handcrafted illustrations for life's most meaningful moments
Bringing weddings, celebrations, and personal stories to life through hand-painted artwork
Hannah Korfonta Design
illustrations that mean more...
Thoughtful design and hand-crafted artwork for brands and meaningful moments.
live event painting
Bring Your Wedding to Life with Live Painting
Engage your guests and capture your celebration in real time. I create hand-painted portraits throughout your event, leaving you with a full collection of memories to treasure forever.
custom artwork
Custom Art that memorializes the best things in life
From personal portraits to one-of-a-kind artwork, I create pieces that are meaningful, intentional, and crafted just for you.
Hannah Korfonta is a North Carolina–based artist specializing in live painting, custom artwork, and one-of-a-kind illustrations for weddings, special occasions, and meaningful moments.
Every piece is thoughtfully crafted to feel intentional, personal, and memorable—whether it’s capturing your wedding guests live or creating a custom portrait for your home.
![kind words like this leave my heart overflowing! thank you to @cypressandsagedesign for the incredibly thoughtful review! making art that’s meaningful to people is my passion!!
I’d be honored to create something meaningful for you! Visit my website or message me for custom commissions and live painting!!
[live wedding painter, wedding guest portraits, live event artist, wedding entertainment ideas, unique wedding favors, custom wedding art, watercolor portraits, luxury wedding vendor, interactive wedding experience, bride to be]](https://scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/671025328_18105022217309597_2981963462161425451_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=WlQFZG5oEVMQ7kNvwF4SEL2&_nc_oc=AdrZxy2YsxIJufeDJ1tfd8VfzwAmJa86x1CjG0IbpTN79n7auh6prUxcPWujP5Eap0k&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=RhNMh-TslOviU7LXyN5nAA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQH_8M5AFOogkvWKLS3VlJgW3AzgUOWeK8lP3pVzF7PR_YdFNdmHbSFrgUWjPjg5sHOBYFm6zTou&oh=00_Af2u0QculbZ-mUv7jqrSnKpshh3cUpWLSvto8QT0LJKnUg&oe=69E8CA8E)
![moments like this don’t happen everyday! looking for a wedding favor that means something to your guests, well you’ve found it!
#liveguestpainter #guestportraits #liveweddingpainter #2026bride #2027bride
📸: @kreese_photography @havanoladesign
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![Turning your favorite moments into something you can hold onto forever ✨
These sweet couples’ photos were transformed into a hand-painted portraits — capturing not just how the day looked, but how it felt. From the intentional tones to bouquet details, every piece is created to be completely personal and one-of-a-kind.
Whether it’s your wedding day, prom or a moment you never want to forget… I turn your memories into art 🤍
DM me to start your custom piece!
[custom portrait, hand painted art, watercolor portrait, couple portrait, prom portrait, wedding keepsake, sentimental gifts, custom artwork, personalized gift idea, romantic art, heirloom artwork, live wedding painter, bridal art, engagement gift, meaningful gifts, artist commission, watercolor illustration, custom couple art, memory art, fine art portrait]](https://scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/669660378_18104595593309597_697126286563121706_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=VDclmZv4yGEQ7kNvwHLxzic&_nc_oc=AdpW3E72zEzuJQJcB9ALwM2mOOn-jw9K4ZGeRPz8S2uVSBP3vxhSII-wv_HSNTlnDwc&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=RhNMh-TslOviU7LXyN5nAA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQFzKQmTxB3ksHyixdE0wtnF-PKCXv6voviT3MNyl09MVdfP4jxPn8LFsKeWZqARV5MCDOQ2Ez5L&oh=00_Af2mhSttjwc3KAYvQ-VHkYTPiIB5yuxENXZJtqB3CsupAw&oe=69E8EE00)
![day 32: Amanda and Kyle!!
love doing bridal portraits!! i will literally never get tired of doing these!!
