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Event Painting by Katherine

Event Painting by Katherine

Brooklyn, NY
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    WOW is Katherine talented!

    Katherine is so sweet and INCREDIBLY talented! We had her as a live painter at our September 2024 wedding at Perona Farms and her painting exceeded all expectations. Words can't express how grateful we are to have such a beautiful, sentimental moment captured for us to hang in our house for many years to come. And not to mention how entertaining it was for us and our guests to watch her progress throughout the night! If you're lucky enough to have Katherine available, BOOK HER!
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    Diana R. Sent on 06/30/2024
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    Mother of the Bride couldn't be happier!

    We wanted to have a unique, special detail for my daughter's recent black tie wedding. We found Katherine Gressel's website, and are thrilled with our decision to hire her to create a live painting for the event. Our guests were surprised and impressed. Katherine was extremely professional. She arrived early, as planned, and began painting the background scene, so there was something awaiting the attendees when they entered the reception. My daughter and her fiancé asked Katherine to paint their first dance, which proved to be an excellent choice. As the evening progressed, so did Katherine's painting. By the end of the event, we had a happy bride and groom, in full dance mode, in the painting. Katherine is now painting key family members, selected by the bride and groom, into the scene. We can't wait to see the final painting. Our guests, too, are anxious to see the finished product. I can't recommend Katherine more highly to anyone looking for a very special "add on" to one of life's most important events.

    I look forward to updating this review with a photo, when the painting is completed!
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    Alexandra R. Sent on 08/18/2024
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    Entertaining and super special momento!

    Katherine captured our wedding beautifully in her painting and our guests loved watching her throughout the night. She was responsive to our questions and delivered a beautiful painting we will treasure. Her creativity and service will add so much to your reception and we have no reservations recommending her wholeheartedly!
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    Melody W. Sent on 05/01/2024
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    Professionalism and perfection at its best.

    Katherine was professional and responsive from the start to finish of our event. She was quick to respond to questions and open to our requests about the painting. She worked with our venue to make sure that everything was to our specifications.

    Since this was a surprise wedding gift for our son and daughter in law, she had to work outside the box to keep the secret.

    Watching her work her magic at the wedding was incredible. Our guests were amazed. Katherine was open and friendly and answered any questions asked while she continue to make the painting come to life before our eyes.

    Her work was realistic, and her depiction of the bride and groom was so accurate. The picture conveyed the atmosphere of the event and portrayed the romantic scene.

    We would absolutely recommend Katherine to anyone looking for a live painter. You will not be disappointed.
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    Samantha C. Sent on 12/28/2023
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    Flawless and Priceless!

    Katherine was amazing from the day we first contacted her. She was so incredibly flexible and understanding. When we spoke on the phone the week of the wedding, she was able to understand the vision we were looking for. The day of the wedding, Katherine was so accommodating and made sure she got all the pictures and information she needed. The painting was a huge hit at the wedding. We cannot wait to see the finished product!!
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    Kelsey B. Sent on 12/26/2023
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    An amazing touch

    Katherine did an amazing job painting our wedding. She was kind and responsive. The guests loved her painting and experience !
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    Kaleigh Sent on 12/26/2023
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    Hire Katherine!

    I saw Katherine at one of my very good friends wedding & I knew I needed to have her at mine! She was one of the first vendors I reached out to once I got engaged! Her talent is unmatched & she is incredible!
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    Kaitlin R. Sent on 12/30/2023
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    Review of Painting Father-Daughter Dance

    We were fortunate to have Katherine as the wedding painter for our special day, and her talent left us in awe. She beautifully captured the essence of our father-daughter dance, transforming it into an everlasting memory on canvas.

    Katherine skillfully incorporated intricate details, painting not just the dance itself but also weaving in the delicate beauty of flowers, the ambiance, and, most notably, key family members. The inclusion of a departed loved one in her artwork was heartwarming and will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

    Working with Katherine was an absolute pleasure. She was not only a skilled artist but also incredibly easy to collaborate with. From the initial discussions about our vision to the final, she was attentive and understanding, ensuring that every detail was captured with precision.

