Bowtie & Brush

Bowtie & Brush is a Portland live wedding artist bringing chic entertainment and keepsakes to stylish celebrations. I paint fast watercolor guest portraits and create on-site calligraphy that feels intentional and elevated. I also engrave fragrance bottles and glassware so guests leave with a keepsake they actually frame or display. The setup is compact and elegant and the experience is warm and lively. Think modern fashion illustration meeting great hospitality. I’m Danison, the artist behind the bowtie and the brush. Bowtie & Brush is Asian owned and queer affirming. Inclusivity is not a headline for me. I make every guest feel seen and I keep the energy polished and joyful. You handle the party and I’ll handle the art. My studio is based in Portland, Oregon and I travel across the West Coast and nationwide. I work in Seattle and Tacoma. I paint in San Francisco and the Bay Area. I love Los Angeles and Palm Springs. I fly to San Diego and Santa Barbara. I say yes to Napa and Sonoma. I have sketched in Bend and Eugene. And I'm so down for a New York or Paris Fashion Week. Wherever the celebration is, I meet you there. Couples and planners book me for luxury weddings and chic city receptions. Corporate teams bring me in for brand activations and VIP experiences. I turn your vibe into personalized portraits and hand lettered details that photograph beautifully. Guests watch the process and leave feeling great! For the searchers in your life, I answer to live wedding painter in Portland and live watercolor portraits for events. Add on-site calligraphy for weddings and custom engraving artist for luxury brand events. I collaborate with venues and creative teams and I play well with planners and photographers. If you want entertainment that feels elevated and a keepsake worth keeping, I got you. Let’s make your celebration feel beautiful and celebrated with elevated favors and an experience they won't forget.