Working with Hope was one of the BEST decisions we made for our wedding at Mountain Top Inn in Vermont in October 2021!! We were on the fence of having a live painting done, and now we have absolutely NO REGRETS!!! Hope is incredible at her craft; she knows exactly how to capture the moment that she is painting and bring it to life! Hope was a pleasure to work with before our wedding and during and even after; she is professional and genuine and kind and fully invested in her work. She is beyond talented!! Hope interviewed us as a couple, which really meant so much to us that she cared and was invested just as much as we were! And she listened to what our preferences were with regards to color and type of art that is appealing to us! At the wedding she was present but never distracting and all of our guests still comment on how unique it was to have her there!! She was a true asset to the day! We have the painting in our home and we get to look at it everyday, remembering the amazing event that was our wedding; and we have Hope to thank for that! Best decision ever! We cannot recommend Hope enough!!!

We were (and still remain) completely delighted with Hope and her beautiful work. Her presence and mastery of her talent was stunning to observe, and remains one of my favorite features of our daughter's wedding. Although she was purposefully off to the side, our guests could observe her throughout the evening. We were repeatedly told how intriguing, beautiful, and unique an experience Hope provided, as she engaged in the celebration in this way.

Presently, having two paintings of the event, I feel the wisdom of this investment in an even deeper way. Although we had wonderful photographers, Hope's paintings will be likely be the things that get treasured even more, and handed down through generations. Even now, the painting of 'First Dance as a Married Couple' is the first thing my Son-in-law shows people who come to visit their home, and he refers to it as "my favorite gift". We have it's sister painting (of our other two daughters, dancing with a niece) displayed in our home, and I find myself saying much the same thing.

What can't be communicated in photographs of the paintings themselves, although Hope's others, showcased on her website, are every bit as beautiful as the ones we own, is the beauty of Hope's very presence. She has a way of subtly moving onto the scene and becoming a part of the evolving Art. Poised and with grace, not detracting from The Bride and Groom in any way, she is obviously in love with the work, all the while. I sincerely believe you will fall in love with her work, as well.

Hope’s live painting is a wonderful and intriguing addition to the event activities. She brings beautiful images to life while you celebrate. Check in on her progress over the duration of the reception and see her paintings take shape!