How to Showcase your Wedding Venue
Using venue art in your wedding can elevate your special day by adding a personal touch and a cohesive theme that reflects your unique style. Custom artwork, particularly in the form of watercolor and digital illustrations, can transform various elements of your wedding decor and stationery. Here are some effective ways to incorporate venue art throughout your celebrations:
1. Invitations and Save-the-Dates
One of the first opportunities to showcase your venue's beauty is through your invitations and save the dates. Including custom watercolor or digital illustrations of your wedding venue can create an enchanting first impression and set the theme and tone of your wedding.
Save the Date Cards: If you already know the location of your wedding, consider incorporating venue art in your save the dates. This not only builds excitement but also gives guests a glimpse into what to expect from the location of your wedding. It can be a full reveal, or just a hint, via a skyline or vague detail.
Envelope Liners: A delicate watercolor illustration lining your envelopes can create an unexpected surprise for your guests. Be sure to put the adhesive away from the liner insert to keep it from getting ripped.
Invitation Suite: Feature your venue art on the invitation itself or some of the invitation suite inserts, such as the itinerary card or reception detail card. This not only informs your guests of the location but also sets the tone for the event. People are very visual and are excited to see the locations in a skillful way.
2. Day of Signage
As your guests arrive at your venue, personalized signage can guide them while adding a decorative element to your event.
Wedding Programs: Enhance your ceremony programs with an artistic representations of your venue. This provides guests with insight about the space they are in and adds a cohesive look to your ceremony.
Welcome Signs: A stunning welcome sign featuring a watercolor depiction of your venue invites guests into your celebration with warmth and personalization.
3. Fun Details
Don’t overlook the smaller elements in your wedding decor where venue art can shine. Creative uses of bespoke illustrations can add charm and elegance to your celebration.
Cocktail Napkins: Custom cocktail napkins adorned with an illustration of your venue not only make for an eye-catching detail but also serve as a lovely keepsake for your guests. Make it a callback to the invitation suite.
Guest Book: Instead of a traditional guest book, consider using a beautifully hand painted portrait of your venue. Have it framed in an oversized mat for guests to sign. This will become the most special piece of art in your home and a treasured wedding keepsake.
Incorporating venue art into your wedding not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also adds a layer of sentimentality to your celebration. By working with an artist like Alexa of Alexa's Illustrations, she can create a variety of pieces that reflect your personal style and commemorate the beauty of your chosen venue. Alexa is a seasoned expert and has illustrated over 300 buildings, skylines, venues, and locations alone. She is skilled in both hand drawn digital illustrations and hand painted painted watercolors. Each bespoke venue detail will tell your love story while leaving a lasting impression on your guests.
