Angelis Vaca Art

I’ve always wanted a live painter at my wedding, but didn’t know if I would ever be able to fit it in my budget when the time came around. When I got engaged, the first thing I did was start my research to find a live painter and see if I can make my dream come true. They all looked amazing, but were either way too expensive, or childish looking. I found ArtViva Events by accident and looked through her page to expect the same thing as the rest of the painters I’ve seen, but I was so wrong. I booked her immediately and it was the BEST decision I’ve ever made. She was so responsive, so professional, and so calm and friendly. I felt so comfortable with her and I couldn’t wait for the big day. Now, 5 months after my big day, my painting is hanging in my living room and me and my husband stare at it every. Single. Day. From the details on my dress, to the smile lines on my face, she captured EVERYTHING in the painting. From the careful attention to detail, to the cleanliness, to the extreme intricacy, everything is just PERFECT. I could not be happier with who I chose for this special part of my wedding day.
It literally looks like a picture and it’s so hard to believe that someone was able to create such detail and definition with paint. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone and everyone that’s getting married.
This wasn’t just a purchase, it was a memory and an experience.

All we can say is WOW WOW WOW! Angelis was our live portrait artist for our wedding and painted the most exquisite, jaw dropping piece of us as a newly married couple on the day of our wedding. She made the process so easy and honestly very fun; Angelis arrived early and took some shots of the two of us all dressed up before the ceremony, and allowed us to pick which photo we wanted to be painted offering her guidance and suggestions when we asked. The photo we liked the best, my husband was blinking and I had special blue heels that I wanted to show in the photo that didn't get captured. Because she is so talented, she was able to take features like my blue shoes & my husband with his eyes open from different photos and paint them onto the one we chose. She essentially perfected the picture and made it exactly what we wanted to be! Not only that, but it was incredible entertainment for our guests. You can't help but to stop and look at how beautiful the painting is. At the end of the night, I literally teared up at how gorgeous the result was and we haven't even seen the final portrait yet! We know it will be so beautiful and such an incredible keepsake that we can look at forever. Thank you Angelis for creating such a perfect piece of art for us! We will 100% use her again for future events.

I have been trying to think of what to write for Angelis, and I have come up with absolutely nothing that is adequate to describe the magic she brought to our wedding. I knew very early on I wanted a live wedding painter, and I did a lot of research for pricing and style. I love painting myself, and our wedding song was "The Painter" by Cody Johnson, so a live painter seemed like a no brainer. Angelis was magical; I don't know how else to describe what she accomplished. She was so kind and interactive with our guests when they went up to her, so accommodating, and genuinely a joy to have at our reception. I was just in awe of what she accomplished at the reception, and I am beyond excited to see the final piece when it is done. If you are considering booking Angelis, do it. Don't wait; you'll regret it if she books your date before you get a chance to book her! She is an incredible artist and such a joy to work with. She is worth every single penny.

We couldn’t have asked for a more incredible experience with our wedding painter, Angelis. From start to finish, she captured the spirit, emotion, and beauty of our day in a way that truly took our breath away. Watching the painting come to life during the reception was such a unique and special experience—not just for us, but for our guests as well.

Her attention to detail, use of color, and ability to reflect the atmosphere of the moment were simply outstanding. Every brushstroke felt intentional and full of meaning. What she created wasn’t just a painting—it was a timeless piece of art that perfectly tells the story of our wedding day.

Angelis was also an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, kind, and seamlessly blending into the day while still engaging with guests who were fascinated by her process. So many people are still talking about how special it was!

We will treasure this painting forever, and we are beyond grateful for the care and talent she put into creating it. If you’re considering a wedding painter, we truly cannot recommend Angelis highly enough.

Angelis did the most beautiful painting for us. It was an amazing addition to our wedding day and we got so many compliments from guests. I have always wanted to have a live painter at my wedding and Angelis could not have been kinder. She truly made the day even more magical with her positive energy and wonderful talent.

We cannot thank Angelis enough! We are still absolutely amazed by your artistry. She captured the most beautiful painting of us on our wedding day — a piece we will treasure forever. Watching her work live was such a special part of our celebration, and the final result exceeded anything we could have imagined. We are beyond grateful for her talent and the care she put into every detail. Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts! Our guests were amazed as were we!

Hiring our live painter was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the moment she arrived, her presence was calm, professional, and full of positive energy — and then the magic began.

Watching her paint live was truly mesmerizing. Guests could not stop talking about her talent, and people were constantly walking over just to watch the artwork come to life. She captured not just how the moment looked, but how it felt — the emotion, the movement, the love, and the atmosphere of the room. It was honestly breathtaking.

The final painting absolutely exceeded every expectation. The detail, the colors, the emotion — everything was flawless. It’s more than just a painting; it’s a forever keepsake that tells a story and brings us right back to that special moment every time we look at it.

She is incredibly gifted, patient, and thoughtful, and you can tell how much love she pours into her work. Our guests are still talking about her, and we’ve had so many people ask for her information after seeing the finished piece.

If you are even considering a live painter for your event — do it. And hire her. You will not regret it. Phenomenal talent, beautiful soul, and an unforgettable experience. We are beyond grateful!!!

I could not recommend Artviva more!! The entire process leading up to the wedding was seamless. The day of, Angelis made sure we had so much fun, many options to choose from, and a vision we were confident and comfortable with. Throughout the reception we saw the painting come to life, and the everyone who saw it was absolutely floored. When we received our painting it was better than we could have ever imagined. It is a piece we will treasure forever and are so grateful for Angelis’ beautiful work!!

Highly recommend Angelis as a live wedding painter. She captured our Indian wedding so well and I appreciated her sending examples of her work drawing other South Asians ahead of time. Everyone loved watching her in action at the wedding. It took a little on the longer side to get the final painting in the end but 100% worth it!

This is the second painting I have had done by Angelis. My son got married last year and after seeing how great his turned out there was no doubt I wanted Angelis to also do my daughters who was married on Oct 12th. All I can say is if you are looking for a wedding painter look no further! When I say she is the best she really is the best! All of our guests at the wedding were in awe of her talent! She truly is amazing and so sweet and so easy to deal with. I recommend Angelis very highly and cannot wait to see the finished product of my daughter’s painting.