JOHN HENRY FOLLEY
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Live Wedding Painting for the Fine Art Connoisseur

If you are looking for a Live Wedding Painter to capture your one and only wedding day, look no further than John Folley. John will capture your wedding day in a fine art piece that will be an heirloom and treasure in your family for generations. Let John bring his combination of Classical training with his laid-back and fun-loving attitude to entertain your guests and produce a work of art that you and your spouse will cherish. 
"We are so excited for the finished product! He was the highlight of our night!! Just absolutely perfect!"
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-Dianne DePietro, mother of a bride 
"Absolutely stunning"
John painted at our wedding and the result is absolutely stunning. He captured each person beautifully and it the painting very much resembles each family member he captured.  It was a cool part of our wedding to see our guests stop and watch him paint in amazement.  Everyone has been asking me to see the finished product because they were watching him throughout the night. I can't wait to hang it in my living room!

- Kerry Dewey
"Favorite part of the reception"

"Everlasting"

"We have so many guests still talking about what a fabulous idea it was to have John painting live at our wedding. For a lot of people, watching him paint was a favorite part of the reception! I was happy that our guests had a great view of the painting and could enjoy watching how it progressed during the evening. 
We wanted something a little different for our reception and this definitely made it for us. It seems that it was one of the most memorable parts for our guests. We already have the painting hanging up and we love it. I wouldn't have changed anything about the experience; I'm very happy with how it all came out!"


- Hannah Magliano
My mom received the stunning painting at her house a couple of weeks ago and we finally got to see it over the weekend. It is absolutely beautiful! We know it will have an amazing place in our home one day and be an everlasting memory for our family to share! The included cards are gorgeous as well and we cannot wait to share these with our guests!! We cannot thank you enough!!

- Lizzy and Brett Passemato 
Live Wedding Painting Examples:
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Live Wedding Painting at the Colonial Hotel in Gadner, MA beautiful impressionist painting of the outdoor wedding beneath a tent with wedding party in attendance by living artist John Folley
Glen Magna Farms, 29 Ingersoll St, Danvers, MA bride and groom first look under arbor archway impressionist live painting bright summer colors event artist
John Folley live wedding painting live painter Narragansett, RI weddings and events bride and groom on beach with dog impressionist art for event timeless classic Kinney Bungalow at Sunset Farm, 505 Point Judith Rd
Union League Café in New Haven, Connecticut CT Yale Live Artwork Bride and Groom first dance painting live artist live event painter wedding vendor new England impressionist
Live Wedding Painting done at Wequassett Resort and Golf Club Impressionist Art Wedding Painter New England
Live Wedding Painting at Union Station in Northhampton, MA New England Wedding
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"Without hesitation..."
"Beyond Excited"
"Everyone Loved It"
While at an industry event, John’s work was on display while he was painting off to the side. Without hesitation, I recognized the couple in the painting as two of my coworkers! I hadn’t been to the wedding nor I had even seen pictures. The likeness was incredible. The painting lines were soft but still showed their most defining features. Some people really have a gift of capturing these amazing moments in the most ethereal of ways. Between the flowers on the tables and the lace of the bride’s dress, the work was just stunning! As an event professional, I would highly recommend John’s services.

- Adrian Carroll, PEAK Event Services


Thanks again for working to make our wedding one of the best experiences of our lives! You were so pleasant to work with throughout the entire process. We are beyond excited for the finished painting to arrive.

- Alicia & Ryan 
Having John paint at my friend's wedding was such a nice experience and so lovely. Everything about it was perfect: the guests loved seeing the painting get started and the bride and groom love the result. It was such a unique gift for me to give as the maid of honor. Everyone loved it -- I would love to spread the word about John's event painting!

- Lauren Mendoza
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Want to understand more about the cost? 

Read What is Live Painting and How Much Does it Cost? on my blog, Beauty Advocacy. 
  • Local weddings starting at $3400
  • Wedding packages available upon request.
  • John is based in Massachusetts with his studio in Gardner, MA. He is available for events in Central Massachusetts and the greater Boston area, including Cape Cod, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Rhode Island. He is happy to work throughout New England and may be open to traveling beyond - just ask!

We are happy to talk through the specific price based on your needs. Please don't hesitate to be in touch to discuss the possibility of Live Painting at your event, large or small, intimate or grand. 
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  • Fine Art
    • Still Life
    • Portraiture
    • Commissions
  • Beauty Advocacy
  • Live Painting
    • Weddings
    • Wedding Portraits
    • Other Events
    • F. A. Q.
    • Painting Demonstrations
  • Study with John
  • About
    • Contact
    • Artist Statement