Planning your wedding in Manchester and looking for something truly unforgettable? If you want more than just beautiful décor and great food—something that your guests will talk about long after the last dance—consider booking a live wedding guest painter.

This unique experience is becoming one of the most-loved luxury wedding additions in the North West. Here’s why couples across Manchester are choosing to add live guest portraits or live ceremony painting to their big day.

1. It's a Luxury Experience That Feels Personal

Manchester has no shortage of premium wedding venues—from industrial-chic warehouses to elegant country estates. A live wedding painter fits seamlessly into that luxe atmosphere, while offering something truly human and heartfelt.

Each portrait is hand-painted live in watercolour, making every guest feel like a VIP.

2. Entertainment That Doubles as a Wedding Favour

Instead of giving your guests something generic, they walk away with a hand-painted portrait of themselves, created right in front of their eyes. It’s both entertainment and a personalised wedding favour rolled into one—and that’s rare.

These mini portraits become cherished keepsakes, often framed at home as a beautiful reminder of your celebration.

3. Perfect for Manchester Venues with Character

Whether you're tying the knot at:

The Midland Hotel
Castlefield Rooms
Didsbury House Hotel
The Whitworth
or FiveFour Studios

…a live artist can enhance the atmosphere with an elegant, creative flair. My live painting setup is designed to complement your space—not compete with it—adding to the visual storytelling of your day.

Live painting wedding guests at Castlefield Rooms.

This is a popular city centre venue that I have painted at any times of the last few years.

4. It Captures the Spirit of the North

Manchester is a city known for creativity, culture, and originality. Booking a live artist reflects that spirit beautifully—especially for couples who want to move away from the cookie-cutter wedding formula.

You're not just hosting an event; you're curating an experience. A live wedding painter fits perfectly into that vision.

5. It’s an Unexpected Delight for Your Guests

Your guests won’t see this coming—and that’s the best part.

As they take their seats, sip cocktails, or wait for dinner, I’m quietly painting watercolour portraits of them. One by one, they get surprised with a piece of art that’s just for them. The joy, the smiles, the “wow” moments—it adds something truly special to the day.

Happy wedding guests with their one-of-a-kind wedding favours.

For guests, it doubles as entertainment as they watch me paint plus favours to take home.

Bonus: I’m Based in Manchester & I Travel

I’m Kerri Anne, a live wedding artist based right here in Manchester. I’ve painted at weddings across the UK and Europe, but Manchester weddings are close to my heart.

Whether your big day is in the city centre or a countryside escape nearby, I’d love to be part of it.

Want to Book Your Manchester Wedding Date?

Dates book up fast, especially during peak season. If you’re getting married in Manchester in 2025 or beyond, click here to enquire and I’ll send over my live painting packages.

Let’s make your wedding day as unique, creative, and meaningful as your love story. 🎨

5 Reasons to Hire a Live Wedding Painter in Manchester