Your love,
captured in art.
LIVE WEDDING PAINTINGS BY RUTH ONEYA
Where your love story becomes a masterpiece
Your wedding day is filled with love, joy, and unforgettable moments. A live wedding painting preserves that energy on canvas, turning fleeting memories into a treasured work of art. Every brushstroke tells a story, creating a keepsake that brings you back to that day for years to come.
MEET THE ARTIST
Get to know Ruth Oneya: your live wedding painter
Hi there! I’m Ruth, the live wedding artist dedicated to transforming your wedding day into a beautifully painted memory.
Originally from Nairobi, Kenya, I am based in Birmingham, Alabama, serving couples in the U.S. and beyond. For over five years, I’ve traveled across the country to capture more than 250 wedding paintings, preserving the beauty of love in all its forms.
With an eye for detail and a deep appreciation for each couple’s vision, I create artwork that reflects the care and effort you’ve poured into your special day and gives you a lasting piece of your wedding day to cherish forever.
HAPPY CUSTOMERS
What they're saying
See what couples are saying about their unforgettable experience with Ruth as their live painter.
MICAH & LINDSEY
Hoover, AL
"Having Ruth display her AWESOME skills at our wedding is something that we’ll always remember... Because of her, we have a wonderful masterpiece in our home to commemorate our special day!"
TAYLOR & TROY
Fayetteville, GA
"Literally the work of an angel!!!! Ruth is beyond talented and it was the best part of my wedding! A portrait that will last a lifetime"
AASHA & CARLTON
Chicago, IL
"10/10 HIGHLY recommend!.. Ruth was extremely communicative, organized and made the entire process seamless! ...Honestly, don't hesitate to book Ruth, she's amazing!!"
DANI & TYLER
Sylva, NC
"...Our guests were amazed at how incredible her work was, and we are so excited to have this piece to cherish for the rest of our lives! If you're thinking about hiring a live painter... DO IT... and hire Ruth!"
Why a wedding painting is the perfect way to add a touch of magic to your big day
EXCITING ENTERTAINMENT
From sketch to brushstroke, guests can watch your painted wedding portrait take shape and come alive with color and depth in real-time.
TIMELESS KEEPSAKE
Your finished wedding painting will be a lasting part of your celebration and a beautiful keepsake you can adore forever.
THOUGHTFUL PERSONALIZATION
Each wedding painting is tailor-made to every detail you desire. Making your ceremony a personal reflection of your love story.
POST-WEDDING PORTRAIT
Missed Having a Live Painter? Let's Still Capture the Moment
Didn’t have a live wedding painter on your big day? Whether plans changed, budgets shifted, or you just discovered live painting after the fact, it’s not too late. Using your favorite wedding photos, I’ll create a custom fine art piece that captures the feeling of your day in timeless, painterly detail. A perfect keepsake for your home or as an anniversary gift.
CAPTURING THE BEAUTY OF YOUR DAY, ONE BRUSHSTROKE AT A TIME.
CAPTURING THE BEAUTY OF YOUR DAY, ONE BRUSHSTROKE AT A TIME.
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