A woman with dark hair and earrings is sitting at a red table, painting with watercolors. There are handbags displayed on red shelves behind her and art supplies on the table.

LIVE EVENTS ARTIST - FASHION ILLUSTRATION EXPERIENCES

I’m a UK-based live events artist and visual content creator, specializing in luxury events within fashion, beauty, corporate and weddings. I bring traditional hand-drawn illustrations to life in a live setting, offering a highly personalised client experience.

Each sketch, whether standing or portrait, takes 10–15 minutes and is created using mixed media of coloured pencils, markers, and watercolours, inks, or gouache. See below for examples.

For more information please contact Marie-Claire Lipstick of London at mc@lipstickillustration.com Prices start at £350 per hour with a 3 hour minimum booking + travel.

Clients include brands such as Chanel, Miu Miu, Ferragamo, Alexander McQueen, Toteme, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co, Matches Fashion, Leica, Louboutin, L’Oréal, ShowStudio and many more.

Available for events in NYC, London, and across Europe.

Portrait Sketches

A portrait sketch of a man with bald head, mustache, and mustache, wearing a jacket with broad, dark strokes.
A watercolor portrait of a man with black hair, glasses, wearing a white shirt and dark jacket.
A hand-drawn portrait of a man with short hair, wearing a suit jacket, with the name 'Avi' written at the bottom right corner. The paper has colored borders in red, blue, yellow, and green.
A mixed media portrait of a man wearing glasses with dark hair, drawn with black ink and watercolor on paper. Drawin live at a coporate event. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A young woman in a purple blouse holding a portrait sketch of her face, showing her with expression, styled hair, a chain necklace, and wearing an outfit similar to her own. Live drawing backstage at Barcelona Fashion Week. Live events artists Connie
Watercolor portrait of a middle-aged man with a receding hairline, light skin, and wearing a collared shirt. Drawing a live portrait at a BarMitzvah in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A colorful watercolor portrait of a woman with short, styled hair, wearing a sleeveless black top, a necklace, and an earring. Drawing a live portrait at a BarMitzvah in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A young man with dark hair, wearing a black shirt, holding a watercolor portrait of himself. Drawing a live portrait of an influence at a PR Launch party Drunken Elephant in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A watercolor portrait of a woman with wavy hair, set on an easel at an event with people socializing in the background, tables. Drawing a live portrait of an influencer at a PR Launch party Drunken Elephant in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair and light skin holds up a watercolor sketch of herself. Drawing a live portrait of an influencer at a PR Launch party Marriott Hotel in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A woman with dark curly hair smiling and holding a caricature portrait of herself at an indoor event with other people in the background. Drawing a live portrait of an influencer at a PR Launch party Marriott Hotel in London. Live events artists.
A watercolor portrait of a man and woman on paper, with watercolor paints and brushes visible on a palette nearby. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party ferragamo in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
A man with glasses and curly hair looks to the side while sitting in a room with other people. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Leica in London. Live events artists Connie Lim.
Woman wearing a beige hijab and white top holding a sketch of her face, showing her real face with makeup and the drawing with minimal lines. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim
Line drawing of a woman with curly hair tied with bows, wearing a necklace, on beige paper with a black marker next to it. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim
A woman with curly hair and light brown skin holding a line drawing of a woman's face, inside a cozy room with a mirror and other people in the background. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artist
Line drawing of a woman's face on paper with a brown marker beside it. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim
A man with dark hair, beard, and rings on his fingers sitting indoors near a window, holding a drawing of himself that depicts a man with curly hair and a beard. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events
A young woman with braided hair holding a drawing of a woman's face winking. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim
Line drawing of a woman's face with wavy hair and detailed facial features on a beige background. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim
Line art drawing of a woman's face with curly hair on beige paper, with two black markers beside it. Drawing a live portrait of an couple at a PR Launch party Aveeno in London. Live events artists Connie Lim

Quick standing sketches

Fashion illustration of a woman wearing a colorful, striped gown with a deep neckline, accessorized with earrings, and wearing high heels.
Sketch of two men in tuxedos holding champagne glasses at a formal event.
A watercolor illustration of a young man with curly hair, wearing a beige blazer, white shirt with a collar, black tie, dark pants, and black shoes, standing with hands in pockets.
A watercolor illustration of a woman with dark skin, short hair, wearing a black leather jacket, a white shirt, light blue ripped jeans, and holding a small brown bag in her left hand.
Illustration of two men in blue suits, standing side by side, wearing dress shirts, ties, and brown shoes, with boutonnières on their lapels.
A fashion illustration of a woman with dark hair, wearing sunglasses and a colorful top, holding a brown handbag, and dressed in loose black pants.
A watercolor illustration of a man and woman dressed in formal attire, standing side by side. The man is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and black tie, and has his left hand in his pocket. The woman is wearing a long, red gown with a plunging
Watercolor drawing of a person standing with hands in pockets, wearing a striped shirt, light blue jeans, and black shoes.

