Live wedding painting in Italy : Anna & Russ Villa Bettoni in Lake Garda

Preserve your most cherished memories with a bespoke piece of fine art.

As a professional Live Wedding Painter, I capture the fleeting magic of your special day with elegance and precision. If you are looking for a timeless keepsake to display in your home, I also offer exclusive Atelier Commissions.

Whether through the fluid transparency of watercolor or the rich, textured depth of acrylic, I will transform your favorite photograph into an original painting, meticulously handcrafted in my studio in Cagliari.

Please complete the request form below to share your vision. I personally review every inquiry to ensure I can bring your story to life.

 

From €1000 with free wordlwide shipping with DHL Courier

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Live wedding painting in Italy : Anna & Russ Villa Bettoni in Lake Garda

Worldwide Shipping
Delivered safely via DHL Express, free of charge.

100% Made in Italy
Hand-painted with passion in my Cagliari atelier. 

Ready in 30 Days
Meticulously crafted and ready to ship.

Timelapse Included
A bespoke video of your painting’s creation.

Certified Original
Every piece comes with a signed Certificate.

Exclusive Artistry

As a premier live wedding painter in Italy, I believe your portrait should be a masterpiece. I accept only max 3 exclusive commissions per months to ensure that every brushstroke reflects the elegance of your destination wedding.

 

Atelier Commission – Acrylic (From photo)

Free worldwide shipping with DHL Courier (shipped rolled)<

from €1250

The Heirloom Collection

Canvas size: 40×60 cm
approx. 15.75 x 23.62 inches

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The Atmosphere Collection

50×70 cm
approx. 19.68×27.56 inches

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The Gallery 
Collection

Canvas size: 60×70 cm
approx. 23.62 × 27.56 inches

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The Master Collection

Canvas size: 100x70cm
approx. 27,5591×39,3701 inches

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*shipped rolled

Square canvas sizes

The Muse Collection

Canvas size: 60×60 cm |
approx. 23.6 x 23.6
 inches

The Signature Collection

Canvas size: 70×70 cm
approx. 27,5591×27.56 inches

 

Atelier Commission – Watercolor (From photo)

Free worldwide shipping with DHL Courier (shipped rolled)

Cotton paper is cutted manually so size can change a little

From €1000

Viva L’Amore Experience

Paper size:29,7×42 cm 11.69 × 16.53 inches A3

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La Dolce Vita Collection

Paper size:38×57 cm 15×30 inches

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That’s Amore Collection

Canvas size: 57×77 cm 21×30 inches

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Studio Perfection

The Hybrid Method that sets your memories in art.

Unlike a traditional live wedding painter, my exclusive hybrid method guarantees gallery-standard details by refining your canvas in my Italian atelier after the event. This ensures that the spontaneous energy of your wedding is captured, while the final artwork reaches the highest level of sophistication and likeness.

1. Share Your Vision
Complete the request form below. You can view the pricing for each collection directly on this page.

2. Personal Consultation
Within 24 hours, I will personally contact you to discuss your favorite wedding photographs and the vision for your artwork.

3. Sketch Preview
I will create a preliminary pencil sketch of your painting. You will have the opportunity to review it: if you love the direction, we will proceed with the contract and payment. If not, you are free to walk away with no obligation.

4. Commissioning Your Piece
Once you approve the sketch, we will finalize the contract, and the full payment is processed. This secures your spot in my atelier schedule.

5. Creation & Worldwide Delivery
Your painting will be meticulously crafted and shipped within 30 days via DHL Express. Each artwork is sent rolled (unframed) to ensure safety during transit, and it arrives with a signed Certificate of Authenticity.

Bonus: You will receive a bespoke time-lapse video of your painting coming to life.

Refund & Quality Policy

As each piece is a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted commission, I do not offer refunds or returns once the project is underway. Your satisfaction is my priority, which is why the sketch approval process is in place. In the rare event that a package is lost in transit, I will recreate your painting at no additional cost.

