Live Illustration

Booking Process

Pricing

I have a 3-hour booking minimum and offer two package options that can be customized to best fit your event and meet your needs. 

I am based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but I have had the privilege of travelling all over the United States to create art at weddings and events. Depending on location, travel fees may include but are not limited to ground transportation, lodging and air fare. Please inquire using the form below to receive a custom quote.

Featured Package $600 - $1,200 USD* 3 - 6 hours of live sketching  Sketching time: 5-7 minutes per person or 10-12 minutes per couple (when working in full color) I take photos of your guests as they arrive and create as many sketches as can reasonably be completed onsite during the allotted amount of time. Guests will be able to pick up their sketches by the end of the event. Depending on booking time and guest count, I cannot guarantee that every guest will be sketched. Paper can be customized with a logo, date or other personalization for an additional fee.   Complementary 8"x10" sketch will be shipped to the host/couple after the event *Pricing does not include travel fees. Please inquire below to receive a custom quote.	Photo credit: Marit Williams Photography
	Favors Package $1,200 - $5,000 USD* 3 - 6 hours of live sketching Sketching time: 5-7 minutes per person or 10-12 minutes per couple (when working in full color)  I take photos of your guests as they arrive and create as many sketches as can reasonably be completed during the allotted amount of time. Some guests will be able to pick up their sketches by the end of the event. Every guest will be sketched (if desired). Any remaining sketches not completed onsite will be finished in my studio and mailed to the host/couple for distribution after the event. Paper can be customized with a logo, date or other personalization for an additional fee.  Complementary 8"x10" sketch will be shipped to the host/couple after the event *Pricing does not include travel fees. Please inquire below to receive a custom quote.

SET UP
I will arrive about 30 minutes before my start time to find my designated spot and get set up. Please provide a sturdy table and chair for me at the venue (no wobbles!). A 6-ft rectangular table is recommended. I will bring a simple sign, but you are welcome to provide your own. I provide my own battery-powered lighting for evening events to ensure visibility.

MATERIALS
I provide all materials. Sketches are created on a smooth bristol paper (similar to cardstock) with professional artist markers and archival ink pens to eliminate drying time. Finished sketches are then placed into protective plastic sleeves for your guests to take home.

STYLE
My figure-drawing style is somewhere between the elongated fashion sketch and real-life proportions. My default is full-color illustrations on 5"x7" or 8"x10" paper. To increase sketch output, I can also do sketches in black and white with simple pops of color.

General Notes

TESTIMONIALS

"Maria is so incredibly talented! She illustrated at our wedding and she was RAVED about by all of our guests...I cannot thank her enough for making our day so special." - Lexi