Miu Miu / In store Live drawing products and clients at Harrods, London

Fashion illustration of a woman wearing a plaid blazer, shorts, and high heels, holding a handbag, with the brand name Miu Miu above. Drawing live drawing of an couple at a VIP activation if Miu Miu in London Harrods. Live events artists Connie Lim
A hand-drawn fashion illustration of a woman sitting on a bench, holding a yellow clutch, wearing a black top with blue sleeves and beige pants. Drawing live drawing of an couple at a VIP activation if Miu Miu in London Harrods. Live events artists
Fashion illustration of a smiling woman carrying a Miu Miu handbag. Drawing live drawing of an couple at a VIP activation if Miu Miu in London Harrods. Live events artists Connie Lim

DIOR / London Flagship Store

Fashion illustration of a woman wearing a tan jacket, white pants, high heels, carrying a patterned handbag, and accessorized with jewelry. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Dior in London. Live events artists.
A woman dressed in black is sitting at a desk with art supplies, writing in a notebook. The desk has a Christian Dior shopping bag, a stack of books or magazines, and a large black vase with pink and red flowers. Behind her is a large abstract black-
Hand holding a fashion sketch of a woman in a long black dress and white coat, with art supplies and flowers in the background. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Dior in London. Live events artists.
A Christian Dior shopping bag on a table, with various art supplies including colored pencils, markers, paint brushes, watercolor set, and a watercolor sketch of a woman with red hair. There is also a bouquet of flowers and some stacked papers on the
A woman holds a sketch of a fashion outfit in front of a display mannequin dressed in a gray, black, and white plaid suit with a jacket and wide-leg pants, in a clothing store. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Dior in London.
A hand holding a piece of paper with a fashion illustration of a woman in stylish casual clothing. The background includes flowers, a coffee cup, and watercolor paints. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Dior in London.
A hand holding a watercolor illustration of a woman in a black dress with a belt and black heels. The background shows a retail or boutique setting with art supplies and a potted plant. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Dior.
A watercolor illustration of a woman with gray hair tied back, wearing a long, patterned coat in shades of blue and white, holding a small orange handbag. The word 'Dior' is written in red at the bottom right corner.
A hand holding a fashion illustration card showing a woman in a beige coat with floral details, a blue skirt, and black high heels, with a Dior logo visible on a box in the background.

Chanel / Royal Ascot London 2024

An outdoor fashion illustration setup with a wooden easel holding two fashion sketches, watercolor paints, and brushes on a small table, set on a wooden deck near a white bench and a potted plant, with a crowd at a racetrack or outdoor event in the b
Fashion illustration of a woman wearing a hat, jacket, and high heels, with an artist's signature in red. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Chanel at Royal ascot. Live events artists, Connie Lim.
A woman with blonde hair wearing black sunglasses, a black hat, and a black sequin jacket, holding a sketch of a woman in stylish clothing. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Chanel at Royal ascot. Live events artists, Connie
Fashion illustration of a woman in a black dress with a large hat, carrying a black handbag, standing with one hand on her waist. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Chanel at Royal ascot. Live events artists, Connie Lim.
Fashion illustration of a woman in a white blouse, beige skirt, patterned stockings, and black heels. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation if Chanel at Royal ascot. Live events artists, Connie Lim.
Two women in elegant dresses and elaborate hats, holding fashion sketches, standing outdoors at a racecourse or event venue with a multi-story building and a cloudy sky in the background.

Toteme / In store Live drawing personalised holiday cards / Mayfair, London

Hand-drawn holiday greeting card featuring gift boxes with black and white feathers and gold accents, with "Season Greetings" written at the bottom. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation at Toteme in London. Live events artist Connie
Art supplies on a table, including colored pencils, watercolor paints, and brushes, alongside a black and white ink drawing of a floral wreath with a bow, inside a store with clothing racks in the background.
A hand-drawn illustration of a Christmas tree made of wrapped presents, decorated with ribbons and bows on a beige background. Drawing live drawing of an client at a VIP activation at Toteme in London. Live events artist Connie
A woman in a black shirt is sitting at a table, drawing or writing on paper with markers. There are art supplies, notebooks, and a glass of water on the table. Drawing live at an activation at Toteme in London. Live events artist Connie Lim
Black and white illustration of a Christmas tree made of stacked gift boxes, with some decorated with foliage, and a signature reading "Season Greetings" at the bottom.
A person holds a minimalist greeting card with a watercolor illustration of a stacked presents and the text 'Season's Greetings'. The background features a clothing rack with black and white garments in a boutique or store.

