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Watercolor Connections
- Detroit, MI
- Caricaturist
- Travels up to 200 miles
- $500 per hour
Overview
*TRAVELING NATIONWIDE* Ditch the Unflattering Caricatures, & Elevate Your Experience 🎨 with Watercolor Connections: a unique live portraiture experience, capturing special moments through timeless works of art. We create beautiful and detailed watercolor portraits that serve as a lasting reminder of life's milestones. Our process is projected on a TV for all to see. Guests are immersed in the artistic journey and leave with a framed 5x7" painting of themselves, along with a cherished time-lapse recording, allowing them to relive the joyous occasion over and over again. Servicing to events like corporate functions, fundraisers, and more!
*SERVICING PORTLAND, OREGON: SUMMER 2024*
13 Reviews
Victoria and her crew did an amazing job at our baby shower! Our guests were floored with her talents and expressed how much they loved the ability to take their portraits home right away. Her set-up and personality allowed our guest to feel "at home" while they watched her creating their portraits. I highly recommend booking this service for your events! Fantastic job!!
Live Artwork, Party Favors Company, Caricaturist
Watercolor connections made the birthday party that much better! All the guests were excited to be able to take a momento home and loved the personalized touch of the watercolor portraits. Victoria made everyone feel welcome and at ease. 10/10 recommend!
Live Artwork
I've had the pleasure of working with Victoria several times, and she always delivers an extraordinary experience. Her approach is personable and unique, leaving a lasting impact on guests. I often hear how special her portraits make people feel—these aren't quick caricatures but thoughtful works that capture the essence of each individual. Everyone who sits for her walks away feeling valued. If you're looking to add a meaningful and personal touch to your wedding, party, baby shower, or graduation, Victoria's artistry will elevate your event.
Live Artwork, Party Favors Company
Everyone was very impressed by this. Such a fun addition to the party. Just wish we had them for longer so more people could sign up!
Caricaturist
I would recommend this vendor
In a heart beat!!! Wonderful people and kept the wedding flowing. Guests enjoyed the experience.
Caricaturist
Watercolor Connections brought holiday cheer to our party with their exceptional talent, creating a festive atmosphere that all our guests appreciated. Their table was the highlight or our party. I would highly recommend for any occasion.
Caricaturist, Corporate Entertainment, Live Artwork, Party Favors Company
Hired for baseball banquet. She was busy all night. Crowd very receptive!
Caricaturist
Victoria and her teammate were awesome to work with and brought a new, creative experience to our Fall Fest this year! Her communication was excellent and she was a pleasure to work with throughout the booking and planning process. Everyone who had their portrait drawn was amazed with her talent and so pleased with her kindness. Our community is still buzzing with excitement with how neat it was to have their portraits drawn with watercolor paints. It was personable, fun, and cozy! Thank you for sharing your talent with us, Victoria! We can't wait to have you back again sometime!
Live Artwork, Caricaturist
Watercolor Connections is A++. Victoria’s high-tech set up combined with exceptional talent- makes for a very cool artistic experience.
We’ve worked with Watercolor Connections at the Motown Museum and HIGHLY recommend! Great fun for any event- big or small.
Live Artwork
Response from Watercolor Connections:
Thank you so much for your fantastic review!
It was our pleasure to be a part of your event at the Motown Museum. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to the opportunity to create more memorable moments together in the future. 🎉
Victoria did exactly what she has listed and is advertised! Offered a nice unique component to our event
Arts/Entertainment Speaker
Victoria alone is a staple in the Art Industry that we have followed for many years! Watercolor Connections allows for a more intimate sight into her Art. A unique twist for any and all events providing a fun experience for all ages creating memories that last forever! She’s always on time with her own set up which makes it so much easier for events. We have booked Victoria for our team events and will continue to do so in the future.
Corporate Entertainment, Live Artwork, Party Favors Company
My fiancé and I used Victoria at Watercolor Connections for our bridal shower and what a beautiful turn out. Victoria was wonderful with communication in the months leading up and was so pleasant to work with. I felt like we had been friends for years. Victoria and her assistant were not only kind and polite but made sure to interact with each of our guests making everyone feel welcomed and engaged. Very talented company it was truly the perfect touch to our special day. Will most certainly be using Watercolor Connections again and I have been referring the company to everyone!
