Your wedding day is filled with moments that deserve more than photographs alone. From live painters capturing your ceremony as it unfolds to caricature artists creating keepsakes for your guests, wedding artists add a layer of creativity, entertainment, and meaning to your celebration.
We spotlight some of the most sought after wedding artists in South Africa, each offering something beautifully unique.
Live wedding painters
• Danielle Jordaan Studio
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Danielle Jordaan and her team are known for elegant live wedding paintings that capture key moments from ceremonies and receptions. Couples can choose whether they want their first kiss, vows, or first dance brought to life on canvas.
Instagram: @daniellejordaanstudio
Website: www.daniellejordaan.com
• Art by Sunel
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Specialising in watercolour live wedding paintings, Art by Sunel captures the softness and emotion of your day. Sunel also offers guest portraits that work beautifully as personalised wedding favours.
Based in Centurion, Gauteng
Instagram: @sunel_paintsweddings
Website: www.artbysunel.co.za
• The Wedding Painter SA
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Focused on live wedding and event painting, Karen transforms fleeting moments into lasting artworks that become meaningful home pieces long after the wedding day.
Instagram: @the_wedding_painter_sa
Website: www.liveweddingpaint.com
Caricature and portrait artists
• Cartoon portraits by Gary Carvalho
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Gary is a highly experienced caricature artist who creates quick, expressive portraits that entertain guests while offering a personalised keepsake. Ideal for cocktail hour or reception entertainment.
Instagram: @livecartoonportraits
Website: www.livecartoonportraits.com
• Ted Key Caricatures and illustration
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Ted offers a blend of live scene illustration and caricature portraits, capturing both atmosphere and personality. His work adds a creative, interactive element to weddings.
Instagram: @keycaricatures
Website: www.keycaricatures.com
• Besmitten Caricatures by Karina van der Walt
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Karina’s lively caricatures are full of personality and charm. Her work can be incorporated as guest entertainment or custom illustrated wedding keepsakes.
Instagram: @besmittencaricatures
Website: www.besmitten.co.za
• Martinus van Tee
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Known for his energetic and fast paced live caricature style, Martinus keeps guests engaged while producing fun, expressive artwork throughout the event.
Instagram: @martinusvantee
Website: www.martinusvantee.com
How to choose the right wedding artist
- Decide whether you want art as live entertainment, a keepsake for yourselves, or personalised favours for guests
Consider the artist’s style and how it complements your wedding aesthetic
Book early, especially for peak season dates
Think about placement during the day, such as cocktail hour or reception downtime
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Feature image: Danielle Jordaan/Facebook
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