Welcome to Arty at Heart illustrations.

Welcome, I'm Laura, a UK-based artist offering live illustration and studio-based commissions. Each piece is thoughtfully created to capture the heart of your story. I create unique pieces that bring a touch of artistry to your most meaningful moments- made to be treasured for years to come.

Why choose live illustration?

Unforgettable Guest Experience
It’s a talking point and a joy to watch — guests love seeing themselves turned into live works of art.

Personalised Guest Favour
Guests take home a beautifully hand-painted keepsake, crafted just for them.

Interactive entertainment
It adds an engaging and interactive element that guests can enjoy in those moments when everyone is mingling and enjoying the event.

For all occasions

Couple at an event, woman holding a portrait, wearing formal attire and hats, inside a rustic venue with decorations.
Watercolor painting of a bride and groom standing together, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet and both wearing formal wedding attire.

Weddings

It’s where I fell in love with live illustration, and it is where your love story is celebrated! Commemorate your celebration with live illustrations drawn on the day- portraits of your guests, captured in professional-grade materials, they will have a unique piece of art to take home and cherish.

Fashion illustration display with three sketches clipped to a line.
Illustration of a man in a tuxedo with abstract circles and stars, wearing a bow tie.

Corporate and private functions

Looking to add brand presence to your event while bolstering your live entertainment offering? Look no further. Live illustration is engaging on-trend, and a dynamic talking piece of the event.

Or, add a little luxury to elevate your party. I can be booked for private functions to commemorate that special occasion with family and friends with a twist.

“What is done with love is done well.”

— Van Gogh

How it works

Capturing the moment

Guests are asked to pose for a reference photo, which I use to illustrate them as they enjoy the event!

Painting the keepsake

Working live from the photos, I hand-illustrate guests with high-quality, premium watercolours and markers. Every portrait is thoughtfully crafted with unique details, each piece taking around 10-15 minutes to complete.

Cherishing the memory

Guests get to watch a live artist in action, as well as see themselves illustrated in minutes. Finished illustrations are presented for guests to enjoy and take home on the same day.

Woman painting at a table with art supplies outdoors
Couple at outdoor wedding holding drawing, man in gray suit, woman in blue floral dress, people seated in background, large parasol, cloudy sky.
Two women posing with a fashion illustration under a draped tent at an outdoor event.
Two people smiling, holding a caricature drawing and wine glasses, one wearing a kilt and the other in a green dress at an event under a white canopy.
Two women in animal print dresses holding a drawing, standing indoors next to a table with art prints and a sign.

Live illustration packages

Explore the three package options, each designed to be tailored to your unique celebration. Optional customisations are available to add an extra personality and detail to your event!

Kind words

  • “Firstly, we want to thank Laura so much for not only making our day, but our guests’ day too… The details of the outfits and illustrations… were spot on”

    Hannah and Micheal, 2024

  • “You are honestly amazing! Thank you so much! We loved having you and glad you helped to make memories on our special day ”

    Steph and Rob, 2024