Live Guest Illustration

Hand-illustrated portraits created in real time, capturing the style, presence, and quiet magic of your celebration as it unfolds. Each sketch is drawn on-site, transforming fleeting moments into art your guests will carry home.

  • I arrive before guests, allowing the space to feel intentional and seamless. As the event begins, guests are gently guided to the illustration table.

    A brief photograph is taken so they may continue enjoying the celebration while their portrait is brought to life.

    Brushstrokes unfold quietly in the background. a live artistic presence is woven into your event atmosphere.

    Finished illustrations are displayed momentarily, creating anticipation, conversation, and delight.

    By the evening’s end, your guests leave with a portrait created within the energy of your celebration.

  • Live guest illustration is best suited for thoughtfully designed gatherings where guests appreciate artistry, fashion, and meaningful details.

    It is particularly loved at:

    • Cocktail Hour and wedding receptions
    • Bridal showers and engagement celebrations
    • Milestone birthdays
    • Baby showers and family celebrations
    • Brand activations and luxury retail events
    • Corporate celebrations and client experiences

    For intimate gatherings, every guest can often be illustrated during the event.

    For larger celebrations, I offer an expressive ink style designed to capture more guests while maintaining the artistry of the experience.

  • • Intimate gatherings: 25–70 guests
    • Larger celebrations: up to 140 guests

    If your guest list falls outside these ranges, I am always happy to discuss a custom approach.

  • Most clients select collections between $2,500-$5,000+ for a live guest illustration experience.

    As every celebration is unique, your investment is customized based on guest count, coverage time, illustration style, and any personalized presentation or stationery enhancements.

    Collections begin at $1,800 for select intimate events (25 guests)

  • Easy steps to reserve your spot:

    1. Submit an inquiry form with your event details

    2. discuss all about your celebration with mansi

    3. Review your custom proposal & secure your date with a retainer

    4. Look forward to a joyful, interactive experience at your event

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Each celebration we take on is thoughtfully designed and artistically led to reflect your story.

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What people are saying

“After meeting Mansi, I knew live guest illustrations would be so much more elegant and personal than a photo booth. Our guests loved their portraits and kept saying how original the idea was. Each illustration was thoughtfully created, made people look their best, and gave our guests a personalized keepsake they truly cherished.”

“The entire experience was seamless from start to finish. Communication was clear, the setup was effortless, and guests loved that they could enjoy the celebration without stepping away for Art. Watching the illustrations come together was such a joy, and it was incredible knowing every guest received a portrait they loved.”

“We wanted something interactive that benefited all guests, so we decided to include live guest illustrations at our wedding. Our guests said it was very unique and they enjoyed it - they thought the portraits looked like them. Having all the photos lined up on the table to look out was our favorite part.“

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