Live Illustrator / painter based in Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Kent, London, UK

"From the moment we connected, Lauren brought a level of creativity, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm that made our experience truly special."

LIVE ILLUSTRATION for Business

Hi! I'm Lauren, a Live Illustrator based in Warwickshire.

I Illustrate at business events, brand activation, launch parties and bespoke events to illustrate attendees, capture the atmosphere, or unique concepts and content! Visual storytelling is a timeless and thoughtful detail for your Business event, that can be utilised in a variety of ways post event.

Live illustration for your event? Absolutely!

Depending on the needs of your event, I can I discreetly Illustrate through time, or make a feature of my work there on the day, to capture content and event features in a unique and meaningful way.

SERVICES

Guest illustrations

On site illustration of guests, capturing moments as they unfold in unique visual storytelling.Your guests will get receive a beautifully unique keepsake-crafted by hand in the moment. I adore capturing as many details as possible, including facial detail, patterned outfits and more.Studio time is available for additional portraits. A treasured and memorable experience for brand activation, launch parties and end of year celebrations. Further personalisation is possible truly elevate your Live Illustration experience.

Live Illustrator Lauren Marie Studio- photo by Beewilde studio 3.JPG

Illustrate the event

Where details of the event are captured as the day unfolds! This is great for inhouse celebrations, launches, marketing events, festivals and live scribing. Wow your event attendees and commission versatile artwork, which can be utilised long after the event. You can choose to focus on one specific element of your event, or blend live illustration offerings to create exactly what you need. This option is great for utilising visuals on merchandise and products, or internal communications.

Bespoke

Perfect for your unique business celebrations and events!Live Illustration and Calligraphy can be the perfect accompaniment to your product launch, company celebration or bespoke event. Imagine all your guests illustrated in your new clothing line, or a bespoke keepsake designed to create a beautiful, thoughtful impact.From live illustration such as monograms, calligraphy, personalised accents on your products, immersive and community artwork, I can create a unique experience tailored to your brand and vision. Elevated, curated details are guaranteed to delight and wow your guests!

Live scribing

Turn your information into easy-to-digest visuals, that can be created on the day, in the moment.

Live scribing is a wonderful form of live entertainment, but it also becomes a long lasting piece of design to aid your communication at events, conferences, workshops and more.

I can live scribe in person, or digitally via online connection. I use my delicate yet delightful style, infusing subtle but memorable detail, to create the visuals that help your content to be remembered.

Licenses can be created for each bespoke project, so you can use the imagery exactly how you need to for maximum impact.

FAQs - Answered

Tell me about your Live Illustration style?

I have almost 10 years experience in the Illustration industry and have developed my own unique style in this time, which is delicate and detail driven with a love for storytelling. I use a curated kit which is carefully chosen with a focus on quality materials, lightfast ratings and tools that blend harmoniously together. I have lots of experience working in private and corporate events as a live illustrator. It would be great to elevate your event and Live Illustration experience with unique, thoughtful details, designed to be treasured and memorable.

Why should we consider live illustration for our business?

Live Illustration has so many versatile uses, and can be weaved seamlessly into your event to surprise and delight your guests! We can also work out the best way to utilise the illustrations created on the day to further enhance your client experience, marketing or communications.

You can choose live guest portraits or live illustration onto your products to enhance your client experience at events, opt for live scribing to make information accessible and easily digestible, or allow me to set up onsite to capture the room or special moments throughout your unique event. Illustration is a gift that keeps giving, and provides a unique outcome every time.

Can you travel?

I am based in the South East and also cover London, Cotswolds, Birmingham, Warwickshire and the midlands. I also travel further afield for events, this will be reflected in greater travel/accommodation fees.

What are your fees for Live Illustration?

Business and commercial live Illustration is quoted on an individual basis, please do get in touch using the form below and I can provide this information for you. I can quote for length of time, travel and any additional licenses you need to use the artwork following the event. Please provide as much information as you can, so that I can provide a timely and accurate quote for you! As a guide, I charge £250 per hour for high quality, professional and consistent live illustrations, before additional licenses and bespoke elements.

What type of Live Illustration can you create for us?

I am pleased to create bespoke packages that really capture everything you need for live illustration. Whether that is guest and attendee portraits, capturing a room or venue, live scribing topics and content, personalisation of products, internal communications visuals, or something more immersive.

How will our guests know what to do for the Guest Illustrations?

I will provide a personalised sign showcasing how live Illustration works, your guests can observe the illustrations come to life and experience the excitement of live art in the moment. Standing for a portrait created entirely live is not expected but definitely welcome. Should this not be suitable, photos can be taken of your guests to create an album I can work from. Making the most of the time you have booked for is my utmost priority and we can finalise these details to suit your unique event.

How many guest portraits can you create?

The amount of portraits I can complete per hour depends on a few things:

1. Details involved

2. The layout of your portraits

3. Guest uptake

I aim for 30+ guests per 4 hour booking, with this figure depending on details involved, guest participation and logistics of the day. The priority is always- as many as possible to create a memorable experience for your guests.

Your guests can collect their illustrations once complete, or we can create a special reveal moment on the day where everyone can receive their portrait together.

Will you have time to illustrate all our guests?

I aim to illustrate as many guests as I can possibility fit in your time frame. You are welcome to add on studio time too for larger guest lists, and I can illustrate after the event! I highly recommend adding studio time to avoid disappointment,

Do you offer Live scribing/Graphic Recording?

Yes I do! I can bring my delicate and detailed style to add a touch of delight to your Business events in a variety of ways, creating beautiful, eye-catching yet practical artwork you can utilise within your business. We can arrange a bespoke license so you have everything you need to proceed, post event, with fun and delightful visuals created on the day.

Can we create a bespoke package? We can't see what we're looking for!

Whether that's custom papers, adding on studio time illustrations, additional licenses for artwork use, something more immersive, please reach out! I adore adding bespoke features to events, please do share your ideas and let's see if we can make it happen!

ILLUSTRATION & DESIGN