedding date on the bottom!

The digital poster is already included in your package, and you have the option to purchase a framed copy from me!

See below for more examples!

  • A digital illustration of multiple elegantly dressed couples, most in formal gowns and suits, arranged in a grid pattern, with the names Caitlin and James and the date December 13, 2025, at the bottom.
  • Fashion illustration featuring various stylish outfits worn by male and female models, arranged in rows, with the text "AM Coastal | December 12, 2025" at the bottom.
  • Illustration of multiple fashion sketches of men and women in formal and stylish outfits displayed in a grid, with the names 'Leslie + Doug' and the date 'December 20, 2025' at the bottom.
  • Illustration of multiple fashion sketches of men and women in formal and stylish outfits displayed in a grid, with the event 'LIVE 2026' and the date 'January 23, 2026' at the bottom.
  • Collection of fashion sketches featuring men and women in elegant evening wear, organized in five rows with various dresses, suits, and accessories. Includes text at the bottom: "DACODA + SAMY | NOVEMBER 8, 2025."
  • Illustration of diverse fashion models in stylish outfits, arranged in a grid, promoting Luxe Atelier event on November 30, 2025.

THE REVIEWS ARE IN

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(REVIEWS)

5.0

“The guests absolutely loved watching Danison live paint the portraits with the thoughtful touches that he captured of their outfits.”
— Bride, Anissa H.
“Danison was the star of the show at our event, and was that wow factor we were looking for. ”
— Corporate Event Planner, Taylor J.
“All my guests just kept telling me how cool this was and couldn’t wait to go home and frame their portraits!”
— Bride, Michaela B.

FAQs

    • # hours of live watercolor guest portrait painting

    • Fashion sketch styled portraits painted on 5"x7" premium watercolor paper

    • Custom branded paper

    • Clear plastic packaging for protection

    • One (1) 30 min. planning meeting one month prior to the live event

    • Event assistant to assist with guest interaction, guest flow, and photo taking

    • Access to photos taken throughout the evening via Google Drive for up to a year

    • One (1) complimentary 5"x7" magnetic acrylic frame (weddings only)

    • Digital poster of scans of each watercolor portrait

  • 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.

  • 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.

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