LUXURY WEDDING + EVENT ARTIST
specializing in creating a unique guest experience
through watercolor guest portraits and calligraphy + engraving
WHERE
ELEGANCE
MEETS
ART.
WEDDINGS
BRAND
ACTIVATIONS
SOCIAL
CELEBRATIONS
CORPORATE
EVENTS
Portland-based live event artist, at YOUR service!
S I G N A T U R E S E R V I C E S

AWARDED + TRUSTED BY
Bowtie & Brush, led by artist Danison, is an award-winning live artist known for elevated watercolor portraits and intentional calligraphy. He earned Orlando Magazine’s Best of Weddings in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025. Loverly named Danison a Top Upcoming Stationer on the Loverly List 2024 and recognized him as one of the Best Wedding Innovators in the US on the Loverly List 2025. His fashion illustration and keepsake work has been featured by Style Me Pretty and Wedding Chicks and celebrated by Oregon Wedding Day and Washington Wedding Day. You’ll also find Bowtie & Brush in Tampa Magazine and WedVibes and on Offbeat Wed.
Not to toot my own horn, but *toot, toot*
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(REVIEWS)
5.0
“Words cannot even describe how much we enjoyed working with Danison. Danison’s watercolor guest portraits stole the show! If you’re thinking about adding that service on, no need to look any further—he’s the best.”
“He was the talk of the whole evening and many guests immediately framed their work the following morning! If you are looking for something unique, eye catching, and absolutely fashion forward gorgeous of a special keepsake, then look no further!”
“His watercolor art was stunning—he captured the essence of our celebration beautifully and created something we’ll cherish forever. But what truly set him apart was how he went above and beyond. Danison didn’t just provide a service, he created a world-class experience.”
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FAQs
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Washougal, WA. Just 30 minutes outside of Portland.
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You will need to pay a 30% non-refundable retainer upon the signing/receipt of the contract + security deposit (if applicable). The remainder will be due two weeks prior to your event.
For services that are based on final guest count, I will adjust the quote accordingly prior to final payment.
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I have a $100 flat fee for travel up to 60 miles. Additional travel costs will be applied at the current IRS standard cost per mile exceeding 60 miles to and from Artist’s studio location.
If Artist & support staff are scheduled to work until 10:30PM or later and the reception venue is more than 90 miles from Artist’s and support staff’s home(s), a lodging and accommodation fee for any ground transportation and one overnight stay will be applied.
For anything farther than 2ish hours/requires air travel, it will be considered a destination wedding.
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YES! I would love to travel for your event! Destination travel fees will include but are not limited to Artist’s and support staff’s airfare, car rental, lodging costs for two nights, and $100 per-person, per day Per Diem.
Destination weddings and events typically will incur a travel fee ranging anywhere between $700 - $3,000.
A flat discounted travel fee is available for popular destinations including:
Seattle, WA | $700 - $875
Napa, CA | $775 - $950
Orlando & Tampa, FL | $975 - $1,150 -
I require at least one 4-6ft table, 1-2 chairs, and access to an electrical outlet. If the event is outside during the day time, I must be stationed in a covered area.
Imagine your wedding venue turned into art.