Live Sketch Events

A woman holds a colorful fashion illustration of herself in front of her, wearing a matching dress and jacket. She is standing in an art-filled space with vibrant decorations and artwork. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment

With +10 years of illustration and portrait art experience, I create one of a kind live drawings for events big and small. Give your guests a memorable experience, as well as a delightful gift to take home! Watch

A man with glasses, dark hair, and wearing a black jacket, is standing at a small round marble table in a restaurant, writing on a notepad held on a wooden clipboard. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment

Portraits are done in full color with marker on paper and take about 7 min each (ask about options for larger events of 50+ guests). Add your logo and the event date to the sketch paper for a more personalized experience

In addition to people, I also make live sketch pet portraits (from photos) 🐈

I’m available to book for private events (such as weddings, bridal showers, corporate holiday parties, sweet 16’s, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, birthdays, brand launches & activations, bachelorette parties, baby showers, pet birthdays, graduation parties, happy hours, and more) in the New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania area. Inquire about additional locations. Travel requests are taken on a case by case basis. (Available for international travel).

Turn any get together into a memorable one by hiring a live sketch artist at your next private event!

Contact Peterhopkinsillustrations@gmail.com with details of your event to receive a price quote

How it Works

Live Painting

Live illustrated scene done in ink & watercolor

In addition to live fashion sketches, I also paint scenes from weddings, birthday parties, bar and bat mitzvahs, and corporate events on-site, translating movement, color, and atmosphere into a finished piece you can display or frame later. I work with ink and watercolor at a variety of sizes, up to 24" x 36". Guests are encouraged to watch as the painting develops: the image becomes part of the event itself—people gather, photos are taken, and the piece grows throughout the night. The result is a spontaneous, one-of-a-kind keepsake that captures the feeling and energy of the celebration. I work in both traditional paint and digital formats and travel throughout NYC, New Jersey, Long Island, and Connecticut to bring this interactive art experience to your celebration.

Two people, a man and a woman, standing side by side in a room with red lighting. The woman is holding a framed drawing of a man and woman in stylish clothing. Both are dressed in black with sequins, and the man is wearing glasses. The woman has dark
A hand holding a fashion sketch drawing of two women in evening dresses at a decorated outdoor event with string lights overhead. One woman wears a gold gown, the other a green dress. The drawing is signed "PH 2025". Live painter portrait artist
Two older women at an outdoor evening event, sitting on chairs with string lights and a brick building in the background. One woman is smiling, wearing a patterned dress and black blazer, while the other has a serious expression, wearing a suit jacke
Hand-drawn fashion illustration of a couple dressed in formal attire, standing side by side with the woman in a white gown with floral sleeves and the man in a black suit with a white shirt. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A hand holding a cartoon drawing of a woman in a pink dress and a girl in a light skirt walking together. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A smiling woman with curly gray hair and purple glasses holds a drawing of herself wearing a long purple dress, standing inside an art gallery with colorful paintings on the walls. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A woman with curly hair and purple lipstick holding a greeting card with a colorful dress illustration, standing in a vibrant art-filled room with paintings, decorations, and a TV. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Hand-drawn fashion illustration of a man and woman standing together, dressed in formal attire. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Hand-drawn illustration of a happy brown and white dog sitting with its tongue out. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Collection of five watercolor and ink illustrations of different dog breeds, including a woman hugging a cat, a small fluffy dog, a large fluffy dog, a sitting tan and white dog, and a sitting brown and white dog with tongue out. Live painter
A dog with curly brown fur sitting indoors, looking up. A hand is holding a small wooden sign with a drawing of the same dog on it. The background has a white brick wall and a television screen. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A smiling red-haired girl holding a drawing of herself with long hair and a blue shirt. She is wearing a blue hoodie and standing in a lively indoor setting with other children and adults.
Hand-drawn illustration of a man and woman dressed in formal attire, standing close together, smiling, with the man wearing a gray suit and the woman wearing a black dress with gold floral patterns. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A hand holding a drawing of a man and woman standing side by side, at a dinner event under a lit tent in the evening. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A couple dressed formally, sitting at a table in a decorated event hall with blue lighting, chandeliers, and a stage in the background. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Hand holding a drawing of a man in a white shirt and dark pants, smiling with hands in pockets, in front of a outdoor dinner setting with string lights overhead at night. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A young girl with curly hair, smiling widely, holding a drawing of herself dressed in a white top and a long blue skirt. She is indoors at a social event. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A woman with curly gray hair, wearing a black and white polka dot dress and jewelry, sitting at a table and holding a drawing of herself, smiling in a decorated room. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Person holding a colorful fashion illustration of a woman in a long, patterned dress and matching jacket. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A man with curly hair and a beard sitting at a table with a green tablecloth, looking at the camera. A digital drawing of his face with curly hair, blue eyes, and a beard is shown on a tablet being held in front of him. Christmas decorations, and war
A man and woman sitting at a table at an event or party, smiling at the camera. The man is wearing a suit and tie, and the woman is wearing a dark dress with long blonde hair. A hand holding a tablet with animated avatars of a man and woman is visibl
Hand-drawn fashion illustration of a woman wearing a blue patterned dress, standing with one hand on her hip, on a white background. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Hand-drawn fashion illustration of a man and woman standing together. The woman has long blonde hair, dressed in black leather jacket, matching pants, and shoes, and is leaning to her right. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Fashion Illustration of a woman with long black hair, glasses, a gray long-sleeve shirt, black skirt, and black tights, standing with one hand on her hip. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A woman with blonde hair sitting at a green table with people dressed in formal wear in the background. A digital tablet displaying a cartoon portrait of a woman is held in the foreground. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Fashion Illustration of two women with their arms around each other, wearing fashionable outfits, on a white background. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
Hand holding a drawing of two women dressed stylishly, one in a black suit and the other in a light blue dress with a jacket, at a decorated outdoor gathering at night. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment
A hand-drawn fashion illustration of a man in a dark gray suit and a woman in a deep red gown with long wavy hair, standing together on a wooden surface. Live painter portrait artist event entertainment

Some brands I’ve partnered with…

Logo with the words 'Arlo Hotels' in black font, with 'Arlo' in large letters and 'Hotels' below in smaller letters.
Black silhouette of a person sitting at a desk with a laptop and a small potted plant, on a white background.
A black, white, and navy blue logo with the word 'Alkin' in stylized font.
The word 'EDITION' written in large, white letter outlines on a black background.
Text that reads 'MINT HOUSE' in green letters on a white background.
Logo for The Shelburne Sonesta in New York, featuring a stylized S emblem and text in black and gray.
Logo for SAMWELL Institute for Pain Management with text and dotted design.
Black uppercase text on a white background that reads: 'Rally Point East'.

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Happy Hour Drawings 🎨🍸

In addition to weddings, bridal showers, corporate holiday parties, sweet 16’s, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, birthdays, brand launches & activations, bachelorette parties, baby showers, pet birthdays, graduation parties, and more, I’m also available for Happy Hour entertainment! Hotels, bars & lounges can book me to come draw and provide guests with complimentary portraits while they enjoy drinks.

In the past I’ve worked with New York-based hotels such as Arlo, New York EDITION and Hyatt, as well as music venues like Ornithology Jazz Club. Send me a message here to schedule a free trial session!