    The live painting experience added an extraordinary touch to our celebration. Our guests were captivated, watching the masterpiece unfold throughout the night. The excitement in the air as they eagerly anticipated the final results created a unique and enchanting atmosphere.

    When we finally got the painting, we were utterly amazed at the stunning portrayal of our cherished moments. Katherine went above and beyond our expectations, creating a piece of art that now hangs prominently in my parents' home, a constant reminder of the beauty and joy of our wedding day.

    We wholeheartedly recommend Katherine to anyone seeking a talented artist who not only captures the visual elements but also the emotions and atmosphere of a special occasion. Her work is truly a masterpiece, and we are forever grateful for the lasting memories she created for us.
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    Megan H. Sent on 07/11/2023
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    Art to enjoy for a lifetime

    For ten years I have dreamed about having Katherine do a portrait during my wedding and it finally happened last week! Working with her was so easy and simple. She was professional and friendly throughout the whole process and all the guests at my wedding were excited to watch her work. She never seemed stressed or bothered by the crowds of people who would come watch her paint during mg wedding reception and make silly commentary about painting them into the picture. She is so unbelievably talented and I am absolutely beaming with joy to finally have her beautiful work hanging in our living room and capturing one of the most important and exciting days of our lives!
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    Emily Sent on 12/31/2023
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    Amazing Vendor!!

    Katherine was the best to work with. I love our wedding painting her work is beautiful and so detailed. We picked our venue because we fell in love with the architecture and chandelier Katherine did an amazing job incorporating all of our venue detail into this one painting. Our faces look so realistic and very detailed, everyone always compliments the painting when they see it.
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    Nicole C. Sent on 12/28/2023
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    Beautiful painting of First Dance at Wedding

    Katherine painted at my sister's wedding 5 years ago and every time I would see the beautiful work of art in my sister's living room I couldn't wait for my turn to have her also paint a beautiful scene from my wedding! Katherine painted our first dance and not only did she beautifully recreate that moment, but she also perfectly captured us, our family, the decor, centerpieces, and overall details in the room - just as we wanted! Katherine was a pleasure for us to work with before our wedding in ironing out all of the details and I would highly recommend her for your event! All of our guests loved watching Katherine's progress throughout the wedding and so many guests mentioned what a nice, unique, and special touch it was! The progress we were able to see that night was astonishing and the final product, which we recently picked up, is absolutely amazing and truly breathtaking! We loved having Katherine as a part of our special day and it is something we will always look at and cherish!
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    Kathleen S. Sent on 12/26/2023
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    The most unique addition to your wedding

    Katherine was an awesome and unique addition to our wedding. It offered “entertainment” for our guests to watch her paint and we have a keepsake forever with the beautiful painting she made.
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    Helen Sent on 12/26/2023
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    So talented

    I chose Katherine to paint my wedding after seeing her work (8 years ago!) at another wedding, and I marked her down as a “must have” for my wedding day. Katherine was so exceptional to work with - she was responsive, flexible, creative, and was such a unique part of my reception entertainment. The final product was incredible and she incorporated aspects of everything I wanted in the painting. She stayed until the very end of the night to finish the painting and it came out beautifully. I’m so excited to have this painting forever to commemorate the best day of our lives!
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    Gianna V. Sent on 12/29/2023
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    Breathtaking Painting!

    Katherine was AMAZING!!
    She captured our first dance so perfectly and all of our guests couldn't stop talking about how awesome it was to have her paint Live during our reception! She even presented the final portrait to us at breakfast the next morning. This is a beautiful keepsake that we will cherish forever!
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    Brittany E. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Remarkable

    Katherine is absolutely amazing. My guests were fascinated with her work while at the wedding and were floored when I sent them the end result. It is so intriguing to watch her paint it live. I’m so happy I have this painting to remember the memories from our wedding day.
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    Teresa G. Sent on 12/28/2022
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    wedding painter

    Katherine is an amazing painter and a pleasure to work with. She painted our first dance and it came out gorgeous! She really captured the moment all in one painting with every detail. We love it so much and recommend that everyone should have their wedding painted by her!
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    Brianne I. Sent on 12/30/2022
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    Magical Masterpiece

    Katherine was early, professional, reachable, reliable, and thorough. She took my painting after the wedding to finish the last touches of a beautiful masterpiece. She is truly talented and one of a kind. I have seen her do several live paintings, saw her talent firsthand and knew she had to be the one to do my wedding painting. She incorporated my late father which was the true inspiration of why I wanted this done. For any of you who can’t have their loved ones there, this is a beautiful forever piece that can include them from your day.
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    Ashleigh Sent on 12/21/2022
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    Best live painter!!

