The festive season is officially here. Offices are throwing parties, families are planning reunions and everyone’s calendars are getting wonderfully chaotic. It’s the perfect time to explore fun and creative ways to elevate your celebrations and festive live art is one of the most unique additions you can bring to any event.
Christmas Parties Are Already in Full Swing and We Still Have Availability
At Live Artist Collective, December is buzzing with events, but we still have a few spots available for live guest portraits at Christmas parties. If you want something more memorable than the usual entertainment, festive live art brings energy, interaction and a touch of magic. Guests love watching their portraits come to life, and they get to take home a personalised illustration from the night.
You can browse examples of our guest portraits on our portfolio page (Here).
Why Live Art Makes Festive Events Feel Extra Special
One reason festive live art works so well is that it naturally draws people in. Guests gather around, chat, laugh and bond over their portraits. It adds a sense of theatre to the event and creates moments people remember long after the party ends.
Our artists fit into any festive celebration:
• corporate Christmas functions
• intimate family gatherings
• long lunches and cocktail parties
• community events
• kids-friendly celebrations
If you’re gathering inspiration for themes or decor, this party-planning guide might help spark ideas (Here).
New Year’s Eve Parties Love Live Art Too
As Christmas winds down and New Year’s Eve ramps up, live art becomes an instant crowd-pleaser. NYE events naturally build anticipation. There’s a buzz in the air, guests arrive dressed to impress, and everyone is waiting for that electric countdown moment. This is exactly when live art shines. It fills the in-between moments with something engaging, interactive and delightfully unexpected.
Instead of guests simply mingling or checking the time, they gather around the artist’s easel, laughing, posing and watching their miniature portraits come to life. It gives the evening a sense of theatre, a little sparkle that makes the celebration feel elevated and memorable.
And when the night is over, guests adore taking home an illustration as a keepsake. It’s not just a souvenir; it’s a personalised snapshot of who they were, where they were and how they felt stepping into the new year. A beautifully unique way to mark the start of a fresh chapter.
Looking for a Gift Idea? Commissioned Portraits Save Christmas
We all know Christmas shopping can get… tricky. Everyone already has too many candles and gift sets. This is where a commissioned portrait changes everything. It’s thoughtful, personal and genuinely meaningful.
A custom painting of a couple, a family, a pet or a favourite memory is one of this season’s best gifts, and it ties beautifully into the idea of festive live art. It’s sentimental, unique and unforgettable.
If you need help choosing the right photo, you can read our commission guide (Here).
Gift the Experience, Not Just the Artwork
If you’re looking for a present that feels truly meaningful, consider gifting the experience of being painted. A personalised portrait session isn’t just another item to unwrap, it’s a moment to be celebrated, a chance to slow down, feel seen and walk away with a beautiful artwork created just for them.
It’s an intimate, thoughtful gift that lasts far beyond the festive season. Whether it’s for a partner, a parent, a best friend or someone who already “has everything”, the experience of sitting for a portrait feels luxurious, creative and incredibly special. It’s the kind of gift people talk about for years not because it’s expensive, but because it’s personal.
A portrait voucher allows the recipient to choose their favourite photo or even book a live sitting, making the whole process feel bespoke from start to finish. If you want to give something heartfelt, memorable and truly one-of-a-kind, this is the perfect choice.
Make This Festive Season Unforgettable
Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, organising a New Year’s celebration or hunting for the perfect gift, festive live art brings creativity, entertainment and warmth to the season. It creates memories, sparks joy and gives your guests something meaningful to take home.
If you’d like to book a live artist or commission a portrait, you can reach us through our contact page (get in touch). Let’s make this festive season your most magical one yet.