Capturing the Soul of your Story

“Art has been my language since childhood. What began as a simple love for creativity has evolved into a lifelong dedication to preserving life’s most meaningful moments through fine art. Today, as a live wedding painter in Italy, my mission is to transform the fleeting magic of your celebration into a timeless masterpiece.

My Journey Over the years, my work has evolved from intricate studio illustrations to grand event canvases. I’ve discovered that painting live offers a unique, visceral way to capture the energy of a wedding—the light, the architecture, and the unspoken emotions. Whether I am working in a historic villa on Lake Como or a sun-drenched terrace in Santorini, I bring the same dedication to every brushstroke, blending the spontaneity of the moment with the refinement of a studio-finish artwork.

My Approach Having had the honor of painting at weddings across Italy and Europe, I understand that every love story has its own ‘vibe’. This is why I follow a selective and collaborative process. I don’t just paint what I see; I paint how the day feels.

I value the deep trust my clients place in me. To honor that trust, I commit to only a limited number of commissions each year, ensuring that I can dedicate my full creative energy to each canvas. It is a privilege to witness your most intimate moments and turn them into a legacy that you will display in your home and treasure for generations

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Had Maria at our wedding and she created a lovely and unique guest experience. Maria worked so hard and created so many amazing portraits that guests took home with them. Everyone loved it! Communication with Maria whilst booking and in the lead up to the wedding was amazing. She’s very responsive and helpful which is great. Very happy we had Maria at our wedding, she provided a unique service that I hadn’t see before at any other wedding. Thank you!
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Having Maria at our wedding was such a special touch. Guests couldn’t stop talking about how unique it was to have a live watercolor artist capturing everyone in their gowns and tuxes and it became one of the highlights of the night! People were lining up and thrilled to take home their own painted keepsake. Beyond her incredible talent, Maria was an absolute joy to work with. She was kind, professional, and effortlessly blended into the celebration. We’re so grateful she was part of our day and can’t recommend her enough to anyone looking to add something truly special and unforgettable to their wedding!
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Maria was wonderful at our wedding in Palermo, Sicily. The guests were so surprised to have a wonderful keepsake. She really did a beautiful job of depicting each of our guests in the short amount of time. Her services are a unique offering that really bring a wow factor to your wedding day!
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Maria is so talented! She has been painting from photos of our wedding and has really captured the intricate details of the Indian outfits! It is so fun to see the paintings because I immediately know which photo she painted from! She is working on several more paintings from our wedding and I can’t wait to see the end product! Incredibly talented and only wish we had found her sooner so we could have had her paint us live at our wedding!! I hope more people get as much joy from Maria’s paintings as we do!!
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Maria was absolutely amazing! She was extremely professional and all my guests loved their keepsake from the wedding! Such a fun way to capture the magic of your wedding day.
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The live portrait artist at our wedding was incredible! The watercolour portraits were a huge hit with our guests and added a unique touch to the day. Everyone loved taking home a beautiful, personal keepsake. Highly recommend!
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Maria was a joy to work with! She created a fully custom crest, invitation suite, menu, and welcome sign for my wedding. Having custom art really elevated my wedding and added an elegant touch! 10/10 recommend working with Maria, she's amazing!!
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Thank you so much 🥹💗 You were amazing and we really appreciate all your hard work getting so many done! Xx
We loved having you there with us, thank you so much!!!
What an absolute dream to have you. Our guests were in awe of your talent and have the most special favors to keep forever. Thank you so much for spending the day with us. Lily 12 October 2024 Tuscany
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I personally review every inquiry to ensure I can capture your special moment with the attention it deserves. Please fill out the form below to share your request.

Once you submit your details, I will get back to you within 24 hours. Please do not worry about sending your photos just yet—I will personally request the best images once we have connected and confirmed the details of your commission.

I look forward to telling your love story.

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