Live painting is essentially painting 'en plein air' which literally translates to 'in the open air'. The artist typically paints outdoors and captures the environment from life.

Yes! Although most of the painting will be painted directly from life, fleeting moments can be included by using a photo reference.

Live painting is essentially painting 'en plein air' which literally translates to 'in the open air'. The artist typically paints outdoors and captures the environment from life.

Please submit the inquiry form as soon as your event date has been confirmed. If your special date has already been booked, I will keep your inquiry on file and reach out in the event that the date becomes available.

Artist will provide:

A gallery wrapped canvas that is painted edge to edge using high quality professional acrylics (unless otherwise requested) and equipped with hanging wire. If you plan on getting the artwork framed, the edges will be left bare and the back will remain unwired.

Classic french box easel, heavy drop cloth, painting supplies, and easel light for the evening.

Venue must provide:

A proper location with an unobstructed view of the desired scene, an area with about 4 x 6 ft of clearance, a source of water and a place to dispose of paint water (if possible).

If the event is outdoors or continues into the evening, the location must be near an outlet for the easel lamp.

Vendor meals are required for the artist and one assistant for bookings lasting longer than 4 hours.

Most paintings will be finalized about 2-6 weeks after the event.

This allows for any last minute revisions you would like to request, and is a great look back at your special day that most likely felt like a whirlwind.

I am located in Los Angeles, CA and am able to travel to your venue. Travel costs will be included in your proposal.

DO

• Use compressed air in a can to blow away surface dust
• Use a dry soft sable brush to lightly brush the surface while holding a vacuum, off the surface, to capture and remove debris.
• Use a delicate brush to gently remove surface dirt
• Be careful not to bump or scratch the painting.
• If the paint is damaged in any way, avoid dusting altogether.
• The best type of light for your painting is indirect sunlight, recessed lighting, and halogen lights (not ultraviolet)

DO NOT

• Do not allow any rigid object to press against the front or back surface of the stretched canvas
• When storing or transferring, take care to protect the canvas surfaces from becoming dinged or dented
• When it becomes necessary to handle or move a painting, avoid touching the paint surface or the back of the canvas.
• Do not apply any kind of pressure (even finger pressure) to the back
• If your canvas painting does get slightly stretched or dented in an area, sometimes spraying water on the back side (the unpainted side) of the canvas can shrink the stretch/dent. It depends on how severe the indentation is. If unsure about doing this yourself, have a professional do it.
• It is not advisable to place the artwork above a heat source such as fireplaces
• It is unadvisable to hang paintings in a moist environment such as a room which has a bath or shower. Ultraviolet light should be kept away from the painting

*Do not attempt to clean the surface by using solvents or cleaning products of any kind. In fact, it is discouraged to use any liquid, including water, to clean the surface of your acrylic painting. Never use dry or moist dust cloths, stiff bristle brushes or feather dusters to clean a painting. Avoid spraying any fresheners, polish etc. directly onto a painting.