[bride and groom portrait, wedding art, custom wedding painting, live wedding painter, wedding keepsake, romantic artwork, couple portrait, newlyweds, wedding details, fine art portrait, watercolor wedding, heirloom art, wedding inspiration, wedding aesthetic, bridal style, groom style, love story, timeless art, wedding memories, bespoke artwork, artist for weddings, painted love, wedding gift idea, engagement art, wedding decor ideas, sentimental art, personalized artwork, luxury wedding, modern romance, wedding illustrator]](https://scontent-lga3-3.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.71878-15/657664528_1704662957189567_6148759361072248351_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=7T4XQzXZ65EQ7kNvwFKzCrj&_nc_oc=AdpSDFA4G1kt-owKEwiKWIhwq6WZidzKVRSU-IerUrkI0AQwD1SGUg9pEJ9qp_mWrSM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-3.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=RhNMh-TslOviU7LXyN5nAA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQHteYY4jFignAUhEjH7mQAQzKgeU-tsp3F9uGEasSEhJjvTFyDM-V6p1Vy9viiFsGnMG3RIETHj&oh=00_Af3-ZVoi_lNhbtZm-rJZtBUtQI_6JuvlB9rOwzYvQE2nfQ&oe=69E8E3DB)
![little day in the life
Watching people light up when they see their portraits never gets old. I loved connecting with all the incredibly talented vendors and excited engaged couples!!
If you’re looking for something interactive, unique, and actually meaningful for your guests… this is it.
Now booking 2026 & 2027 weddings!
ESTATE AL VIGNETO Styled Shoot
Event Production: @cypressandsagedesign
Venue: @riviera.vines
Photography: @kreese_photography
Content Creation & Custom Signage: @havanoladesign
Florals: @efflorescence_floristry
Bartending: @roanokeroamingspirits
Stationary: @jordanharlessdesign
Photo Booth: @flexphotobooth
Hair & Makeup: @adornroanoke
[live wedding painter, wedding guest portraits, wedding favors, interactive wedding entertainment, watercolor wedding portraits, bridal reception entertainment, unique wedding ideas, wedding keepsakes, live event painting, custom wedding portraits, cocktail hour entertainment, wedding artist, memorable wedding moments, wedding inspiration, bride and groom gifts]](https://scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/657279326_18103423070309597_6220229554176705681_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=109&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=KRS9rb6lTlwQ7kNvwEvsVBT&_nc_oc=AdqyPNl83YT5goqUhU_OnYdC2VBGvQu10DCLFMWxzSF72PXVZBROZZroSrjDxufHclI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=RhNMh-TslOviU7LXyN5nAA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQGqyY_GQk3-p-3A8Pc8dE1io0hpHZrgCM8nxuGnzcF1LIsgtBPTRDpQZUrCo7aiyilTL-YKANDH&oh=00_Af0g3D8iyeWScspwn372wuIRueNDvIwuScI8S5vXAokfVw&oe=69E8BE9C)
![day 30/100: nicole & kevin!!
After a little vacation, I am back doing the live guest portraits series! This is such a fun series and I love seeing your photos come to life!
If you’re interested in having live wedding guest portraits at your wedding, message me here or visit my website hannahkorfonta.com for more!
[watercolor wedding guest portrait, live wedding painting, wedding guest art, wedding keepsake illustration, custom wedding portrait, celebration artwork]](https://scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/656156882_18102730109309597_378331386713454434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0xJUFMuYmVzdF9pbWFnZV91cmxnZW4uQzMifQ%3D%3D&_nc_ohc=HtNrEFGbd0UQ7kNvwE3lpIc&_nc_oc=AdpfwBI5IdVe9o3pWeryye__S6-ewCKEXf8p6A5v-dElDSWN6aJ7rqugC32hmVcZkZ8&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=RhNMh-TslOviU7LXyN5nAA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQHdRnWxPYBAov9b2w-F-uh79CqV89_QhGIVOK3yBdlkxpIl4tz33uzRIg6rQ3dyfoYC6EGpwTjL&oh=00_Af0XLFvSIZ07UqiWRsCzn5O390l9y6-c2jTsqYyb_rYsEw&oe=69E8C77B)
