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NYC & Destination

Live Event Painter 

Book Matt for Your Event

Transforming moments into timeless art – eclectic, unforgettable, and uniquely yours. Where vibrant creativity meets live event elegance I capture memories with an enduring touch. Artfully curated and created in real time. 

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TIMELESS WORKS

The Judkins Wedding Venue Painting "Cliffs at Glassy Chapel"

The Judkin's Wedding
"The Cliffs at Glassy Chapel"
Landrum, SC

As if right out of a fairytale, this cozy and intimate scenic overlook was contrasted with the magnificent depth and scale of the valley below. A true pleasure to paint and for the loveliest couple. 
 

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Matt J. Whitman's Painting "Eye's on Lake Michigan"

"Eye's on Lake Michigan" An elegant lighthouse venue on the shore. This sunset and evening made impossible to forget through this artwork.

Matt J. Whitman's live painting exhibition at Cornell Art Museum

A live paint exhibition at the Cornell Art Museum 

Matt J. Whitman completing a painting in 30 minutes

The above artwork completed in under 30 minutes

Live painting with a style that’s eclectic, memorable, and crafted to last a lifetime.

My Works 

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Matt J. Whitman's Painting "50 Shades"

50 Shades

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Water Color of Exhibition 

Matt J. Whitman's Painting "Through The Seasons"

Through The Season

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About My Art

With 15+ years of experience in traditional and digital art and a background in live performance, I deliver uniquely memorable experiences for any event. From capturing a wedding’s first kiss, to engaging teams in live artwork at corporate activations, and even live sketching your collection on the runway, I bring a collaborative, theme-matching approach that turns every occasion into an unforgettable masterpiece.

How It Works

Book a Consultation

Schedule a chat where we will learn about your unique needs.

Free of charge, I'm here to answer any questions regarding services, scheduling, or budget.

Select Services

Determine how I can best create lasting memories at your event.

Choose from a live painting of your event, the Puzzle Canvas, Guest Sketching, or a combination of the three.

Day of Event

Once booked, I will arrive early at your event with supplies ready to go.

Painting live, your guests will be a part of the process, not just creating a magical evening, but a memorable collection of artworks they can take home that evening.

Post Event

Want to send a beautiful and unique thank you letter to your guests?

I will print a hand-crafted stationary with the artwork we made together printed in glossy or matte relief. 
Personal, memorable, and one-of-a-kind to your event.

*Request Service Sheet for info on add-ons

Immerse your guests the moment they arrive in an evolving experience. Watch live as Matt creates a painting based on your unique event, capturing the highlights, venue, theme, and smiles as they occur. 

Each piece is a singular work of art. Hang it over your hearth to remember your special day. Hosting a fundraiser? Auction it the same day for charity.
 

The possibilities are endless.

W e d d i n g

Services

*Custom Bookings Available Upon Request

Events & Live Art
Event duration: 3-8 hours

 

-Live watercolor sketching 

-Mural/Canvas
-Atmospheric event painting

Corporate
Event duration: 3-8 hours

 

-Office parties

-Wall art
-Team building events

Brand Activations
Event duration: 3-8 hours

 

-Pop-ups

-Giveaways
-Launches

Wedding
Event duration: 3-8 hours

 

-Live artworks on canvas
-Live guest sketching

-Custom keepsakes

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wow your guests with an unforgettable gift

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Line Art Caricatures

You took long enough planning your outfit...
why forget it?

Receive your very own line art caricature in real-time. Want to remember your fit for the night or get a hand-drawn likeness of you and your date?

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Have a question? Tell me about your event

Select the reasons you are reaching out.

Once submitted, I will respond via email or phone within 24 hours to schedule a call. *By submitting this form, you agree to receive updates and promotional emails from us.

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Events & Live Art

Take a piece of art with you

Elevate your event with the Puzzle Painting experience: I create a live painting on multiple small canvases assembled into a single masterpiece. Once finished, each canvas piece is disassembled, allowing guests to take home a unique part of the artwork—a lasting, one-of-a-kind memory of your special event.

Transform your event into a living work of art. Watch as captivating visuals come to life in real time — from theme-inspired murals and bespoke canvases to personalized guest sketches. Each brushstroke adds energy, elegance, and unforgettable moments your guests will talk about long after the night ends.

The Judkins Wedding Venue Painting

My husband and I were married at the Cliffs at Glassy Chapel, a place that holds so much meaning for us. After discovering Matt's incredible artwork, we knew we had to commission him to paint a portrait of our wedding venue. The result is absolutely stunning. We are constantly in awe of how Matt captured every intricate detail and the true essence of the venue.
 

This beautiful painting now hangs proudly in our bedroom, where we can admire it every day. It has become one of our most treasured possessions, and we are so grateful to Matt for creating this masterpiece. It perfectly commemorates our marriage and our wedding day.
 

If you're looking for a unique and meaningful way to capture a special memory,                                                              

we wholeheartedly recommend Matt!

Taylor and Ben J.

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