Capturing Your Love Story in Real Time
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!
Let’s make your special day a cherished keepsake!
A little about me, I am an artist, earned a bachelor's degree in fine art from Paier College in Connecticut. I’m located in the Raleigh NC area, but I love to travel and happy to accommodate most locations.
Giving you a painting you'll absolutely love and an experience your guests won't stop talking about is my top priority.
Debbie Hessels Art
Live Wedding Paintings, Commissioned Paintings, Works Available
What is Live Wedding Painting?
Interactive Art Experience
I create a hand-painted masterpiece during your wedding celebration, capturing a pivotal moment while your guests watch the artwork come to life throughout the evening.
Timeline
I will arrive 2 hours before the ceremony and will be painting throughout the reception up to 6 hours, I capture the energy and emotion of your celebration in real-time.
Pricing
Investment
16" x 20" Canvas - $2200
24" x 30" Canvas - $2900
30" x 40" - $3800
(Custom Sizes upon request)
Includes 6 hours of live painting on-site
Additional 10 studio hours
Varnished & wired (ready to hang)
Shipped 4-6 weeks
Travel outside of 75 miles fees will apply*
Watercolor Guest Portraits add-on
Starting at $1,200
For up to 100 guests
Additional artist
Couple and Single Guest Portraits
5" x 7" Watercolor
Includes Name and Date
Perfect for a unique guest favor
Travel outside of 75 miles fees will apply*
Ready to Capture Your Special Day?
I’ll prepare everything needed to create a beautiful painting of your wedding day. Once you've secured your date, I'll be there to transform your special moments into lasting art.
Book Early
To ensure availability for your wedding date, it's best to reserve 6-12 months in advance. After booking we will have a phone consultation where I want to hear your vision and answer any questions you have about the live painting experience.
Personalized Experience
Each painting is customized to capture the unique beauty and emotion of your celebration. I can accommodate special requests! Check in on the progress, have an end of night reveal, add bride and groom special brush strokes, etc.
Cherished Memories
Your guests will enjoy watching your painting come to life, creating another memorable element of your wedding day. Ask about guest watercolor portraits!
Let's start your journey toward a beautiful wedding painting that you'll treasure forever.
Check my availability with the button below. * If I am booked for your special day, I offer paintings off of photos after the big day!! Contact me!
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About the Artist
Passionate Creator of Timeless Memories
With a lifelong passion for art, I capture the perfect imperfections of nature through detailed and expressive colorful paintings. From winning elementary school poster contests to commissioned work before the age of 12, art has always been my calling.
I honed my skills with a Fine Arts degree, studying under renowned artists like Rudolph F. Zallinger and Tim O'Brien. My journey then led me to a 17-year photography career and a role as Director of an Art Education facility in Raleigh, NC. I have painted thousands of paintings, taught hundreds of people and met amazing artist and creatives along the way. My daughters and grandbabies keep me young, and my hubby always keeps me laughing! I can't wait to meet you and bring to life your vision!
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Portfolio Gallery
Each painting tells a unique story, capturing the essence and emotion of your special day with artistic elegance.
My portfolio showcases a variety of special life moments from buying your first home, bringing home your fur babies, animals you love and favorite people! From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations. Each piece represents hours of careful observation and artistic interpretation, resulting in a timeless keepsake for any occasion that’s special for you!