Live Painting by Manzi
LIVE GUEST Event PORTRAIT illustrations
An experience your guests will never forget!
What is a Live Event Guest Portrait illustrations?
As your special day unfolds, enjoy the unique and memorable experience for you and your guests with live event drawing. An experience your guests will never forget!
Artist, Manzi Liu, will draw your guests during your wedding. The best thing is your guests will bring home the painting or drawing with them. Isn't that the most special party favor ever? Live event portrait gives your guests fun entertainment and the best guest favor! I guarantee you your guests will remember how amazing their experience at your wedding years and years.
choose from 3 styles
Style 1:
Watercolor fashion illustration with facial features
Material: Watercolor & Ink on watercolor paper
Size: 5 x 7inches
Approx. 8 guests per hour
Style 2: Watercolor fashion illustration
(Half body)
Material: Watercolor & Ink on watercolor paper
Size: 5 x 7 inches
Approx. 13 guests per hour
Style 3:
Watercolor fashion illustration
(full body)
Material: Watercolor & Ink on watercolor paper
Size: 6 x 9 inches
Approx. 10 guests per hour
looking for other styles?
Just contact me. For example, those are some custom styles I did for events. (Custom styles may affect the approximate portrait count.)
My Live Illustration Process:
My assistant and I arrive one hour before the event to set up.
Guests will pose for a photo, which I’ll use as a reference for their portrait.
Throughout the event, we work to illustrate as many guests as possible. Guests are welcome to watch the process or simply walk away and return later to pick up their portrait illustration.
Each finished portrait is placed in a protective clear bag and either mounted on a beautifully abstract floral painting or set out on my table for guests to pick up at their convenience.
LIVE GUEST PORTRAITS price
🎨 Style 1: With facial features: Approx. 8 guests per hour
🎨 Style 2: Without facial features (Half body): Approx. 13 guests per hour
🎨 Style 3: Without facial features (Full body): Approx. 10 guests per hour
📌 Per guest means per individual person.
📆 Minimum booking: 2 hours
🔹2 hour session $800
Style 1:Approx. 16 guests (with facial features)
Style 2:Approx. 26 guests (without facial features, half body)
Style 3: Approx. 20 guests (without facial features, full-body)
🔹3 hour session $1160
Style 1:Approx. 24 guests (with facial features)
Style 2:Approx. 39 guests (without facial features, half body)
Style 3: Approx. 30 guests (without facial features, full-body)
🔹4 hour session $1530
Style 1:Approx. 32 guests (with facial features)
Style 2:Approx. 52 guests (without facial features, half body))
Style 3: Approx. 40 guests (without facial features, full-body)
🔹5 hour session $1880
Style 1:Approx. 40 guests (with facial features)
Style 2:Approx. 65 guests (without facial features, half body))
Style 3: Approx. 50 guests (without facial features, full-body)
🔹6 hour session $2250
*(free big size couple portrait)
Style 1:Approx. 48 guests (with facial features)
Style 2:Approx. 78 guests (without facial features, half body))
Style 3: Approx. 60 guests (without facial features, full-body)
📩 For events longer than 6 hours, please email for pricing.
📩 Additional Artists available for large events, please email for details.
📩 Option for additional illustrations completed in my studio and shipped to the host for distribution
What's Included:
✔ No travel fee for events within 60 miles: Serving East Florida from Jupiter, FL, to Miami, FL. (Travel fees apply for farther locations.)
✔ Couple portrait painted at the wedding (same style and similar size as guest portraits)
✔ All materials included: Watercolors, paper, and more.
✔ Clear protective plastic sleeve for each illustration.
✔ Custom text: Your names or Brand name, and event date included.
✔ Good communication via email or phone before booking and the event.
What I need you to provide:
Tables and Chairs.
📌 Important Notes:
Towards the end of the event, I may create fewer illustrations than initially estimated due to time constraints, guest interaction, or relocating.
A 7% sales tax and any applicable additional travel fees will be added upon booking. Prices are subject to change.
A 30% deposit and signed contract are required to secure your date. The remaining balance is due 14 days prior to the event.
📩 Have questions? Email me at manziliuart@gmail.com or inquire below.
Does your venue require liability insurance?
No problem, we’ve got it covered. Yes, Manzi Liu Art carries standard liability insurance with coverage up to $1M.
Custom Portrait for the Bride & Groom
Watercolor illustration for yourselves
***wait, Not Just for Your Guests:
Add a Custom Portrait for the Bride & Groom (included in 6 hours booking)
Get your own wedding portrait illustrations as the Bride & Groom!
We offer a special watercolor painting package designed for the bride and groom, with the option to include loved ones like family members, bridesmaids, groomsmen, or even pets.
Perfect for displaying at your wedding or as a cherished keepsake afterward.
Couple Only: $100
Add-ons: $30 per additional person or pet
Add a Frame: $30 (white frame only)
Our painting captures picture-perfect moments from your special day or can be based on pre-wedding photos. If created before your wedding, the illustration can be displayed at your front door or welcome table. If created after, it’s a cherished memory from your event.
The illustration style is same to the watercolor with facial features for the live guest portrait illustration, but in a more refined on a 9 x 12 inches watercolor paper. You can choose to receive this memory package on your special day when I will bring it to the vendor if it’s base on pre-wedding photos, or you will receive it within 2-3 weeks after the wedding day. Shipping included within the US.
( This special pricing is available as an add-on to our live guest illustrations. For custom paintings, please visit our custom portrait page [here].)
Testimonial
Shoutout to Manzi for making our anniversary bash unforgettable.
Let me tell you about this incredible artist, Manzi, we stumbled upon at BACA Gallery. She had a show there that night, and we fell in love with her work. Wr also bought a print from her and have her business card.
