Capturing Your Coastal Celebration Through Live Art
Welcome to an extraordinary way of preserving your Monterey Peninsula wedding day. As your live wedding painter, I transform the magical moments of your coastal celebration into a timeless piece of art, created in real-time as your story unfolds along our stunning shoreline.
The Art of Live Coastal Wedding Painting
Every wedding along the Monterey Peninsula offers its own unique magic - from the ethereal marine layer rolling over Pebble Beach to the golden California sunlight filtering through Carmel Valley's ancient oaks. My artistic approach embraces these distinctive coastal elements, weaving them into your wedding painting to create an heirloom that captures not just images, but the very essence of your celebration by the sea.
The Live Painting Experience
As your live wedding painter, I arrive well before your key moments to set up my professional easel and begin capturing the atmosphere of your coastal venue. Throughout your celebration, guests witness the evolution of your painting, creating an additional layer of entertainment and wonder to your special day.
Professional Artistic Process
Using museum-quality materials and techniques specifically developed for coastal conditions, I create your painting through a carefully refined process. The initial atmosphere and composition are established early, with layers of detail and refinement added throughout the evening. From capturing the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur to the historic charm of Mission Ranch, each painting tells a story that's as unique as the couple themselves.
2025 Live Wedding Painting Collections
Your celebration along the Monterey Peninsula deserves to be captured in a way that's as breathtaking as our coastline. Each collection includes complimentary travel within Monterey County - from Big Sur to Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach to Pacific Grove.
Silver Collection | $3,200
Our introduction to luxury live wedding painting features an intimate 18"x24" canvas perfect for capturing key moments of your coastal celebration. This collection includes 6-8 hours of live painting coverage and professional-grade Golden acrylics.
Gold Collection | $4,300
The Gold Collection elevates your experience with a striking 24"x24" square canvas. This unique format provides a contemporary aesthetic and includes extended coverage of 7-9 hours, allowing for more detailed development of your painting during your celebration. Perfect for capturing the dramatic views of Monterey Bay or the elegant gardens of Bernardus Lodge.
Diamond Collection | $5,300
Our Diamond Collection features a generous 24"x30" canvas, ideal for capturing the grandeur of your coastal venue. This collection includes full-day coverage, ensuring every significant moment is considered in your painting's composition. The larger format allows for rich detail and dramatic impact, perfect for expansive oceanfront views or including more of your cherished guests.
Platinum Collection | $8,000
The ultimate in luxury and impact, our Estate Collection features a museum-quality 30"x36" canvas. This remarkable size creates a truly commanding presence and allows for the highest level of detail and atmospheric effect, perfect for capturing the majesty of venues like Pebble Beach Resorts or the sweeping views of Carmel Valley Ranch.
Interactive Art Experience Add-On
Enhance your coastal celebration with our unique Interactive Art Experience, where your guests become part of the creative process. This second canvas, featuring a custom outline design inspired by local coastal elements, allows guests to contribute to a collaborative piece of art throughout your celebration. Audie then touches the painting up in studio ensuring the second piece will be as much of a keepsake as the first professionally done painting.
Classic Interactive (18"x24") | $800
Perfect for intimate gatherings of 75-125 guests, this size creates an engaging experience while maintaining the elegance of your celebration space. Ideal for boutique venues like Mission Ranch or L'Auberge Carmel.
Statement Interactive (24"x24") | $900
Our contemporary square format, ideal for medium to larger celebrations of 125-175 guests, offers unique opportunities for creative guest participation while creating a stunning finished piece. Perfect for venues like The Perry House or Folktale Winery.
Grand Interactive (24"x30") | $1,000
Maximum impact and space for guest participation, ideal for larger celebrations of 175+ guests. This generous size ensures everyone can contribute to your artistic legacy, perfect for grand venues like The Lodge at Pebble Beach or Nicklaus Club-Monterey.
Optional Add-Ons
Professional Framing
Transform your painting into a ready-to-hang masterpiece with our professional framing service. Options include:
Classic black or gold frames
Custom frame selection
Museum-quality materials
Professional installation Framing quotes provided upon request based on painting size and frame selection
Digital Content Package | $200
When specified at booking, this ensures comprehensive documentation of your painting's journey. While I always capture content for social media (where you'll be tagged or invited to collaborate on posts), this package guarantees thorough documentation and provides you with your own complete collection including:
Professional progress photos throughout the event
Time-lapse footage of the painting's creation
Setup to completion documentation
Key moment captures
Final artwork photography All digital content delivered in high-resolution format, perfect for personal archives and sharing
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you handle Monterey's unique weather conditions?
The coastal environment is part of what makes Monterey Peninsula weddings so magical. I'm well-versed in working with marine layer, changing light conditions, and coastal breezes to ensure your painting captures both the atmosphere and emotion of your celebration perfectly.
When should we book for 2025?
Early booking is strongly recommended, especially for peak season dates (May-October) at premier coastal venues. Many popular 2025 dates are already being reserved.
What makes coastal venue paintings unique?
The Monterey Peninsula offers extraordinary natural light, dramatic landscapes, and architectural elements that create stunning compositional opportunities unique to this region. Each venue presents its own artistic possibilities that we'll discuss during consultation.
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Create Your Coastal Wedding Masterpiece
Ready to transform your Monterey Peninsula celebration into an enduring work of art? Let's discuss how we can capture your perfect day in paint. Share your vision, venue choice, and wedding date - together, we'll create a masterpiece as unique as your love story.
