ARTSY BLOG By Candy Ng

There's a thousand things to plan for your wedding, venue, photographers, florist, photobooth, content creator, etc, but is wedding guest illustration really worth it?!

Depends on the artist you picked, the sketches might increase in price in the future, who knows :P 

I started my art journey while planning my own wedding, and now I bring that same passion to yours! As a live illustrator, I capture guests in elegant, fashion-inspired sketches as wedding favours. With years of experience at luxury and corporate events, my process is seamless, friendly and designed to elevate your wedding. Based on my experience, I would love to offer some insights on picking your best suited wedding illustrator! 

Live Wedding Experiences that NO ONE will forget

Your wedding should be as unique as your love story. Surprise your guests with live, interactive artistry, something they’ve NEVER seen before and will talk about for years to come.

🎙️Exciting news! I was interviewed on SBS Mandarin for the second time, sharing my art journey. This time, I spoke in Mandarin! Skip the blog and listen here

"I’ll never forget the little girl, Sofia, who once sketched me at an event while I was sketching her. It was a simple cute sketch, but the moment I received it, I felt special and appreciated. That feeling has stayed with me ever since."

People might not always remember what you said, but they will always remember how you made them feel.

Planning an event is all about making it special for everyone who attends. Whether it’s a brand activation, a corporate event or weddings. It’s those unique touches that make people walk away saying, “Oh my GOSHH, that was amazing.” "That's so clever!" That’s where a live illustrator comes in.

Leaving the STABILITY of a corporate job to pursue art full-time was QUITE A JOURNEY. 

Here’s how I took the leap (twice!) and what I’ve learned along the way.

My story of quitting since 4 years ago... and the money side of things...

Australian Best Wedding Favours! Live wedding illustration is a 2025 trend that’s the most thoughtful and unforgettable. Imagine this: your loved ones, all dressed to impressed, arrived your dream wedding venue, found out a professional artist is going draw them so they have a personalised gift to bring home after the wedding...

I have a few "pinch me" moments in my art business:

1. First Live Illustration Event for Prada
2. Travelled Interstate to Adelaide...for Work!
3. SBS Melbourne Interview

“WHAT WILL IT LOOKS LIKE IF I HAVE AN ART STUDIO?” It's a thought that constantly crosses my mind, the excitement of having a creative space outside of home, a place that solely for making art. It's something I've always wanted to try but haven't had the chance yet. 

A Melbourne live event illustrator spent 3 days 2 nights in Bendigo to celebrate her birthday. Along the trip, she sketched some scenes. If you're interested in discovering what Bendigo is really like from the perspective of an artist, come along for the journey!