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Live Wedding Painter Chicago l Kraneil Fine Art
Chicago's Live Wedding Painter & Guest Portraits!
Chicago, IL, Midwest & Destinations
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Komal was absolutely amazing!! She did such a beautiful job on my daughter and son-in-law's painting at their wedding! The guests all loved watching the process. She was so sweet and so professional; I'm so glad my daughter found her. It was such a great asset to their beautiful day. I would highly recommend Komal with Kraneil Fine Art!
If you're looking for a wedding detail that will absolutely wow your guests, hire Komal Wadha with Kraneil Fine Art.
From our very first video call, I knew she was the perfect fit for us. Komal is warm, thoughtful, and genuinely excited about bringing each couple's vision to life. She was wonderful to work with throughout the planning process and made every detail feel effortless.
On our wedding day, she brought an extra layer of excitement to the reception. Guests couldn't wait to have their photos taken and watch their sketches come to life. It was so much fun seeing people gather around her workspace, admiring works in progress and cheering each other on as each portrait was revealed. It became an experience in itself, not just another wedding favor.
The sketches are absolutely beautiful, but what makes them so special is that they're also deeply personal. Instead of taking home something that might end up in a drawer, our guests left with a custom piece of art that commemorates our wedding day. It's one of the most unique and memorable favors we've ever seen at a wedding.
Komal also worked with us to stamp our custom wedding logo on the back of every sketch, which made the keepsakes feel even more personal and tied everything together beautifully.
If you're considering live guest sketches, don't hesitate. Komal is an incredibly talented artist, a true professional, and such a joy to work with. Months and years from now, our guests will still have these beautiful pieces of art to remind them of a wonderful celebration, and that's something incredibly special. We can't recommend Kraneil Fine Art highly enough.
About this vendor
Komal Wadhwa
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Live Wedding Painter Chicago Kraneil Fine Art provides live wedding painting and watercolor guest portraits in Chicago, capturing the energy of your day in real-time.
As seen on NBC and WGN, artist Komal Wadhwa creates soulful canvases for clients in downtown Chicago and the Midwest. Based in Chicago, IL, I love traveling to paint live across Illinois, capturing memories at Iconic landmark locations including the Chicago Cultural Center, The Drake Oak Brook, The Armour House, The Geraghty, Ritz-Carlton Downtown, a skyline ceremony at the Adler Planetarium, rooftop views at Royal Sonesta Riverwalk or a romantic garden wedding at the Chicago Botanic Garden transforming your "must-have" moments into a museum-quality heirloom capturing in soulful and vibrant art.
Elevate your celebration with a one-of-a-kind interactive experience. Beyond traditional photography, Live Wedding Painting captures the energy, movement, and genuine emotion of your day in real-time.
Watch as your ceremony or first dance comes to life on a grand luxury canvas.
Based in the heart of Chicago, I am proud to serve the entire Midwest and am available for destination weddings nationwide. My vibrant, "loose" impressionistic style with a touch of realism in portraits ensures that your painting is not just a reproduction of a photo, but a living memory of your legacy that you are proud to display at your forever home.
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Komal Wadhwa
Owner
Kraneil Fine Art is Chicago's most trusted luxury live art studio. As seen on NBC, CBS, and WGN, premier artist Komal Wadhwa brings over 10 years of experience to your venue, expertly translating the ambient light, fluid movement, and profound emotions of your legacy celebration into a museum-quality masterpiece. Working on-site in her signature impressionistic realism style, Komal captures your most romantic moments—from your breathtaking ceremony first kiss to your romantic reception first dance—giving your guests an unforgettable live entertainment experience while preserving your legacy on canvas.
Services Offered:
Bespoke Live Wedding Painting: Fine art on-site canvas painting of your ceremony or reception.
Live Watercolor Guest Portraits: High-end fashion illustrations sketched live as luxury wedding favors.
Custom Studio Portraits: Hand-painted fine art recreated from your favorite wedding photos.
Bridal Bouquet Paintings: Timeless floral preservation on canvas.
Venues & Travel: Proudly serve downtown Chicago’s Iconic landmark locations—including the Chicago Cultural Center, The Drake Hotel, The Armour House, The Geraghty, and the Chicago Botanic Garden—as well as luxury destination weddings worldwide. Travel and accommodation fees apply for events located more than 30 miles outside of Chicago.
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West George Street, Chicago, IL
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