Holiday Illustrations

Three sets of lips, each with a different lipstick shade, photographed with a white background.
Hand-drawn sketches of gift boxes with bows and hearts in red, on white tape, on a beige background.
Valentine's Day card with pink and red lipstick kiss marks and handwritten messages saying "Be my Valentine" and "my happy".

In-store live product drawings

Sketch of a shoe with the word 'MATCHES' at the top, featuring a colorful, abstract design and outlined in black. Drawing live at a VIP activation at Matches Fashion in London. Live events artist Connie Lim. Gucci Shoes.
Drawing of a matchstick box and a shoe on paper, with the word "MATCHES" at the top. Drawing live at a VIP activation at Matches Fashion in London. Live events artist Connie Lim. Gucci Shoes.
A sketch of a hooded jacket with a floral pattern, with handwritten notes and labels around it.
A colorful fashion illustration of a woman in a red dramatic gown with large ruffled shoulders, displayed in front of an actual red fashion dress with similar design details on a mannequin in a store or gallery. Alexander Mcqueen live drawing.
A sketch of a black handbag with a snakeskin pattern and gold accents, featuring four gold rings on the top and some leather detailing on the front. Alexander Mcqueen live drawing.
A black and silver embellished clutch purse with a knuckle ring handle rests on a wooden table, accompanied by an illustrated sketch of the purse with the designer's name, Alexander McQueen, and the hashtag #McQueenPreSS24. Alexander Mcqueen
Black beaded handbag with chain strap placed on a marble surface, alongside a drawing of the handbag on a white sheet of paper. Alexander Mcqueen live drawing.
Pair of black crocodile-patterned leather loafers with gold hardware on a white surface, with a pink sketchbook or brochure showing an illustration of the same shoe design and the brand name Miu Miu.
A pair of black high-heeled shoes displayed on a mirror surface in a red-themed setting, with a hand holding a sketch of the same shoes on white paper in front.
Hand holding a sketch of a red high-heeled shoe in front of a display of a similar red high-heeled shoe on a mirror at a red-themed store or exhibit.

Live drawing for Tiffany & Co / Private event

A fashion illustration of a woman in black high heels, black pants, and a black jacket, seated on a stool, with a Tiffany & Co. box in the background. Live events artist at tiffany & Co.
A woman sits on a chair in a black dress with a slit, getting her portrait painted by an artist. The artist is working on a small canvas, capturing her likeness with watercolor paints. There are art supplies on the table in front of the artist, and a
Drawing of a woman with long brown hair sitting on a chair, wearing a green jacket, white pants, and high heels, holding a handbag, with a subtle smile. Live events artist at tiffany & Co.

Barcelona Fashion Week / Backstage + Runway for Fashion Brand Bielo

A woman with dark curly hair drawing a portrait of herself at an art event, with other people in the background.
A young woman with light skin and closed eyes, with a hand-drawn style, is wearing hair curlers on her head.
Young woman with curly hair and a hair roller, holding a drawing of herself with curled hair, in an indoor setting with people and chairs.
Side profile of a person with curly hair, wearing a shirt with a ruffled collar, drawn with sketchy lines and soft colors.
Comparison of a fashion illustration and a real person, both wearing a red sleep mask around the neck, a beige collared shirt, dark pants, sandals, and a walking cane. The real person is standing against a textured brick wall with a disheveled hairst
A person holding a sketch of a fashion illustration of a woman dressed in a beige shirt, black pants, and green shoes, with sunglasses and a cane. The person wears a beige top, a red visor, and a red lanyard with a small red bag. They stand in an ind
A young person wearing a beige sweatshirt, beige pants, green shoes with black strings, black sunglasses, and a green cap, standing against a textured brick wall. They are accessorized with layered necklaces and a dark leafy necklace.
A digital illustration of a woman with dark skin, short curly hair, wearing a patterned jacket with a zipper down the front.
A photo of a man carrying a bag over his shoulder, wearing sunglasses, a black button-up shirt, a black jacket, a black skirt, and sandals, standing against a textured wall.
Close-up of a patterned fabric with small green square and diamond shapes, featuring brown leather objects or accessories at the bottom edges.
A fashion sketch of a woman wearing sunglasses and a blazer, carrying a handbag over her shoulder.
Comparison of a fashion sketch and a real-life model wearing a loose white dress with pink floral designs and layered necklaces, standing against a white brick wall.