Laura Vahlberg 5 Minute Portraits

Top Performer

Roanoke, VA

$240-720

Travels up to 60 miles

Get a free quick quote

Overview

The magic of art comes alive when you see Laura Vahlberg make quick live portrait paintings. It takes about 5 minutes per person and she can paint anyone including couples, friend groups, family gatherings, and animal friends. It's fun to watch the artistic process and then take home an original painted portrait keepsake.


Reviews

3 reviews

Small thumbnail image for reviewer April H.

April H.

April 20, 2026
Verified review

Lovely!

Laura was fantastic - our students LOVED getting their paintings. She was so kind and very talented! Loved having her with us on campus for our event.

Hired as: Live Artwork


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Nancy T.

Nancy T.

March 27, 2026

Adorable drawing!

Laura drew me at a neighborhood event. It took her 5 minutes and is just ADORABLE!
She is so sweet and so talented.
THANK YOU, Laura!

Hired as: Live Artwork


Small thumbnail image for reviewer Susie R.

Susie R.

March 26, 2026

What a fun gift

Laura turns out quick and very good 5 minute portraits. (That's the limit of my stillness, so it was perfect. What a great idea for parties & special events!

Hired as: Live Artwork

Write a review

Booking information

Price range: $240-720

What to expect

Laura Vahlberg will arrive 30 minutes to an hour before the event to set up. She will have a french easel, wagon, sign with clothespins on it, and 2 chairs (where people can sit for their portraits). Her set up can easily fit under a 10x10 tent- though a tent is not always necessary depending on the event. Guests can sit for their portraits or provide a photo from their phone for a quick portrait. Vahlberg can paint a portrait in 5 minutes (per person/animal). On average she can make 10-11 portraits in an hour. Once the painting is complete, it will need about 10 minutes to dry. The painting can dry on the sign hanging from a clothespin. Once the painting is dry, Vahlberg provides a cellophane envelope for the painting for safe travels home. Vahlberg's portrait booth provides both entertainment, an activity, a window into the artistic process, and a unique party favor.

About

Laura Vahlberg has been making portraits in her quick style since 2017.

Upcoming booked events

October 2026

24

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:30pm - 11:00pm

Roanoke, VA

Past booked events

April 2026

18

Saturday

Campus Event

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Buena Vista, VA

Setup requirements

Adequate lighting will be necessary for evening events.

Check out these featured profiles

Featured

Shanndyland Face & Body Painting

5.0 (19)
Top Performer
37 Verified bookings

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Face Painter
  • $141 and up

Lillian H. said “They did such a great job at our event! Thoroughly enjoyed them both so much! So thankful we hired them! ”
Featured

Tooney Ty

4.94 (15)
Top Performer
28 Verified bookings

  • Clayton, NC
  • Caricaturist
  • $125 per hour

Passion S. said “Ty did such an amazing job for my event! He was on time, very friendly, and provided spectacular service. 10/10 recommend! ”

Vrad Rite Caricatures

5.0 (19)
Top Performer
40 Verified bookings

  • Greensboro, NC
  • Caricaturist
  • Contact for rates

Kevin said “Vrad Rite Caricatures was easy to deal with in the lead up to our event. Bazz was a fun artist and we all had lots of laughs with his creations. ”
Featured

Sky Star Studio

5.0 (7)
17 Verified bookings

  • Raleigh, NC
  • Face Painter
  • $75-$400

Christopher F. said “Sky was great. We hosted a party with over 70 people attending and offered tarot reading to attendees. Some it was a first reading and others have had many and across the board people were amazed by... ”