Instant Event Art by Olga Bolgar

When you hire me for your event, I create a live painting of a landscape or scene that you provide—whether it’s a favorite location, a meaningful view, or a special place connected to your event. Guests can watch as I bring the scene to life, painting on-site from start to finish.

The audience experiences the entire creative process: sketching, layering colors, and adding final details. The result is a unique, custom painting that captures the essence of the landscape in a vibrant and memorable way. This interactive performance offers entertainment, conversation, and a lasting keepsake that you and your guests will treasure.

Olga Bolgar is a professional artist based in Seattle, WA.

She holds a Master’s degree in Fine Art and works in a variety of mediums, including oil, watercolor, pastel, ink, charcoal, and pencil. Olga enjoys experimenting with color, texture, and form, creating works that express emotion and atmosphere through subtle nuances of light and shadow.

Her art ranges from surreal, dream-inspired compositions to plein-air landscapes and expressive portraits. In her portrait work, Olga seeks to capture the inner essence of each person she paints, while her landscapes convey a sense of depth, air, and harmony.

Space: I need a stable, flat surface to place my easel and painting supplies. A table nearby for extra materials is helpful.

Lighting: Adequate lighting is essential to accurately capture colors. Natural light is ideal, but bright indoor lighting works as well. Avoid harsh shadows or colored lights that could distort the colors.

Accessibility: The painting area should be accessible to guests, so they can watch comfortably without crowding the workspace.

Power: If using additional lighting or small devices, access to a nearby electrical outlet may be required.

Audience: Guests should have a clear view of the painting process. I can adjust placement based on the event layout.

Duration: Typically, the live painting process takes 2–3 hours, depending on the size and complexity of the scene.

Setup & Breakdown: I arrive 20–30 minutes early to set up and need 15–20 minutes afterward to safely pack materials.