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Silhouette Cutters for Hire in Kensington
Planning an event in Kensington? Silhouette artists who cut a guest's profile freehand from paper in a couple of minutes, a vintage keepsake to take home. We regularly work in hotels and event venues like the ones around Kensington.

- Living statues
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- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
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- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Silhouette Cutters in Kensington at a glance
Booking silhouette cutters in Kensington
WowActs books silhouette cutters in Kensington, Central London, 4 miles west of central London, covering the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Novotel Hammersmith for up to 900 guests.
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- County
- Central London
- Postcodes
- W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 +1
- Location
- 4 miles west of central London
- Venues on our list nearby
- 12
- Largest nearby venue
- Novotel Hammersmith, up to 900 guests
Planning silhouette cutters in Kensington
Our venue list around Kensington includes 8 hotels and 4 event venues, with Novotel Hammersmith the biggest at up to 900 guests. That range matters when you book silhouette cutters: a ballroom, a marquee and a private dining room each need a different set-up.
Kensington is 4 miles west of central London, and we book silhouette cutters into every part of London, from Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith outwards.
A tip for Kensington bookings: silhouettes can be mounted on cards with your names, date or logo.
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Themes
Silhouette Cutters in a themed package
Book this act on its own, or as part of a full themed line-up.
How it works
Booking is easy
- 1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
- 2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
- 3
We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.
The guide
Booking silhouette cutters in Kensington: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books silhouette cutters in Kensington, Central London, 4 miles west of central London, covering the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Novotel Hammersmith for up to 900 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.
Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Central London
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day
What is a silhouette cutter?
A silhouette cutter is an artist who cuts a guest's profile freehand from black paper using only scissors and a sharp eye, usually in a couple of minutes. The finished silhouette is mounted on card for the guest to take home.
It is an old craft with a vintage charm that suits weddings, Gatsby and Parisian nights and elegant corporate events. Because each cut is quick, an artist can see a steady stream of guests, and watching it happen is part of the entertainment.
Where it works best
Christmas parties
A personal take-home from the night.
Brand events
Silhouettes mounted on branded card.
Gatsby nights
A vintage art form for a 1920s party.
Parisian themes
Old-world charm for a French night.
Weddings
A keepsake favour for every guest.
Corporate receptions
A personal gift guests actually keep.
Tips from our team
- 1
Brand the mounts
Silhouettes can be mounted on cards with your names, date or logo.
- 2
Set up in good light
A bright, even light on the guest's profile makes for a crisp silhouette.
- 3
Manage the queue
Place the artist where a queue will not block a walkway or the bar.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Kensington can host a large event?
On our list, Novotel Hammersmith (up to 900 guests), Royal Lancaster London (up to 900 guests), ILEC Conference Centre – Earls Court (up to 800 guests) and Natural History Museum (up to 500 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan silhouette cutters around the space.
Do venues around Kensington have rules for performers?
Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.
How much do silhouette cutters cost in Kensington?
There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Kensington is 4 miles west of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Kensington do you cover?
All of W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12, including Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith, plus the rest of Central London and nearby Hammersmith, Chiswick, Chelsea and Marylebone.
How long does each silhouette take?
Usually a couple of minutes per guest, so an artist can see a good number of guests in a session.
Can the silhouettes be personalised?
Yes. Cards can be printed with your names, date, event title or logo.
Can couples or children be cut together?
Often, yes. Ask the artist on the day, as group silhouettes take a little longer.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?
Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.
Do you work with our venue and event team?
Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to Kensington
Silhouette Cutters across Kensington and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- W2
- W8
- W9
- NW6
- W10
- W11
- W12
We book silhouette cutters in Kensington and every address in the W2, W8, W9, NW6, W10, W11 and W12 postcode districts, including Hampstead, Acton and Hammersmith. We also travel across Central London and the rest of London.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Kensington
12 venues on our list are in or near Kensington, mostly hotels and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Copthorne Tara Hotel Kensington
Hotel up to 240W8 5SR
Shanon, Liffey
View on mapNovotel Hammersmith
Hotel up to 900W6 8DR
Champagne Suite
View on mapMarriott Kensington
Hotel up to 140SW5 0TH
Veneto Suite
View on mapHilton Paddington Hotel
Hotel up to 280W2 1EE
Great Western Room
View on mapRoyal Lancaster London
Hotel up to 900W2 2TY
Westbourne Suite, Nine Kings Suite
View on mapMillennium Gloucester Hotel
Hotel up to 400SW7 4LH
Conservatory, Cromwell, Orchard, Sentosa, Grand Ballroom
View on mapILEC Conference Centre – Earls Court
Event Venue up to 800SW6 1UD
London Suite
View on mapNatural History Museum
Event Venue up to 500SW7 5BD
Hintze Hall
View on mapvoco London
Hotel up to 350W2 1JU
View on mapLord’s Cricket Ground
Event Venue up to 400NW8 8QN
Thomas Lord Suite
View on mapThe V&A Museum
Event Venue up to 400SW7 2ND
Ballroom
View on mapThe Landmark London
Hotel up to 400NW1 6JQ
Marble Ballroom, Grand Ballroom
View on map
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Pair it with
Acts that work well together

Stilt Walkers in Kensington
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Champagne Walkers in Kensington
Strolling LED champagne tables that serve as they walk

Aerial Performers in Kensington
Hoop, silks and freestanding aerial rigs

Giant Martini Glass Show in Kensington
A performer, a giant glass and a lot of glamour
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