Frequently Asked Questions
What is included?
Live Guest Portraits include:
-5'' x 7'' faceless watercolor sketches for guests who request one.
-Clean cut edges or handmade deckle edges available
-Each portrait comes in a clear protective sheet
-For bookings of 4 hours or more: one 8'' x 10" watercolor of the Wedding Venue.
How do Live Guest Portraits Work?
Live Guest Portrait painting is a service that provides entertainment and fun, memorable favors for guests. During your cocktail hour or reception the artist or her assistant will take photos of your guests who request a portrait. The artist will then work from those photos throughout the allotted time. Guests can pick up their portraits at the end of the night.
What if the artist can't finish all the portraits at my Wedding?
If more guests want portraits than time allows, the artist will finish portraits in her studio and mail them to the Bride and Groom to distribute to the guests. The guests first name (s) will be written on the portrait for ease of identification.
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Suggestion from the artist: Send out your guests portrait with your thank your cards to save on postage!
When will the artist arrive?
The Artist will arrive 1 hour before the Wedding to set up, and if applicable, begin painting your Wedding Venue.
What do I need to provide for the artist?
The artist will need a 6 foot long table and a chair to work from. If a table cannot be supplied then the artist can supply one.
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A space near an electrical outlet to set up the table is preferred .
​​Will the Artist travel to my Wedding?
A. L. Karr Studio is based in Michigan, we would love to travel to your wedding provided the travel time doesn't interfere with other events already scheduled. Travel fees will be added to the total cost.
What materials does this artist work with?
Professional grade watercolors with cold pressed 100% cotton watercolor paper. Straight edge or handmade deckle paper available.
What will the artist wear?
The artist strives to blend in with the guests and follows the dress code chosen by the bride and groom. She will wear a knee or floor length dress or slacks and a blouse.
What is the Cancellation policy?
-A non refundable retainer of 30% will be required at the time of booking. The remaining 70% will be required 10 days before the wedding.
-If the event is canceled less than 10 days before the event but greater than 48 hours before the event then 70% of the total payment (minus prepaid travel expenses) will be refunded .
-If the artist has to cancel due to illness, injury, or unforeseen events then 70% of the total payment (minus prepaid travel expenses) will be refunded .