WHY INCLUDE A VENUE ILLUSTRATION IN YOUR WEDDING STATIONERY?

signedbycharlotte
Aug 15
2 min read

A hand-drawn way to tell your story and set the tone for your day

Your wedding venue is more than just a location - it’s the backdrop to one of the most meaningful days of your life. That’s why a venue illustration is such a special addition to your wedding stationery suite.

It’s not only beautiful and unique, but it’s also deeply personal and a lovely keepsake.

WHAT IS A WEDDING VENUE ILLUSTRATION?

A venue illustration is a hand-drawn sketch of your wedding location, captured in a way that highlights its unique features and charm. Think of it as a little preview of the setting your guests will soon step into - whether that’s a country house, a modern barn, a coastal retreat or a charming garden venue.

Elegant gatefold wedding invitation with illustrated timeline and bespoke venue sketch. — Bespoke Venue Illustration by Signed By Charlotte

WHY MY COUPLES LOVE VENUE ILLUSTRATIONS

Including a venue sketch in your stationery suite adds:

A personal touch that sets your invitation apart
A visual story - giving guests a sneak peek of your day
A nod to your shared memories, especially if your venue holds sentimental value
A timeless keepsake you’ll treasure long after the wedding

They work beautifully on:

Save the Dates
Invitation cards
Envelope liners
Welcome signs
Ceremony Order of Service
Thank You cards

Wedding Order of Service booklet featuring a line drawing venue illustration of a church. — Church venue illustration for an Order of Service booklet by Signed By Charlotte

HOW MY VENUE ILLUSTRATIONS ARE CREATED

I create each of my venue illustrations digitally by hand, allowing for the fine details and warm character of traditional drawing, with the versatility to be beautifully printed across your stationery.

Each venue illustration is digitally hand-drawn by me, based on reference photos you provide. I take great care to capture the architectural features, surroundings, and overall feel of the space in a way that feels romantic, refined, and true to your wedding style.

You can choose to keep the artwork minimal and modern, or more detailed and classic - either way, your sketch will be completely bespoke to you.

Sketching a wedding venue digitally by hand on a tablet, which will be printed onto wedding invitations — Digitally drawing a venue illustration. Photo credit: Pebble Heaven Photography

A THOUGHTFUL DETAIL THAT LASTS

Many couples choose to frame their venue illustration after the wedding, as a special keepsake to display in their home. It’s one of those small touches that becomes more meaningful over time - a beautiful way to remember where your story began.

You could even commission an illustration of yours or a loved one's home as a special gift - perfect for anniversaries, housewarmings, or as a timeless gift.