Yurik Riegel Live Painting & Commissions

From a young age, Yurik demonstrated a passion for drawing. Pursuing his passion, he obtained a degree in Illustration from San Jose State and traveled to New York City to further his classical training at the Arts Student’s League. He subsequently embarked on a career at Lucas Arts before transitioning into a full-time artist. As a classically trained and accomplished oil painter, he has garnered recognition for his exquisite portraiture, church murals, and visionary realism. His captivating creations have graced the pages of prestigious magazines and adorned the homes of notable celebrities and CEOs. Capture the Magic!

really good Live wedding painters are rare. They are rare because it requires a great deal of skill and technique and ability to perform under pressure and have fun doing it. Yurik's extensive classical training, and decades experience with anatomy, figurative art, portraiture, live painting, and the wedding industry combine to create THE BEST value for your money.

In three words: Empathetic, Fun, Resourceful