Live Illos – Live Illustrations

Live Illos – Live Illustrations

Hi, this is Ives from Live Illos. I provide high quality and real-time illustrations during weddings. I capture not just faces and outfits but also emotions. Each portrait is drawn with care and speed, then carefully finished and sealed to become a keepsake your guests will cherish for years to come.

Why couples choose me:
• Speedy yet detailed hand-drawn portraits
• A fun and engaging guest experience filled with smiles and giggles
• Custom illustrations as unique as your loved ones
• A thoughtful process with beautifully polished and timeless pieces

My illustration journey began when I was two, cutting up cushion covers to make collages and doodling all over my mum’s beautifully curated photo albums. Realising I needed a more suitable creative outlet, she signed me up for weekend drawing classes. I’ve since been classically trained for 15+ years.

Illustration has become my quiet companion through every stage of life. I sketched through school, made countless birthday cards for friends, completed an illustration placement, and later studied Design at RMIT. For the past 10 years, I’ve worked as an in-house designer, refining my craft and deepening my love for thoughtful, intentional arts.

I enjoy blending creativity with connection, making people feel seen and genuinely delighted through art. Today, I would like to bring that same energy to your wedding, offering a distinctive, personal touch that elevates your day into an unforgett

Based / Service Area

Melbourne

FAQ

How far in advance should you book me in for your wedding?

I recommend booking as soon as your wedding date and venue are confirmed. Popular dates can book out well in advance, especially during peak wedding season. Securing your booking early ensures my availability and gives us plenty of time to plan your live wedding illustration experience ahead of your big day!

How does live illustration work on the day?

On your wedding day, I’ll usually arrive earlier to set up a dedicated live wedding illustration station as discussed. Typically, guests will approach my station at their leisure during cocktail hour and canapés, where I’ll take a quick reference photo before beginning their illustration. Finished pieces are beautifully displayed at the table as a personalised wedding keepsake for guests to collect by the end of the wedding.

My goal is to ensure a smooth flow and enable more guests to be illustrated throughout the night!

How long does each portrait take?

It takes approximately 6-10 minutes per live guest portrait, depending on the complexity of the drawing and the number of people I am illustrating.

Can you customise the illustration template?

Absolutely! Templates can be fully tailored to the theme of your big day. This can include a custom logo, your initials, and your wedding date, whichever best reflects your celebration. If you already have a logo, it can be incorporated to seamlessly match the rest of your wedding stationery and styling details.

What makes Live Illo's offering unique?

Your guests aren’t just being illustrated, they’re being celebrated. Live Illos brings a personal touch to your day, offering your guests a meaningful and fun live wedding illustration experience and a keepsake that captures the magic of your big moment. 🩵 Backed by 15 years of classical training and 10+ years of design experience, you can feel confident knowing every detail is handled with care, where connection and craftsmanship are valued. My warm and bubbly presence will also help create a fun, relaxed and memorable guest experience.