My husband and I always love art. So, when our anniversary party was coming up, we wanted something unique and artsy for it. That’s when we reached out to Manzi. I thought maybe she could whip up an awesome invitation card or something cool for us. But then she mentioned this guest illustration thing, and we were like, “What’s that?”
Manzi sent us a link to her website, and boom, it hit us! Perfect fit for our party vibe. And let me tell you, she nailed it at the party. Everyone was buzzing about her skills and charm. Even my cousin, who’s an architect and knows a thing or two about art, was blown away. He was like, “She can seriously draw!” And I was like, “Yeah, she’s the real deal.”
Shoutout to Manzi for making our anniversary bash unforgettable. We adore you and your work, always.
- Rebecca & Kenny
Everyone is overjoyed. Manzi is talented, amazing and super nice.
After an amazing experience with Manzi last time, I booked her for my sister’s wedding. She is incredibly talented and just amazing. My sister and in-laws were thrilled to see her painting live for the guests. Everyone was overjoyed, and it was a delight to have our portraits painted on the spot. The guests were impressed and excited to take home their own portrait paintings.
We absolutely love her! Manzi is friendly, kind, down-to-earth, and very professional. She even arrived at the wedding an hour early to make sure everything was set up perfectly.
Here's a little side story: my sister’s pearl earrings suddenly broke, and none of the bridesmaids' earrings matched her dress. I looked around to see if anyone had pearl earrings, and Manzi did. When I explained the situation, she immediately offered her earrings as a gift to my sister. We were so touched by her kindness. She truly saved the day.
- Yali
We are so glad to have her at our wedding.
I saw live guest portrait illustrations trending on Instagram and just knew I had to have it at my wedding. After doing some research online, I found Manzi, and let me tell you—she’s AMAZING! I’m so glad I booked her. What sets her apart? First, she’s a professional artist with a real art degree, and she’s been doing this as a career for a while, not a hobby artist.
Second, we had a pretty big wedding, and I wanted most of my guests to get their portraits done. Other artists I looked at couldn’t handle that many in one night, but Manzi can. She’s so skilled and can paint super fast. We needed someone who could keep up, and she definitely delivered!
Third, she’s so friendly, and her assistant was awesome, too! They made our guests feel welcome, and everyone was thrilled with their portraits.
Fourth, she’s incredibly professional. I didn’t have a wedding planner, so I worked directly with her, and she was super easy to communicate with—responded to all my emails and was honestly one of the easiest vendors to deal with.
We’re just so happy we found her, and I’m still blown away by how talented and professional she is.
- Amanda & Kent
Everyone is overjoyed. Manzi is talented, amazing and super nice.
After an amazing experience with Manzi last time, I booked her for my sister’s wedding. She is incredibly talented and just amazing. My sister and in-laws were thrilled to see her painting live for the guests. Everyone was overjoyed, and it was a delight to have our portraits painted on the spot. The guests were impressed and excited to take home their own portrait paintings.
We absolutely love her! Manzi is friendly, kind, down-to-earth, and very professional. She even arrived at the wedding an hour early to make sure everything was set up perfectly.
Here's a little side story: my sister’s pearl earrings suddenly broke, and none of the bridesmaids' earrings matched her dress. I looked around to see if anyone had pearl earrings, and Manzi did. When I explained the situation, she immediately offered her earrings as a gift to my sister. We were so touched by her kindness. She truly saved the day.
-Lily
We hired Manzi Liu Art for our company's annual event as a live portrait illustrator, and the experience was nothing short of amazing.
At our event, Manzi was a huge hit with the guests. She was friendly, engaging, and incredibly skilled, creating stunning portraits on the spot that our guests absolutely loved. Her presence added a unique and memorable touch to our event, making it even more special.
We are so grateful to have had Manzi as part of our company event. Her art is not just visually beautiful but also deeply meaningful, just go to her wedsite and you can see her wok. Contact Manzi if you are looking for exceptional artwork and a wonderful experience.
- Angel
Manzi is amazing!! She is a fantastic artist who can really see the beautiful details and transform them into a work of art. Me and my SIL hired her to paint them for my daughter’s wedding as a surprise on the wedding day. She was so helpful throughout the entire process, in addition to painting a scene of the ceremony, she offered us an additional package to paint guests during the reception and we took the chance and it was SO worth it. It was a fun evening for the guests, the girls were getting portraits done, and it made my daughter’s special day that much memorable, something the guests can take home and they will never forget either.
Manzi painted a stunning recreation of the bride and groom exchanging vows. It was an indoor wedding and guests were literally blown away by such a unique experience! Seeing her transform the canvas was so exciting. We all fell in love with Manzi’s recreation of the very special moment we all had a part in. Having such a magical moment captured forever fills my heart I am so happy we hired Manzi for this special day I highly highly highly recommend her artistic services for your event.
- Kirsten
HOW DO I BOOK YOU FOR MY EVENT?
1st, you will begin by filling out the inquiry form or just email me at manziliuart@gmail.com. I will respond to you by email usually within 24-48 hours.
2nd, I will get to know your event and answer all your questions through email. If you prefer a call conversation, I am happy to talk to you.
3rd, if you are read to book, you will receive an email with an E-contract to sign, an invoice of a non-refundable 30% deposit, and instructions on how to pay. Please note, your day is NOT securely booked until you sign and pay.
4th, after you have booked, 4 to 2 weeks before the event, we will confirm your booking by email. You can also email me back with any things I need to pay attention to at the event.
5th, you will receive the remainder of the payment 20 days before the events. Please note that the payment must be completed 14 days before the event. A failed payment might result in a failed booking.
6th, I will illustrate live at your event. It's my pleasure to be at your event!