Wedding Painting and Live Painting in NRW
Watercolor portraits painted live.
Take them home right away.
Keep them forever.
Event and live drawing:
The special gift for your guests
Gifts show appreciation - a custom portrait is something special for everyone. They capture a snapshot of a special event, as personal and unique as the guests themselves.
Live drawing is also an experience for the guests. After a quick pencil sketch, they can stand next to me and watch as I finish the artwork - making the wait as a model shorter and a lot of fun.
Live drawing is a flexible option for your guests, creating a calm and personal experience right in the middle of the action.
In just 5 to 9 minutes, I'll create a realistic watercolor portrait for you on high-quality paper – as a single, couple, or family portrait.
As a couple, you can also get illustrations of your special moments, like your wedding ceremony, cutting the cake, or your first dance.
Planning an event hardly leaves any time to relax. If you still want to offer your guests something truly special without having to organize it yourself: sit back and let me create these wonderful memories live on site. You get a lasting keepsake for the wall with zero effort on your part.
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For single portraits, I need about 4–5 minutes, and for couple portraits, 8–10. Depending on how time-consuming the hairstyles and outfits are, I can do about 10 people per hour. How many people I can draw also depends on the event’s organisation and the guests. When I get into a good flow, I can draw a lot of portraits. If guests have a packed schedule and no one joins the queue, I may draw fewer. One thing is certain: I always do my best to draw as many people as possible.
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Of course, that's definitely possible.
My standard A5 format fits up to five people. If you know you need the option for even more people (like for a team event or a larger family portrait), just let me know and I'll bring along a larger format as well.
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Basically yes, there are a few different options.
I can bring along a colleague so we can simply draw twice as many pictures live.
You book the package that fits your guest count, I stay on-site as long as it works out logistically, and I finish up the rest from home.
For more than 80 people, feel free to ask me for a custom quote.
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A chair and a table (at least 1m wide, 60-80cm deep) – if a table is tricky, I can pack one. Plus a power outlet within a 5m radius. If the live experience is going to be fun for your guests, I kindly ask for a little bit of space so people can stand behind me, in front of me, and in front of the display stand to watch the illustrations being created.
A quieter spot – please don't place me right next to the DJ's speakers. Even though it's a relaxed vibe, I'm super focused. Keeping that focus is really important for getting great results.
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Sure, I love outdoor events. The key is having the right temperature. A temperature of 20 degrees should always be guaranteed (e.g., with radiant heaters), since I get cold quickly when I’m sitting still and concentrating. There should be an alternative plan in case of rain.
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Yes, I have a few different ways we can handle this logistically:
Live – including the models:
A real magnet for the guests. They pose for just 2-3 minutes and can then come over to watch me finish their picture. There's usually a short queue, but everyone loves watching eagerly. It's a relaxing experience where guests enjoy watching the process and getting their finished piece at the end. Best suited when the guest count matches the package capacity.
From a photo:
The drawing happens more in the background. Guests quickly get their photo taken and I draw them one after the other. Whether I manage to draw all guests depends on the time I'm booked for. From a certain number of people onwards, I'll stop taking new requests and focus on finishing the drawings. This option works on a first-come, first-served basis.
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I can't give a simple yes or no to that because it depends on a few different factors:
On average, I can manage 10 people an hour. So if you have 60 guests at your wedding, my Package M works pretty well if I'm focusing purely on guest portraits.
Often I also draw during the outdoor wedding ceremony and create a special picture for the couple, which takes a bit more time than the guest portraits. Because of the ceremony length and congratulations afterwards, I usually end up with up to an hour less time for guest portraits and won't be able to draw everyone.
If it's really important to you that I draw every single guest, we can discuss that beforehand during planning. As an option, I can draw your ceremony or first dance picture as an after-wedding portrait—you can simply add that on—so I have enough time for the guests.
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Yes! Once you make an inquiry, I'll hold the date for 14 days. Your event is officially booked once I have received the signed contract and your deposit.Your event is officially booked once I have received the signed contract and your deposit.
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Branded paper with your wedding logo or family crest? Want your pet included in the ceremony picture? Let's chat, we'll find a way to make your wishes come true.
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FAQ
About
Hi there! I'm Tanja
illustrator and live painting artist
from Bonn.
I originally come from a small village called Bingum in northern Germany. There wasn't much going on there, which is why I always drew a lot.
I learned how to draw portraits because I always wanted to be just like my older sister, who is 6 years my senior.
So when my sister started drawing portraits at 16, I wanted to do it too. My first reference materials were the cover boys and girls from the TV guide (like Kate and Leo from Titanic). I spent my youth perfecting realistic drawing. And high school—I finished that too!
I then honed my craft during my studies. From 2009 to 2013, I studied Communication Design with a focus on Illustration at the Hanze University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. Even back then, my fellow students and I used to offer speed portraits at our own exhibitions. Today, I work as a wedding painter and event artist all over North Rhine-Westphalia – and beyond upon request.
What makes my painting so special
I don't just draw faces; I also capture your most precious moments during the ceremony or the first dance. I mingle with the guests, chat while I draw, laugh along with them, and create a joyful space to linger, slow down, and be curious. Everyone takes their artwork home with them, and even while it's being created, people are already figuring out where to hang it and what frame to get. That way, the memory of your special day stays fresh for everyone.
