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Last update: April 2026

Art By Nish

ArtbyNish is a live wedding art service, based in the UK, creating elegant hand-drawn portraits in pencil or pastel that capture the emotion and atmosphere of each couple's special day. Nish blends a calm, unobstrusive presence with a refined artistic style, creating timeless artwork that feels both personal and luxurious.
Nish is known for creating soulful, realistic wedding portraits drawn live during the celebration. The artwork becomes part of the wedding experience itself, offering guests something beautiful to watch while giving couples a one-of-a-kind keepsake created in the moment.

Working with Nish: Couples describe working with Nish as relaxed, effortless, and reassuring. Nish works quietly and respectfully, allowing the day to unfold naturally while focusing fully on the artwork. The experience feels calm and unrushed, with great care taken at every stage.

Making your wedding special: Every portrait created by Nish is completely bespoke. Nish takes time to understand each couple and captures their unique connection, expressions, and energy. Drawing live on the day adds a meaningful and personal touch, turning a special moment into a lasting piece of art.

Products & Services: Nish offers a live wedding portrait drawing using a traditional pastel stick and pencil technique. The services include live drawing during the wedding and a beautifully finished, hand-drawn portrait to keep forever. Optional refinements can be completed after the wedding in his studio to ensure the artwork is perfect.

Based near Hertford, Hertfordshire, Art by Nish provides unrivalled wedding entertainment in the form of live painting, illustrating and immortalising moments from the big day.

  • Asian-owned

Frequently asked questions

Type of entertainment offered:

For adults
Other (Live weddings and events)

What is included in the wedding package?

A bespoke hand-drawn portrait, live at your special day, choose your favourite moment, setting, background, full colour and or black & white, finishing touches completed in my studio if needed

How far in advance should I contact you?

6 months would be ideal or earlier so I can plan the day

What other services to you provide?

Other (I can create portraits from high quality photos if you are unable to book me live)

Are you able to travel?

Yes, i can travel all over UK and overseas, hotel and travel arrangements to be discussed

Is there a charge for travelling?

Yes, cost for this will depend on distance hotel, where to travel to, to be discussed. Additional costs of travel over an hour or up to 25 miles

Do you need specific materials or conditions to offer your service?

Yes, possible a table if needed

How long is the act?

The full session of the event if possible, otherwise I will finish creating in my studio

How much time do you need to prepare for an act?

Up to an hour for prep work, to start early morning before the guests arrive

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

Do you do open-air acts?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

No charge for extra time, my price is strictly for the drawing I create

What are the forms of payment?

PayPal, card or BACS payment

Served in

Hertfordshire and North London

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Meet the team

Nishit Shah
Nishit Shah
Owner

Hi, I`m Nish

I came back to creating art at the begining of lockdown after a long 35 year break, I create portaits, I am now specialising in wedding and event portraits, capturing feeling, atmosphere and emotions of your day.

I work in a calm and obtrusive way, allowing eveything to flow naturally while I focus on the details that make each moment meaningful. My style is refined and elegant and I aim to create a timeless piece of artwork that feels both personal and luxurious

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Lye Lane, Bricket Wood AL2 AL2 Hertford (Hertfordshire)

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