Pink handwritten text reading 'Kelsey Limartz' on a black background.

LIVE WEDDING ILLUSTRATION

Across Charleston and Beyond

This is your Rom Com, and

you are the main character… The Bride.

INQUIRE

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CORPORATE EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST

It's finally your turn to wear the white gown, and every good RomCom deserves a great supporting cast (and a fabulous illustrator in the corner, markers in hand).

From drawing at brand activations for Neiman Marcus and Adobe to your biggest night, my live illustration are tested at the top. I sketch hand-drawn guest portraits in real time, right in the middle of your most glamorous party, serving Charleston and beyond.

Because your love story isn't boring, so your wedding art shouldn't be either.

This isn't your average wedding favor. It's the keepsake your guests will actually frame, brag about, and keep for years. Every illustration in my signature style captures more than a face, it captures the joy, the energy, the feeling of being there.

You're the main character today. But when I draw your guests, they get to feel like one too.

Let's make this the best day ever.

WHAT DO KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ILLUSTRATIONS INVOLVE?

  • ARTIST KELSEY LINNARTZ GUEST ILLUSTRATION CHARLESTON EVENTS

    CREATIVE DIRECTION

    Kelsey’s calming and fun presence as your live illustrator means you and your guests get the best possible experience. Your guests will feel confident and inspired while being illustrated.

  • WEDDING ARTIST CHARLESTON - KELSEY LINNARTZ

    GUEST KEEPSAKES

    Guest illustrations are a special personalized keepsake. The party favor they will cherish for years to come.

  • KELSEY LINNARTZ ARTIST CHARLESTON

    GUEST ENGAGEMENT

    You get to relax and trust me to engage your attendees in their live illustration, so they feel excited watching me in action as their portrait takes shape and they get to watch and enjoy the process of seeing themselves turn into art.

  • KELSEY LINNARTZ LUXURY EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST

    COLLABORATION

    Kelsey works with you to create your dream event illustration experience every step of the way.

  • KELSEY LINNARTZ ARTIST CHARLESTON

    CUSTOMIZATION

    Each person gets a unique experience that reflects how you want your celebration to be remembered: joyful, fun, and memorable. Complete with custom papers, colorful markers, and signature details to make your guests smile when they see each drawing.

  • KELSEY LINNARTZ ARTIST EVENTS CHARLESTON

    SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT

    Know that I'll capture all the content of the illustrations as your guests enjoy the creative process and their personalized portraits.

BOOK KELSEY FOR YOUR WEDDING

Trusted Event Artist by your favorite brands:

CORPORATE EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST
CORPORATE EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST
CORPORATE EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST
CORPORATE EVENT ARTIST - LIVE ILLUSTRATION ARTIST CHARLESTON KELSEY LINNARTZ LIVE EVENT ARTIST WEDDING ARTIST

& MORE…

A wedding sign featuring a cartoon illustration of a couple, Rusty and Olivia, surrounded by pink and white flowers.
A man and woman smiling and posing together at a party, holding a drawing of themselves. The man has short dark hair, a beard, and is wearing a maroon blazer with a white shirt. The woman has shoulder-length light brown hair with blonde highlights an
A woman with long wavy brown hair smiling and holding a caricature sketch of herself inside a clear plastic sleeve. She is wearing a sleeveless yellow dress and gold jewelry, standing in a sunlit indoor or patio setting with plants and a table set fo
A woman and a man at a celebration, the woman holding a drawing of the pair with hearts around them and the word "Redding" and "Allison." The woman is wearing a pink dress and the man is in a black suit with glasses. They are in a venue with red curt
Two women smiling, holding colorful drawings of women with their names, Katie and Aditi, written on them, in front of a red curtain at an event.
A hand holding a cartoon illustration of a woman with brown, wavy hair, wearing earrings, and sticking out her tongue, on a bridal shower card with lemon decorations. The card has the inscription "Taylor's Bridal Shower" at the top, the name "Ariane"
A happy man and woman at a celebration, the man is holding a caricature drawing of both of them. The background features a chandelier and a decorated outdoor setting at night.
Caricature drawing of a man and woman with handwritten names 'Kenny' and 'Grace' at the top, surrounded by stars and decorative elements. The man is smiling, wearing a light-colored shirt, and has short hair. The woman has long hair, lips painted pin

What The Luxury Event Planners Are Saying:

  • “Working with Kelsey was a great experience from start to finish. Her presence made the event feel truly personalized, giving it a special touch you can't get otherwise. Your guests will walk away with a keepsake of their own to take home, a memory of the event they'll actually keep."

    — Rafanelli Events

  • “Kelsey is such a joyful and creative being. We've had the pleasure of working with her many times now over the years (a baby shower and wedding shower, venue event design for day of, custom wedding menus, to name a few!) She is always professional and on the day of, shows up with the best energy. She makes your guests feel welcome and always excites them by her joyful and creative artwork. She is someone you can count on, and you know your guests will be so happy with her work!!”