Working together as equals, mutual respect, and friendliness are my core values. That's why I always spread good vibes during my live drawing sessions. I want to create lovely memories and a warm atmosphere. For happy guests!
Your Investment
My package prices apply to weddings, family celebrations, and private events.
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S - The Gift
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I create live, custom portraits of you and your guests – as a personal, hand-drawn keepsake to take home.
Guaranteed 40 people*
(On average, about 5–10 portraits or double portraits are created per hour – depending on the schedule and flow)Artistic coverage for up to 4 hours
Planning note
The stated capacity refers to portraits of your guests. If you would also like special moments such as the ceremony, cutting the cake, or the first dance captured as illustrations, these will count toward the package's total capacity. As a result, fewer guest portraits can be created during the event.If you want both a high number of guest portraits and multiple bride-and-groom motifs, you can naturally extend the hours. Alternatively, special moments can easily be created afterward as relaxed after-wedding portraits following your big day.
Includes setup and teardown (approx. 30–45 minutes)
Travel included:
Within a 50 km radius of Bonn
Beyond that, a flat travel fee applies by arrangementMaterials included:
– 300g fine art watercolor paper (white or cream)
– high-quality paints
– transparent protective sleeve for every portraitPrice: €1,150
*plus 7% VAT* I draw guests live on-site. If the event schedule doesn't allow for all guaranteed portraits to be completed during the event, any missing portraits can be finished up in my studio afterward from photos upon request.
M - The Memory
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I create live, custom portraits of you and your guests – as a personal, hand-drawn keepsake to take home.
Guaranteed 60 people*
(On average, about 5–10 portraits or double portraits are created per hour – depending on the schedule and flow)Artistic coverage for up to 6 hours
Planning note
The stated capacity refers to portraits of your guests. If you would also like special moments such as the ceremony, cutting the cake, or the first dance captured as illustrations, these will count toward the package's total capacity. As a result, fewer guest portraits can be created during the event.If you want both a high number of guest portraits and multiple bride-and-groom motifs, you can naturally extend the hours. Alternatively, special moments can easily be created afterward as relaxed after-wedding portraits following your big day.
Includes setup and teardown (approx. 30–45 minutes)
Travel included:
Within a 100 km radius of Bonn
Beyond that, a flat travel fee applies by arrangementMaterials included:
– 300g fine art watercolor paper (white or cream)
– high-quality paints
– transparent protective sleeve for every portraitPrice: €1,650
plus 7% VAT* I draw guests live on-site. If the event schedule doesn't allow for all guaranteed portraits to be completed during the event, any missing portraits can be finished up in my studio afterward from photos upon request.
L - The Unforgettable
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Full-day artistic coverage for larger gatherings: I create live individual portraits of you and your guests – a personal, hand-drawn keepsake to take home.
Guaranteed for 80 guests*
(On average, about 5-10 portraits or double portraits are created per hour – depending on the schedule and flow)Artistic coverage for up to 8 hours
Planning note
The stated capacity refers to portraits of your guests. If you would also like special moments such as the ceremony, cutting the cake, or the first dance captured as illustrations, these will count toward the package's total capacity. As a result, fewer guest portraits can be created during the event.If you'd like plenty of guest portraits as well as multiple bride and groom artworks, the coverage time can of course be extended. Alternatively, special moments can be captured nice and relaxed as an after-wedding portrait session following your big day.
Includes setup and teardown (approx. 30–45 minutes)Travel included:
Within a 200 km radius of Bonn (round trip)
Beyond that, a flat travel fee by arrangementMaterials included:
– 300g fine art watercolor paper (white)
– high-quality paints
– clear protective sleeve for each portraitIncludes:
– After-wedding sketch
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– custom-branded paper of your choiceOptional:
Picture frame display on sitePrice: €2,250
plus 7% VAT* I draw guests live on-site. If the event schedule doesn't allow for all guaranteed portraits to be completed during the event, any missing portraits can be finished up in my studio afterward from photos upon request.
Only want a shorter session even though you have lots of guests?
Get in touch, we'll find a solution
Example of an after-wedding portrait in A4 size
Add-on options
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Detailed portrait or scene drawing created after the event
More time for fine details, special moments, and emotions
Available in A4 (€180) or A3 (€220) upon request
Delivered as a finished artwork (protective sleeve included)
Perfect for bringing your favorite memories back to life
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Creation of a custom stamp based on an existing design (e.g., the couple's names) or a brand new design
Stamp color of your choice
Stamp + stamp pad belong to the couple after the wedding
Perfect for all portraits & scenes – adds a personal touch to the drawings
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Scan and post-processing incl. color and contrast correction
Delivery as cloud download
Return shipping of the original included
Pictures of the couple only: €75
Pictures Package S: €100
Pictures Package M: €125
Pictures Package L: €150all plus 7% VAT
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The evening is going so well that you'd like even more drawings? You can add extra hours on-site to any of my packages - as long as my schedule permits
Example of paper branding with a family crest
What my wedding couples say
Let's talk!
info@tanjameyer.de
(+49) 1578 2219585