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About this vendor

Based out of Barrington, Rhode Island, Live Wedding Painting by Mark provides professional oil paintings crafted at your wedding event. Company owner and artist Mark DeSilva has a degree in art and oil painting from Rhode Island College. His artistic influences include Monet, Mattise, and Sargent. Mark first began capturing special occasions on canvas in 2009 and has artfully depicted the joyful celebrations of hundreds of couples since then.

Services Offered

Live Wedding Painting by Mark can add a unique and interactive element to your reception event. While you and your guests enjoy your day, Mark will set up nearby and can fill several canvases with beautiful oil paintings of your celebration. Mark enjoys discussing his methods with interested guests as he works. The final product is a stunning depiction of the essence of your occasion which can be displayed with pride for years to come.

Features

Veteran-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 17 years in business

  • We speak Chinese and English

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FAQ

How would you categorize your product offerings?

Custom
Personalized

What services do you provide?

Design
Printing
Shipping

What items are available?

Hangers
Home Improvement
Photo Favors
Registry

What is the average turnaround time, from initial contact to shipment?

1 Month+

Are you able to meet clients in person to showcase your product?

Yes

Is there a minimum order requirement?

No

What is your return policy?

Final Sale
Exchanges

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Reviews of Live Wedding Painting by Mark

Emily
Emily Sent on 10/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience

I booked Mark as a live painter for my wedding. Booking was super easy and contract was clear. Mark and Anna are extremely reliable and kind people. This was the one vendor I did not have to worry about showing up on our big day. Our painting came out beautiful and added such a unique twist to our wedding day. After the wedding, Mark follows up with you to discuss any features you would like to add to your painting and is very accommodating. He even added in our dog into the painting, who was at the wedding, but not in the shot that we chose for him to paint. To top it off, Mark and Anna were able to drop off our painting to our home while they were passing by on a trip with their children. Great experience- look no further!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 06/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Live Wedding Painter - April 2024

My husband and I have an appreciation for art. When we saw Mark’s work on Instagram (@WeddingPainter), we knew we had to have him capture our first dance at our wedding. Working with Mark is straightforward and seamless. His skills are unmatched and he brings a ton of flexibility to his artwork.

Mark creates an amazing wedding experience for all. Mark set up his station near the open bar, perfectly placed to entertain our guest’s curiosities and questions during cocktail hour and throughout the wedding reception.

Mark blends right in with the venue, taking photos of key family members to incorporate into his end product. He completes most of the painting during the event, then takes it back to his studio to complete the final touches. During this time, he communicates frequently with updates to ensure the painting captured what we envisioned. When the painting was complete, we met up with him in person. In addition, we used a picture of the painting as a thank you card for our guests.
TuAnh
Tuanh Sent on 02/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding decision!

My husband and I always wanted a live painter for our wedding and we were a bit picky when we were looking at different vendors. But we immediately loved Mark's work and were so happy we went with him! He was lovely to work with before/during/after the big day and even delivered the final painting to us because he happened to be in town. Mark even added our pets to the picture so it's like they were there with us. If any couple were looking for a wedding painter, I'd highly recommend working with Mark -- you won't regret it!
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Alyssa Sent on 11/30/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking art work

We hired Mark for our wedding and it was one of the best decisions. He showed up on time, was professional, and created a live wedding experience that our guests loved. He was friendly, talkative, and you can tell he loves what he does. He was able to incorporate our dog into our portrait as well! Thanks Mark!
Dhalia
Dhalia Sent on 04/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Truly amazing

Amazing is truly an understatement. Our painting is more than we could have ever imagined !! I had to reschedule my wedding three times and I truly lucked out that Anna and Mark were able to accommodate. They had Great communication skills and always followed up. We knew that we wanted to have mark the second we saw his work. He is beyond talented. Our painting is truly stunning , the detail is unreal and overall it’s so beautiful. Our whole bridal party is in the painting too which makes it even more special. If you’re looking for a wedding painter , look no further . Mark is it !!! He’s professional , talented, hardworking , fun and wonderful to work with !!! He even went out of his way to touch something up for us in his car ! We are forever grateful !
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Tina Sent on 10/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing !!

Mark painted for my daughter’s wedding. We loved what he did so much, we asked him to paint at our sons wedding 7 weeks later. We highly recommend him!!! You and your guests won’t be disappointed!!! Tina and Brian Trainor
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Ali Sent on 08/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Philadelphia Wedding

Mark created an incredible painting for our wedding and we are truly thrilled with his work. Would happily suggest him to other couples!
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Courtney Sent on 05/22/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding decision!

We LOVE our wedding painting by Mark! One of the best decisions we made.
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Abs Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing painting!

W hired Mark for the live painting at our reception in August 2019! We are so happy with the painting Mark has created for us and our family. It really captured the best moment of the night. The detail in each person and background is incredible! He is a gifted and talented artist and we were so delighted to have the opportunity to work with him. One of the best decisions we made planning the wedding. We definitely will be requesting his services in the future and recommend his work to anybody in the search of a talented live painter.
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 01/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best part!

This was one of the best decisions we made while planning our wedding - it was a gift and a show all in one! Mark did a fantastic job not only capturing our first dance moment, but also day of on our wedding day he chatted with guests who were so interested in this live painting! Mark was so awesome afterwards as well checking in with us and sending us photo updates of how the painting was finishing up. Can't wait to hang this! LOVE!!!!"
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Business Manager

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