    Katherine is the best of the best! She painted for my sister and brother at their weddings so I just knew that she had to paint for mine! The painting came out GORGEOUS and she was accommodating throughout the whole process! I would recommend her over and over again!!
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    Maria K. Sent on 12/16/2022
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    Fantastic!!

    Katherine was absolutely amazing to work with. When we had to postpone our wedding my father passed away suddenly , she was so understanding and compassionate and we were so lucky to have chosen her. We were so thankful that she was still available when we rescheduled and the work she did on our live painting was absolutely stunning. She’s incredibly responsive and just an overall pleasure to work with!
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    Victoria M. Sent on 08/24/2022
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    The best of the best

    Katherine was incredible at our 3/26/22 wedding. Her work is breathtaking! We received so many compliments on what a wonderful addition to our wedding her live painting was. The results left us speechless. Katherine was so detailed when it came to planning as to make sure all aspects of our wants were covered. We even turned her artwork into some gorgeous thank you cards. We cant wait to hang our painting in our dinning room so we can always be reminded of our beautiful day. Thank you, Katherine! All our love, Victoria and Brandon Moore
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    Alexa B. Sent on 12/31/2020
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    Katherine Gressel Event Painting

    Katherine is an amazing artist!! We had her paint our first dance and are completely floored by how beautiful it came out. It was an incredible representation of our special moment and are so happy we have this painting forever. Our guests were amazed when they saw Katherine painting throughout the evening and we received so many compliments! If you are thinking about having an event painter, Katherine is THE best option!
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    Victoria G. Sent on 12/28/2022
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    Live Painting

    If you are planning to do a live painting at your wedding you must use Katherine!! She was so great to work with and the final painting is truly amazing. Our guests are still talking about how fun it was to watch the painting come together during our reception. The painting is now hanging in our home and is a reminder of our special day :)
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    Ross B. Sent on 12/21/2023
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    Wonderful Painting! So Thrilled!

    We are so thrilled with Katherine's work! She is just as professional and creative and she is talented. Our jaws absolutely dropped upon seeing our painting. We cannot wait to admire this in our home for the rest of our lives.
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    Abigail P. Sent on 12/29/2021
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    Highly recommend Katherine for your wedding painting!

    Katherine was a joy to work with! From the beginning inquiry to our clear and concise communication to the day of, Katherine was professional and detail oriented. She kept her distance, and was very respectful, due to the current state of large events, but our guests still loved watching her work all the same. Pickup was easy and no extra accommodations were needed in order for it to be convenient for both parties. I'm so happy we decided to hire Katherine for our wedding (extra funds due to a postponed wedding can sometimes be a good thing!) and highly recommend her and her beautiful work as a unique wedding vendor and lifelong keepsake.
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    Melissa C. Sent on 12/31/2021
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    The best live event painter!

    I found Katherine by chance on IG and was immediately blown away by her work. To say she is talented is an understatement. She was accommodating in allowing us to pay for her services via installment payments (which is extremely helpful when it comes to wedding planning) and easy to communicate with. My husband and I got married back in July and the weather was overcast that day. It did in fact rain and I was devastated because we really wanted an outdoor ceremony. Katherine had the brilliant idea of incorporating the outdoor ceremony space through windows in the actual indoor ceremony space. She did such a fantastic job and we were beyond thrilled with the outcome. Our guests also enjoyed watching her work and could not stop talking about how talented she is. Our painting now hangs in our living room and it was worth every penny. If you are looking to book her just do it! You will be beyond pleased with the outcome.