Where are you based?

 I am based in central Manchester, United Kingdom.

How far do you travel?

I travel around the UK and also Europe for destination weddings. I can travel around Central Manchester at no extra cost. Travel outside this area will incur additional travel and possibly overnight accommodation costs.

What is the price of live guest painting?

Prices start from £600, depending on the number of hours you would like to hire me for and other costs that may be incurred, such as travel and accommodation. Please visit the packages page to find out more information. For a custom quote, you will need to complete the enquiry form here.

How many live guest paintings can you complete at my event?

Due to variations in my painting speed at different events (many factors can affect this, such as how talkative the guests are, how many guests approach my table, outfit patterns, long hair, etc). I now include a set amount of paintings per package to make it fair for every client that books me:

Brinze 4-Hour Package: 20 Paintings

Silver 6-Hour Package: 30 Paintings

Gold 8-Hour Package: 40 Paintings

Each painting can include between 1 and 4 people. Any paintings that aren’t finished on the day will be painted and posted out to you after the event. I will also email you the photos so you can identify the paintings.

Which package is best for my event?

If your event has over 100 guests, the 6 hour Silver Package or the 8 hour Gold Package is recommended. The 4-hour Bronze package is best for smaller events. Due to the nature of my service, 4 hours isn’t enough time for events with many guests.

If your venue is more than a 2 two-hour drive from Central Manchester, you will not be able to book the 4 Hour Bronze Package.

What if not every guest gets a painting?

I will paint on a first come, first served basis until the capacity of the package you have booked is reached. However if you want to make sure specific guests receive a painting such as the bridal party etc. please see the next question.

Can I request priority paintings for special guests?

Yes! I will then make a note of their names on the day to be put at the top of the list.

Do you require a deposit?

Yes, all bookings that are longer than 6 weeks away require a 20% deposit to secure the date. The deposit needs to be paid upon booking once you are happy with your quote and have completed and signed the booking form. If I do not receive the deposit upon booking, the booking will not be secured, and the date will not be held for you.

Last minute bookings where the event date is within 6 weeks will need to be paid in full upon booking.

When will the balance need to be paid?

The remaining balance needs to be paid no later than 6 weeks before the booked date. I understand planning events and weddings can be a busy and stressful time and things are easily forgotten, so I will send a reminder via email 2 weeks before the due date if the balance is still outstanding.

I am booking on behalf of my company for a corporate event. Do the same payment terms apply as above?

For corporate bookings, as I would usually need to be set up as a supplier with your finance team, it works a little differently:

• For corporate bookings more than 6 weeks away, the 20% deposit will be due within 30 days from when the invoice is received. The remaining balance will be due 6 weeks before the event.

• For corporate bookings less than 6 weeks away, full payment is required within 30 days from when the invoice was received.

Do you offer payment in instalments?

No.

What happens if I don’t pay the balance 6 weeks before the booked date?

If you have a current booking with me, please contact me via email as soon as possible to discuss this matter. If I have contacted you twice by email and I do not hear back from you, your booking will be cancelled.

What if I need to cancel my booking?

• Cancelling after you have paid the deposit: Deposits are non-refundable.

• Cancelling after you have paid the full balance: A refund of the remaining balance (not including the deposit) will not be given with less than 6 weeks’ notice. (Please contact me directly if you need to cancel due to reasons beyond your control.)

How will you travel to my UK event?

I currently travel by car, which is my vehicle. I plan my routes before travel and make sure I leave plenty of time to arrive on time to your event. If your venue is not easily accessible by car, this may affect my ability to offer you a quote. Please consider this when submitting your enquiry via the enquiry form.

Can I book you for my wedding/event overseas?

Yes, I can travel overseas. However please note this would incur additional travel and accommodation costs. Please provide all the location information on the enquiry form.

If your overseas venue is not easily accessible by public transport, this may affect my ability to offer you a quote. Please consider this when submitting your enquiry.

Are travel costs included in the price?

Travel costs are included in the price for Central Manchester only. Other locations will incur mileage charges at £ 0.45 per mile. If mileage fees are incurred, this will be clearly shown on your quote. Please always provide your event location information on the enquiry form so I can provide you with an accurate quote.

What size are the guest paintings?

All guest paintings are on size A6 watercolour paper, and will be placed inside a clear plastic sleeve for protection for guests to take home. 

What time will you start guest painting at my event?

For weddings it’s best to arrive to set up either before or during the ceremony. That way, once guests have left the ceremony during the first lull/reception canapes and drinks whilst pictures are being taken, I can get started. I will stop accepting new paintings once I have taken enough photos that are included in your booked package.

For other events, I will arrive around 1 hour to 30mins prior to the start of the event to set up.

What does the booking process involve?

• Please fill out the online enquiry form, providing as much information as possible about your wedding/event. 

• Once your enquiry has been submitted, if your date is available I will aim to send a quote to you via email as soon as possible (please allow longer for a reply if submitting the form on a weekend).  If I need more information to complete your quote I will contact you via email with the details you have provided.

  (Please note a quote will only be sent if I am available on your required dates, if I am not available on your selected dates I will send an email to let you know.)

• When you have received the quote, if you're happy to book, you will need to complete and sign the contract.

• I will email you the invoice. If your booking is less than 6 weeks away the invoice will need to be paid in full. If your booking is more than 6 weeks away, a 20% deposit is payable and the balance payable up to 6 weeks before the event date.

• Once all the above is done, you are officially booked in and we can discuss any details and personalisation you require on the paper.

How long are quotes valid for?

You will have 7 days to book upon receiving a quote. If it has been longer than 7 days since you received your quote and you would still like to book, please contact me via email to check if your date is still available.

Will you require any equipment at the venue?

Yes. I will require a chair and a large table. I can bring a white table cloth with me upon request. I will also bring a portable usb lamp to use in the instance where the venue is particularly dark (this does not require the use of any electrical sockets at the venue).

Are the paints messy? As I am renting the table linens.

I will bring a clear mat with me to put on the tablecloth to protect the linens. I use Watercolour paints, which are fast drying, Pencils, Pens and Glitter Glue very carefully. I have never had any issues with staining linens.

How long do the paintings take to dry?

As I use watercolours, the drying time for guest paintings is no more than a minute or two. If i have used glitter glue (for jewellery etc) it will take an extra few minutes to dry.

Do you have Public Liability Insurance?

Yes, I am fully insured for Public Liability. More information can be provided and shared with your venue coordinator upon request.