    — Rachel Behar Events

  • “Kelsey and her talents were the perfect touch to our post-holiday party! She was absolutely fabulous to work with, and it really made the party extra special for all the guests. Everyone loved how easy it was to simply get their picture taken and then walk out with a beautiful hand drawn portrait in a matter of minutes! I'd recommend booking Kelsey time and time again if you want to add a fun experience that will take your event to the next level.”

    — The Berman Group PR

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS:

  • Live wedding illustration is a unique form of wedding entertainment where a professional artist creates portraits of your guests or special moments during the celebration. As a Charleston live wedding illustrator, I sketch illustrations during your reception so guests can take home a personalized artwork from your day.

  • My illustration style is playful and fun, typically focusing on facial features and capturing the expressions with markers and adding signature rhinestones or pearls for earrings so guests recognize themselves in the artwork. Each illustration is designed to be a timeless keepsake.

  • I bring energy, warmth, and genuine talent to every wedding I'm part of. My goal is always to make your guests feel seen and beautiful. Combining playful, high-quality artwork with a fun, engaging presence that becomes part of your day's entertainment. Couples often tell me I don't just add art to their wedding, I add to the atmosphere. You can expect someone reliable, easy to communicate with, and just as invested in making your day feel special and fun as you are.

  • The number of guest portraits depends on your package and the length of the reception. On average, I can create around 15-17 illustrations per hour depending on the level of detail.

    For additional cost, If you are interested in additional illustrations for every guest to be drawn, portraits not completed at the event can be completed + shipped to you afterwards.

  • Yes. Each guest portrait is created as a personalized keepsake that guests can take home on the night. Many couples love this because it doubles as both wedding entertainment and a meaningful wedding favor that your guest will want to keep forever.

  • Absolutely, and it's actually where I start. As soon as I arrive, one of the first things I do is illustrate the couple together on an 8x10" paper, ready to show your guests at the table. I put extra love into this one,  it's bigger, more detailed, and done entirely in my signature style, so it's something you'll want to frame.

  • Of course! Included in most packages. For paper we can include your names, date and venue, a border in your colors, any special icons or doodles might want. I love making the paper custom to share your love story.

  • I'm based in Charleston, South Carolina, and illustrate weddings throughout the Lowcountry and across the region, including Kiawah Island, Hilton Head, Savannah, Beaufort, and Columbia, as well as destination weddings nationwide. Travel can be arranged depending on your event location.

  • Live wedding illustration in Charleston typically ranges from $1,200 to $6,000 depending on the illustrator, hours, and package. For my services, the average investment begins around $2,500 for a 150 guest event, but may be less or more depending on event details, such as guest count, hours needed, package options, travel requirements, etc. For the most accurate quote for your wedding, Please complete the inquiry form.

  • Yes! In addition to live event illustration, I'm happy to design custom signage and menus to complement your wedding decor. These pieces are created in advance and available as an add-on to your event package.

  • Yes. I also draw live illustrations at bridal showers, luncheons and baby showers. I would love to draw your bridal party as a special “be my bridesmaid” gift, or a bachelorette gift for your guests, these can be drawn from photos and mailed to you.

    In addition to weddings, I also provide live illustration for luxury brand activations, corporate events, and private celebrations.

    A few of my clients include: Neiman Marcus, Microsoft, Adobe, Coach, Staud, Golden Goose, Toyota and more.

  • Absolutely! I love getting to know you, so I am happy to hop on a call or Zoom to ensure we're the perfect fit and that our ideas align. After all, this is the biggest day of your life, and you want the right one. Planning a wedding is a big deal, and I want you to feel 100% confident in your decision.

LET’S CREATE LASTING MEMORIES

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LET’S CREATE LASTING MEMORIES *

Because celebrating your love should feel like an experience, not just an event. Every portrait captures more than a face with markers, it captures the energy, the joy, the feeling of being there. Let me help make your day memorable and meaningful.

GET YOUR QUOTE TODAY
A man in a suit and a woman in a floral dress holding a drawing of themselves at an outdoor event during nighttime with string lights in the background.
Two women smiling and holding illustrated cards, standing in front of a curtain with pastel colors.
A woman with curly hair in a strapless red dress holding a glass of drink and a drawing of herself at a festive party.
A smiling woman with long blonde hair in a pink floral dress standing next to a smiling man in a black suit jacket and white shirt, holding a caricature drawing of themselves at a social event, with other guests and chandeliers visible in the backgro
A smiling woman in an elegant dress holding a drawing of herself and a man, next to a smiling man in a tuxedo with a boutonniere, in a decorated room with ornate white walls and a mirror.
A floral centerpiece with pink, peach, white, and cream-colored flowers in a glass vase. In the foreground, there is a drawing of a woman's face with pearl earrings, blonde hair, and a green top, on a pink card that appears to be a party or celebrati
A woman smiling and holding a colorful illustration of herself with the name 'Reese' written on it. She is at an outdoor event with pink and red drapery, surrounded by other people in evening attire.
A caricature drawing of a man and a woman, labeled Bryant and Beth, surrounded by decorative floral and leaf accents, with the artist's signature @LinnAsty.