Live Guest Illustrations
Illustration Style
My illustrations are created in a playful, faceless style that capture the essence of your guests. With a mix of watercolors, markers, pens, and pencil, I bring your loved ones to life in a way that’s both stylish and unforgettable. It’s more than just a keepsake—it’s an experience, a living memory, and a little bit of magic on paper - and your guests get to watch it all come to life!
How it Works
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Your guests get their photo taken.
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I capture their likeness in a watercolor-style illustration on a thick 5"x7" sheet of watercolor paper.
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​Guests get to enjoy the party and pick up their illustrations on their way out - no need to wait in line!
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Additional illustrations are completed off-site for any guests who didn't receive an illustration during the event.
Jennifer was the absolute sweetest to work with for our wedding! I had always wanted to have a live painter and after looking through all of her work, I knew I not only wanted her there but needed her there! She did such an amazing job at capturing our guests in the most beautiful painted portraits and we received so many compliments on how much everyone loved her. I would 100/10 recommend her for any event or for any painting you want done. The thoughtfulness and attention to detail is unmatched. We love Dihel Art!!
-Kayla F., 2025 Google Review
All Live Illustration Packages Include:
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Up to four (4) hours of on-site illustrating (for guest counts above 50)
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Up to 10 guests painted per hour (about 1 guest every 6 minutes)
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Watercolor-style illustrations on 5" x 7" paper
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1-3 guests per 5" x 7" paper
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Protective plastic sleeves to protect finished illustrations
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Guest entertainment - guests get to watch illustrations come to life!
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One initial consultation call and one final consultation call
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Professional-grade materials
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Wedding vision & logistics questionnaires
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Vendor coordination
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Free travel within 50 miles of West Lafayette, IN*
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Investment based on guest count:
+ local sales tax & travel beyond 50 miles from West Lafayette, IN.
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Small Guest Counts (up to 50): $350/hour, 2 hour minimum
Guest count must align with total hours purchased @ 10 guests completed per hour.
Ex: 2 hours = up to 20 guests completed on-site only. Guest count must not exceed 20 if two hours are purchased.
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Large Guest Counts: Up to 4 hours of on-site service, plus additional illustrations completed in the studio afterwards that will be shipped to the host to be individually distributed to guests.
51-75 guests: $1,900
76-100 guests: $2,300
101-150 guests: $2,750
151-200 guests: $3,500
200+ guests: $3,500 + $15/guest beyond the first 200
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*Refer to the Travel Guide below for details on additional milage costs.