I create fashion sketching and illustration content on Instagram. Over the years, I’ve worked with luxury brands, fashion shows, bridal showers, and even restaurant groups. Every event is different, but the goal is always the same: to capture the energy, style, and essence of each guest in a few expressive strokes. I work with mixed media, often combining pen, marker, watercolor, and pencil, sometimes on mixed media paper, sometimes on watercolor paper. Watercolor is one of my favorite mediums because it’s quick, expressive, and easy on the hand. To capture each guest, I typically take a quick reference photo and then work from that. Each sketch takes about 10–12 minutes, and I complete as many as time allows. Once finished, every illustration is neatly slipped into a protective sleeve, ready for guests to pick up during or after the event. It’s not only a beautiful keepsake but also a unique experience that guests remember. Scroll down to see some of my works!
Event sketching is more than drawing. It creates an experience. Guests often gather to watch, turning it into a live performance. There is excitement in seeing yourself appear on paper in minutes. The process is quick, spontaneous, and full of character.
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Tips for Aspiring Illustrators
If you want to start event sketching, here are key lessons:
Practice constantly. The pace is fast, and confidence comes from repetition.
Focus on fashion, not portraits. Capture essence, style, and movement, not every detail.
Simplify. Time limits force you to choose what matters most.
Forget perfection. The looseness and energy make sketches feel alive.
Event sketching mixes art, performance, and fashion. The goal is to create something memorable in the moment.
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Bella Tserendorj is a New York City–based fashion illustrator and designer. She studied fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and built a career combining art and fashion. She specializes in live event sketching, creating fast, expressive illustrations that capture each guest’s style in minutes. Her work has appeared at luxury brand events, fashion shows, bridal showers, and restaurant groups, offering a unique interactive experience.
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