Live Artwork, Party Favors Company
From a vendor perspective I had the opportunity to work with Victoria & her team on a bridal shower in March of 2023! They were friendly & professional! Having Watercolor Connections on site during the event added a level of entertainment & surprise & delight for the attendees!
Caricaturist
Response from Watercolor Connections:
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! It was a pleasure working with you and being a part of the bridal shower in March. I'm thrilled to hear that our presence added entertainment and surprise to the event.
Wishing you continued success with your future events!
Booking Info
Price Range: $500 per hour
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
▪️ 5-minute minimum per portrait
▪️ Framed 5x7" watercolor portraits on high-quality paper
▪️ Complete setup with a 6ft table, chair, TV, and artist supplies
▪️ Timelapse videos of each painting available for digital download on our website
▪️ Assistant to manage the line and deliver framed portraits to guests
▪️ Outdoor events feature a 10'x10' tent with walls
Experience the joy of live portraiture with Watercolor Connections. We can capture your likeness in just 5 minutes, creating beautifully framed watercolor portraits. Enjoy the complete setup, including a table, chair, and TV, while our assistant ensures a smooth process. Take home your portrait and relive the experience with timelapse videos. Outdoor events are covered with our spacious tent.
About
Victoria Bayagich is an independent artist in Detroit, MI. She graduated from the College for Creative Studies in 2015 and became a mother shortly after. Her diverse background as a Mexican-Yugoslavian woman, influenced by her parents' traditional crafts and technical skills, fuels her exploration of both conventional and contemporary mediums. Inspired by an influential local artist from her childhood, Victoria strives to capture the essence of her subjects in her portraiture. As a single mother, she embodies the resilience of the hustle culture, finding innovative ways to make art accessible without compromising its value. Victoria's artwork has garnered recognition and engagement, including partnerships with esteemed organizations like Shinola, United Wholsale Mortgage, Footlocker, House of Dank, and plenty more to come!
In 2020, she launched "Watercolor Connections," a live portrait painting experience that utilizes technology by broadcasting the process via a monitor in response to the global pandemic. Now, it is a business that commemorates milestones. Her artistic journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of her skills, constantly seeking growth and evolution. By gracefully balancing the demands of parenthood, Victoria serves as a powerful inspiration for others, encouraging them to fearlessly pursue their passions.
Additional Booking Notes
▪️ Need access to outlet 🔌
▪️ Cannot be in extreme weathers (hot🔥/❄️cold will damage equipment)
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| December 14, 2024 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 01, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| November 17, 2024 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
| October 27, 2024 • 12:00pm - 4:00pm | Halloween Party |
| October 24, 2024 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| October 12, 2024 • 4:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Cocktail Hour |
| September 28, 2024 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
| September 18, 2024 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| September 15, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| September 07, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| August 17, 2024 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Festival |
| July 27, 2024 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Graduation |
| May 10, 2024 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Grand Opening |
| March 22, 2024 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| December 14, 2023 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Holiday Party |
| December 09, 2023 • 6:30pm - 10:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 07, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Fundraiser |
| December 05, 2023 • 8:00am - 10:00am | Nonprofit Event |
| November 04, 2023 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| October 07, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | Festival |
| October 07, 2023 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm | 2nd Annual Fall Festival (Morenci, MI) |
| September 23, 2023 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| September 16, 2023 • 3:00pm - 5:30pm | Festival |
| September 08, 2023 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Birthday Party |
Team
| Aurora Abolio | Assistant |
| Kay Bae | Assistant |
| Veronica Bayagich | Assistant |
| Darius Baber | Additional Artist |
| Victoria Bayagich | Business Owner & Lead Artist |
Influences & Inspiration
Impressionism
The elderly man with the salt & pepper locs drawing charcoal portraitures in Greektown (Downtown Detroit) outside of Astoria.
Setup Requirements
Access to outlet
Cocktail Table
Lounge area / seating for guests
6ft table
2 chairs