Live Event Illustration
Tracey Smith is an award-winning live event illustrator based in Hackney, London, available for corporate events, fashion activations, weddings, brand launches, openings and private occasions across the city and beyond. Working as a live event artist in real time, she creates hand-drawn ink and watercolour portraits and illustrations that capture the spirit and style of your event — each piece finished on the night and taken home by your guests as a personal, hand-made memento unlike anything else.
Winner of the Live Event Artist of the Year award at the 8th Fida Worldwide Fashion Illustration Awards 2023, Tracey brings both professional craft and genuine warmth to every event she works at. She has drawn live at London Fashion Week, for Showstudio, at Drawing Cabaret Couture and as artist in residence at Fashion Scout — and draws with the same care and energy at a private birthday as she does at a major brand activation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is live event illustration?
- Live event illustration is the art of creating hand-drawn portraits and illustrations in real time at your event. Tracey works in ink and watercolour, producing finished artworks that guests can take home as a unique and personal memento.
- Do you offer live portrait illustration?
- Yes — live portrait illustration is at the heart of Tracey's live event work. She draws guests in real time, creating expressive hand-drawn watercolour portraits that capture each person's individual style.
- What types of events do you cover?
- Tracey is available for corporate events, fashion activations, brand launches, openings, team building days, weddings and private occasions. She has worked with fashion brands, event organisers and private clients across London and beyond.
- How do I book a live event illustrator?
- Get in touch directly at fashion_bunny@hotmail.com or call +44 7790 428950 to discuss your event, dates and requirements.
Looking to book a live event illustrator for your next occasion? Visit the full live event illustration service page for details on what to expect, FAQs and how to get started.