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ABOUT

Katie Collins

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Hello there and thank you for choosing to come to my website to learn more. Read on to learn more about my passion and purpose as a live wedding painter.

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Live Wedding Painter

When a couple believed in me more than I believed in myself, an unexpected opportunity came my way. My journey started with a lot of prayer and soul-searching as my desire to pursue painting for a living began. I took any opportunity that came my way and after several failed ideas a magical day arrived. While painting at an art festival I was approached by a couple who were getting married at a local wedding venue. They asked me if I'd heard of wedding painting (which I hadn’t) and if I could paint at their wedding. I wasn't convinced this was for me, however I went home and thought about it and after doing some research online and a few discussions with this lovely couple, they booked me.

 

My first wedding was rather nerve-racking, but this whole process created a spark in me that would suit my sociable personality and fulfill my artistic desires. I also absolutely loved being at the wedding and doing something so rewarding. The second wedding came two weeks later at which point I updated my website with wedding painting. In my first year I was already at 10 painting bookings and to my surprise the following year I booked 30 and the rest is history.

As time went on guest portraits were becoming a new service in the wedding world and after turning several inquiries away, this soon became a new offering. I quickly learned this is not a one-man show, and the team began to grow. We came together so organically, with each artist approaching me with a desire to be a part of it, although this was not in the original plan my love for people won and I couldn’t be happier. I am so proud of the close-knit team of 6 we are, each treating each other with care and respect. Additionally, my daughter has become a part of the business and photographs guests ready to be painted by the artists, which has been a wonderful experience.

If you see your day itself as worth investing in beyond the standard vendor checklist and you care enough about your guests to give them something that lasts, guest portraits are the way to go.

We blend perfectly with the emotional texture of your day with calm, magical, and seamless entertainment, not just another vendor providing a product. Couples continue to be delighted by the genuine and entertaining experience of watching their family and friends gather around, excited to receive their portrait or watch the wedding painting emerge.

With our attentive and unobtrusive creativity, we pride ourselves on capturing tiny personal detail, setting us apart in the industry. The live painting experience is always a hit.

Our mission is "Giving back, people over profit" We support several charities and organizations, with a portion of the proceeds going beyond the portrait.  Many people’s lives are changed from your bookings.

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Meet

Collins

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Katie

​How to Book

 

Say hello and fill out a contact form to see if we're a fit. With our team of 6 painters we are thrilled to be able to accommodate more than one wedding or corporate event per day.

 

What to expect

 

You will hear from us within 2 business days but probably within a few hours and we will be here to chat and bring your vision to life. 

When you hire our team for your Live Painting services you can feel safe knowing we are here to create your own magical moments that you will enjoy for years to come.

CHARITIES KATIE DONATES TO

Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) 

An alliance of nonprofit service providers, grassroots advocacy groups and activists dedicated to providing human services and human rights advocacy to victims of modern-day slavery.

People that are mentioned within the news that need dire help

People who are mentioned in news stories that need donations and are in need of assistance.

Sandy Hook Promise

Honors all victims of gun violence by turning our tragedy into a moment of transformation by providing programs and practices that protect children and prevent the senseless, tragic loss of life.

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Wish Upon a Wedding

Wish Upon a Wedding fulfills the dreams of couples facing terminal illness or life-altering health conditions by gifting them with unforgettable weddings or vow renewals.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS & SHOWS

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

SHOWS

Member of the Portrait Society of America

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Artist for Winter Park Wedding Chapel & Winter Park Wedding Company

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Featured artist in a series of short documentaries “The Power of Creativity,” chosen for NYC Indie Theatre Film Festival

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Orlando Voyager Publication

 

Watermark Homeschool Art Teacher

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Work displayed all year at Ancient Olive - Park Avenue, Winter Park

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Crealde School of Art - Promoted to Studio Artist - May 2021

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Featured Artist in JJ Art and Design Productions Podcast

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Crealde Student Show June 8 - Aug 31, 2019

Gregg Krutz Workshop January 25 -27, 2019

Emerge Fellowship Show May 10 - Aug 3, 2019

Crealde Student Show June 7 - Aug 31, 2019

University Womens Club Winter Park July 7- August 7, 2019

Michael Story Workshop December 14 and 15, 2019

Women In The Arts Orlando Public Library January 2020

Orlando Museum of Art 1st Thursday Feminine Vision March 5, 2020

Orlando Museum of Art November: Architecture theme November 2020
Crealde Student Show July - September 2020

Oseola Art Show Creativ February 26 - March 26, 2021

Greenpoint Gallery Competition  April 2021

Quantum Leap Wine Label Competition & Show

Crealde School of Art Fellows Show  May 2021

Crealde and Jmclaughlin Plein Air Fundraiser May 2021
Crealde Student Show June 2021
Orlando Museum of Art 1st Thursday Show August 2021
Credo Conduit and Coffee Show August 2021 

My Best Friend Show Artscape October 2021

Faith Arts Village Orlando

Crealde Student Show June 24 - August 27, 2022

Oseola Arts Crealde Student and Faculty Show April 7 - May 22, 2022 

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