We love Laehui Studio for its refined artistic approach that turns live wedding illustration into meaningful guest experiences. Laury’s graceful technique, coupled with her multilingual and international background, makes her service ideal for destination weddings in France that value personal connection and exquisite detail.
Laury’s artistic style is rooted in fluid linework and delicate watercolor or pencil finishes. Her illustrations focus on subtle detail, capturing posture and likeness without distortion. The result is a collection of expressive, elegant works that preserve the atmosphere and beauty of a wedding day with artistic precision.
Laury, the artist behind Laehui Studio, holds a Master’s degree from Beaux-Arts de Paris, one of France’s most prestigious art schools. With a strong foundation in fine arts, she has exhibited internationally, including a solo show in Seoul. Her professional focus evolved from studio-based watercolor work into live wedding illustration, applying her formal training to an immersive event setting. Her work is deeply influenced by years of sketching people and places, and her portraits carry both immediacy and emotional resonance. Fluent in French, English, and Korean, Laury offers a seamless experience for international couples celebrating in France.
Based in Biarritz, Laehui Studio frequently works across France and she provides services in Spain. For destination weddings beyond, Laehui Studio welcomes travel upon request, accommodating celebrations across borders with ease.
While Laehui Studio has not received formal wedding industry awards, Laury’s fine-art background includes international exhibitions in Paris and Seoul. Her academic training and dedication to live illustration elevate her offering to an artistic standard that distinguishes her within the luxury destination wedding entertainment category in France.
Live Guest Portrait Illustration (Watercolor or Pencil): On-site hand-drawn portraits of guests in under 10 minutes. A memorable keepsake offered in refined watercolor or pencil.
Post-Event Studio Portraits: Studio-finished portraits based on event day reference photos, ideal for covering additional guests not illustrated live.
Illustrated Wedding Documentation (Details & Atmosphere): A series of illustrations capturing visual highlights of the day, including décor, fashion, and significant moments, presented on sheets or as a book.
Wedding Couple Watercolor Portrait: A highly detailed watercolor portrait created before or after the wedding from photos, focusing on the couple’s likeness and posture.
Illustration Commissions: Studio-created custom pieces featuring meaningful elements like bouquets, dresses, pets, or venues, developed collaboratively with the client.
Laehui Studio’s live illustration packages begin at €1,000 and are offered in half-day or full-day formats. Each package includes:
Clients may customize their packages with options such as post-event studio portraits, monogrammed prints, background illustration, and various paper finishes. Studio-based commissions such as bouquet, venue, or pet portraits are also available by request.
Watercolor portraits take around 10 minutes per guest, yielding 6–8 illustrations per hour. Pencil portraits are faster, averaging 10–15 per hour. For large weddings, full-day coverage or studio-based post-event portraits are recommended.
Laury offers post-event studio portraits for any remaining guests using reference photos taken during the wedding. This ensures all guests receive a portrait without compromising quality.
Laury requires a standard-height table (minimum 1 meter), a chair with back support, and protection from direct sunlight (either shade or an indoor location).
Yes. Clients may choose to include names, dates, or monograms, printed borders or backgrounds, and custom packaging like kraft envelopes or deckled-edge paper. Some enhancements need 1–2 months’ advance notice.
Laury arrives 30–60 minutes early to set up. She may take quick reference photos of guests to avoid lines and allow attendees to enjoy the event. Guests can return later to collect their completed portraits, though they are welcome to observe the drawing in progress.
