Multi-Award Winning

Luxury Live Wedding Painter

Your wedding deserves a truly unique and memorable touch that will WOW your guests and leave a lasting impression!

I’m Marcela Buckley, a live wedding painter based in Ireland, known for creating exceptionally accurate yet expressive paintings of the newlyweds during their wedding day, designed to become lifelong heirlooms.

My work combines artistic freedom with a level of likeness that couples consistently describe as second to none.

Recognised within the industry, I am proud to have received multiple awards, including Wedding Artist of the Year 2026 (WeddingsOnline), Wedding Related Service Supplier of the Year 2026 (WeddingSuppliers.ie), and Wedding Specialist of the Year 2024 (Let’s Talk Weddings).

My focus is simple - to create a piece that captures the essence of your special day, while offering an interactive experience where guests can contribute to the painting, making it even more personal and meaningful for years to come.

A Luxury Experience.

From the moment you enquire, every detail is handled with care and intention.

  • A pre-wedding consultation to design your painting

  • A seamless, professional and calm presence on the day

  • A live painting that draws guests in naturally

  • Careful studio refinement to bring the piece to its final form

Everything is designed to feel considered, relaxed, and truly special.

Availability

A limited number of weddings are taken on each year to allow for careful planning, live painting and studio time for each piece.

It is recommended to enquire 1-2 years prior to your wedding, particularly for peak season dates.

Investment & Packages

Each painting is a bespoke artwork, created with care on your wedding day and thoughtfully refined in the studio afterwards.

Pricing reflects:

  • Carefully planning and thoughtfully designing your painting

  • 8 hours of live painting at your wedding

  • Detailed studio refinement after the event

  • Years of experience in capturing likeness and atmosphere

  • The creation of a one-of-a-kind piece designed to last a lifetime

  • Additional fine art prints of your painting in exchange for a Google review

  • Final touches: varnishing, framing, Certificate of Authenticity and delivery within Ireland (international delivery may incur extra charges)

Classic Package

40x50cm canvas (16x20”) - €1,950 (inc. VAT)

Includes up to 20 hours of studio refinement

Signature Package

50x60cm canvas (20x24”) - €2,300 (inc. VAT)

Includes up to 30 hours of studio refinement

Luxury Package

60x75cm canvas (24x30”) - €2,900 (inc. VAT)

Includes up to 40 hours of studio refinement

Masterpiece Package

80x100cm canvas (31x39”) - €3,700 (inc. VAT)

Includes up to 50 hours of studio refinement

*Please note size references exclude framing. Frame adds 4cm to each size.

All prices include VAT at 13.5%.


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Trusted by Couples Across Ireland and Beyond

“Marcela is absolutely phenomenal at what she does. Her portraits are so lifelike and to witness the progress of our painting during the wedding reception was a sight to behold!”

— Rosemarie Burke

“If you’re considering Marcela, jump and book her QUICK, don’t miss out on an unforgettable experience your you and your guests, and a keepsake to hang in your home forever.”

— Suzi Connole

“Marcela’s live painting turned out to be one of our best investments and I was completely blown away by her professionalism, fantastic service and unbelievable talent.”

— Kate O’Sullivan

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A few weeks before your wedding, we have a pre-wedding call to plan your painting in detail, including the scene, composition, colour palette, poses, and any personal elements you would like included, such as pets or meaningful details. On the wedding day, I arrive 1–2 hours before guests to set up and begin painting the background as the guests arrive. Once the newlyweds arrive, I take them for a short exclusive photoshoot to capture reference images that I use throughout the day to ensure accuracy and detail in the painting. The piece is usually completed before the first dance, at which point I present the finished artwork to you, often alongside your photographer or videographer to capture the moment. After the wedding, I take the painting back to my studio for touch ups, adding fine detail, depth, and finishing touches to elevate the piece. Once complete, I send you photos for approval before it is varnished, framed in a white float frame, and delivered to you.

  • Yes. I am available for destination weddings. Travel costs (flights, accommodation, and local transport) are added separately, and I can provide a tailored quote based on your location and wedding plans.

  • I LOVE chatting with your guests. Guest interaction is a natural part of the experience and something I genuinely enjoy. I actually make the experience interactive by inviting guests to contribute small marks to the painting, allowing them to be a part of the creative process.

  • Yes, and these are some of my favourite bookings. Whether you are surprising your partner or gifting a live painting experience to a couple, I’m happy to coordinate everything discreetly to help keep it a surprise.

  • A €300 deposit and a signed contract are required to secure your wedding date. The remaining balance is due two weeks before the wedding. Flexible payment plans can also be arranged if needed.

  • Yes. Payment plans are available and can be tailored to suit your schedule. Just let me know what works best and we can arrange something flexible.

  • Yes. I also offer commissioned paintings created from professional photographs. This allows you to still have a bespoke artwork even if I am not available on your wedding day. Enquiries for commissions are welcome and quoted individually.

  • I use a combination of acrylic and water-mixable oil paints. Acrylic is used for the background due to its fast drying time and ability to build layers quickly during the live event. Water-mixable oils are used for the portraits, allowing for richer detail, depth, and a more refined, realistic finish.

  • The live painting is completed on your wedding day, typically before the first dance. Afterward, I complete detailed studio refinement, with the full process usually taking up to 4 months depending on the size and complexity of the piece.

  • Yes. I show you the completed live painting on the wedding day before I leave, and then again send you images after studio refinement for final approval before varnishing and framing.

  • I take on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every painting receives the time, care, and attention it deserves both on the day and in the studio.

  • Yes. Guests are often part of the experience through interaction and adding their own marks. I guide them through this process so there is no risk of the painting being ruined.