Watercolor Guest Portraits

Watercolor illustration of multiple couples in different outfits, some in formal attire and others in casual or traditional clothing, displayed on small cards.
Watercolor painting of a bride and groom holding hands, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers, on textured white paper.

Wedding favors you & your guests will treasure forever

Two watercolor paintings of women in dresses, one with five women in pastel colors, and the other with five women in blue, black, and gray dresses.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples at formal events, including weddings and parties, on white textured paper.
Bride and groom standing together at a wedding reception, posing for a photo taken by a woman with a smartphone, inside an open-air venue with tropical plants.

Give your guests an unforgettable experience that will leave them with a beautiful keepsake and one-of-a kind piece of art. Each portrait comes with a clear protective sleeve and cardboard backing. They are 5x7”—an easy to frame size that will remind your guests of your special day every time they look at it!

unique + sweet

Close-up of watercolor paint containers with colorful dried paints on a paint palette.

Don’t forget about yourself!

I always make sure to paint a watercolor portrait of both of you! Many of my couples in the past have photocopied and turned their portrait into their thank you cards!

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A smiling woman in a pink floral dress holding a photograph, standing next to a smiling man in a green shirt at an outdoor garden event, with trees and other people in the background.

the process

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Your guests get their photo taken during cocktail hour

I paint throughout the night, while engaging with your guests. Don’t forget to get a photo as well so I can paint the two of you!

Your guests can pick up their portraits before they leave. I put all portraits in a protective clear sleeve and cardboard backing

Three watercolor-style illustrations of couples at a wedding, with the artist's signature "Alga" on each.
Young woman painting watercolor portraits at an outdoor table decorated with framed artworks, watercolor kit, and orchids, under a white umbrella surrounded by white flowering bushes.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of people in various clothing styles and colors on white cards.
Four women at a daytime outdoor celebration, smiling and looking at a drawing of four women dressed in pink and patterned dresses.
Three watercolor illustrations of couples in different poses and outfits on textured white paper.
Sign at an outdoor watercolor guest portrait station with instructions to take a photo, watch it come alive, and take it home, with a watercolor portrait of a couple in the background.

 FAQs

  • I can paint 7-9 portraits with two guests in each (14-18 guests painted) per hour. The most portraits I have completed in one night is 100. I will complete and mail to you the remaining portraits that I don’t get to within 1-2 weeks after your wedding. I match them up to the pictures so you know who is who. Most couples will mail them out with their thank you cards!

  • I try and keep it to 5 people or less. Due to time, I limit portraits to one per family/party

  • My packages are by the amount of guests you have. This ensures that all of your guests that want to have their portrait done get to have their portrait done. 2 guests as a couple in one painting still counts as 2 guests painted and 3 guests in one group painting still counts as 3 guests painted etc.

  • 1.  Do you have a specific dress code (for instance all black, cocktail, formal, gown, business casual, beach, summer, spring, winter etc). I will never wear anything that is white or if you have other colors you’d prefer me not to wear ;)

    2. What is the starting time and when will guests arrive? I will get there 30-15 minutes before guest arrival and be set up before guests arrive

    3. I do not bring my own table or table cloth. A 6-8ft table, chair + tablecloth provided by your venue would be great that way everything will flow with your wedding theme :) I can even move to different tables starting at your cocktail hour and then to your reception if they are in 2 separate areas.

    4. I usually will tell couples to let their guests know during cocktail hour to come to my table to take a photo if they want their portrait painted. I will always be open for your guests to take a photo all throughout the night but it helps out when we can get the photos done right at the beginning of the cocktail hour. Then the rest of the night I can focus on portraits to ensure I get as many portraits done as possible present at your wedding :)

     5. And lastly a little bit about your story and anything else you might want me to know :) I love to hear about how couples met and a little bit about you!

Group of six people at an outdoor celebration, holding illustrated cards with bride and groom images, in front of a white building with string lights and palm trees.
Several watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in formal attire, with a palette of watercolor paints nearby.
A collection of watercolor illustrations of couples in formal attire, including wedding gowns and tuxedos, arranged on a white surface, some in plastic sleeves.
Watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in formal attire, displayed on paper with watercolor paints and brushes nearby.
Woman with long dark hair, wearing a colorful, patterned dress, smiling and holding a greeting card featuring a girl in a dress. She appears to be celebrating in a warmly lit restaurant or bar with plants and patterned ceiling panels.
Collection of watercolor paintings of couples on a table, some in formal attire, with a tips box, postcards, and a glass of dark beverage with a straw.
A smiling woman in a peach-colored dress holding a small artwork of a woman in a similar dress at a social gathering in a warmly lit interior.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples in formal attire on textured paper
Watercolor paintings of four people on watercolor paper, with a palette of watercolor paints nearby.
A collection of mini watercolor paintings of people on a table with watercolor paint palettes, a water brush, and a pen.
A woman in a light green floral dress holding a card with an illustration of a woman in a similar dress, standing inside a decorated venue with string lights and tables.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples in various poses and outfits arranged on a wooden surface.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in formal evening wear, including tuxedos and gowns, arranged on a white surface.
A smiling man and woman posing together at an outdoor wedding or party, with guests in formal attire in the background, a white building with arched windows, string lights, and a palm tree.
Set of watercolor paintings of couples in formal attire on a table, with more similar paintings spread out in the background.
A man in a dark suit and a woman in a floral pink dress smiling and holding a card with an illustration of a couple, standing in an indoor garden or conservatory with white walls, large windows, and green plants.
Two women smiling and posing together at a festive outdoor event, with string lights and decorated white building in the background, one holding a card with an illustration of two women.
A man with a beard and a woman with long blonde hair smiling while holding a photograph together in a warmly lit restaurant or event space.
Collection of watercolor paintings depicting couples in formal attire on a white surface.
Three watercolor illustrations of couples on white paper, each depicting different romantic or wedding scenes.
A collection of watercolor fashion illustrations of couples and individuals in formal attire, spread out on a white surface.
Set of three watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in formal attire, with one couple in a black suit and woman in red, another couple in wedding attire, and a third woman in a purple dress with a man in black.
A man and a woman are standing close, smiling at the camera. The woman is holding a small illustration of a man and woman dressed formally, suggesting a celebration or special event.
Set of four watercolor paintings of couples dressed in formal attire, displayed on a pink surface.
Collection of watercolor paintings of couples dressed in formal attire on a pink table, with painting supplies nearby.
Two women smiling at a celebration, one holding a card, both dressed in pink dresses under a decorated outdoor tent.
Watercolor paintings of various couples and family groups, with a watercolor paint set nearby.
A young man in a white shirt and black tie standing next to a woman in a red floral dress, both smiling, holding a wedding invitation with an illustration of a couple in formal attire.
Set of four watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in formal attire, with a palette of watercolor paints in the background.
A man and a woman smiling at a celebration, holding a card with an illustration of a couple, with fairy lights and colorful lights in the background.
Two watercolor paintings of women in colorful dresses, one with five women and the other with six women, on textured white paper.
A woman in a wedding dress holding a bridal bouquet in a white room with chandeliers, smiling and holding a small drawing of a couple.
Watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in various stylish outfits arranged on a black surface, with some in plastic protective sleeves.
Four women standing together indoors. The woman second from the right is holding a card with four women illustrated on it and is wearing a red floral dress. They are all smiling.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples, families, and groups in various poses, some dressed in formal or casual attire.
A man and woman smiling at the camera, holding a small drawing of a couple, in a room with chandelier and white walls.
Collection of watercolor illustrations of couples and families, some dressed in wedding attire, on white textured cards.
A collection of watercolor illustrations of couples dressed in various elegant outfits, arranged on a white textured surface.
Two women standing indoors, smiling at the camera. The woman on the left wears a yellow dress and has long brown hair. The woman on the right wears a floral dress and has curly brown hair, holding a drawing of two women, one in yellow and the other i
Collection of colorful watercolor illustrations of couples in various outfits, arranged on a white surface.
A smiling couple standing together during a celebration, with the woman holding a card featuring an illustration of the same couple.
Watercolor illustrations of couples, including a group of women in colorful dresses and other pairs, on textured paper.
A smiling woman in a red dress holding a small illustrated card of a couple in formal attire, standing next to a smiling man in a white shirt, in an indoor setting.
Collection of watercolor-style illustrations of diverse groups of people and couples, arranged on a wooden surface.

“Let all that you do be done in love.”

— 1 Corinthians 16:14