Live Fashion Illustration
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Every illustration is one-of-a-kind and sketched on site to create a unique visual and elevated experience. Have Ivy help amplify your event’s publicity and make your guests feel like VIP's! Available for local events and globally!
What kind of events does Ivy illustrate at? All of them! Her most popular events are Activation Events for Fashion Brands, Charity Galas and Corporate dinners and events. Ivy has also done her share of Weddings, Brand Launches, Trunk Shows, Fashion Shows, Bachelorette Parties, Design Studio Grand Openings, Graduation Parties, Fashion Week Events, Bar Mitzvahs & Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties and many other events!



Q&A
Q: What is the cost of Live Fashion Illustration?
A: Please contact Ivy for rates. 4 hour minimum in the Milwaukee area, 5 hour minimum outside of the Milwaukee area.
Deposit is due to secure your date.
Q: How long does each illustration Take?
A: Depending on the details and flow of the event, it takes an average of 6-8 mins to illustrate each person, about 6 people an hour.
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Q: Do you travel?
A: Yes! Ivy is based in Milwaukee, WI, but is available to travel worldwide to be your Live Fashion Illustrator!
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Q: Can the paper be customized?
A: Absolutely! Names, date and/or a logo digital file provided by the host can be added to the paper. $150
8"x 10" marker paper with professional markers. Standard frame size.
B: A table sign will be on display explaining the process. Table sign can be customized starting at $200.
Q: How does the process work?
A: Photos are taken of the guests as they arrive. Ivy takes a photo of your guests. While they enjoy your event Ivy illustrates them in their fabulous attire. They can take their illustration as it finished or at the end of the event. Guests are always welcome to watch the live illustration process! Illustration station requires a table and chair - all of which are provided by the host/venue.
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Q: Cocktail Hour & Reception will be in different locations - will this work?
A: Yes! If you foresee having multiple locations, please let Ivy know. It's recommended that both locations are set up prior to the start time with a table and chair for a seamless transition between locations.
Q: Can time be added on the day of?
A: Yes! If Ivy is available, one hour can be added.
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Q: What Is Your Cancelation Policy?
A: Cancelation must be made 60 days before the event. The deposit is non-refundable.
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Q: Are there restrictions on Live Fashion Illustrations?
A: Yes, they are as follows:
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Maximum of 2 people per illustration.
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To accommodate as many guests as possible, limit one illustration per person.
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The person must be in attendance to be illustrated. (must ask prior to event if you have a special request)
CLICK THROUGH IMAGES BELOW FOR PHOTOS FROM PAST EVENTS!
Corporate Awards Dinner
Belmond La Samanna
Saint Martin

Illustrators Ivy McConnell and Inanna Jessup illustrating guests at La Samanna resort on Saint Martin Island in the Caribbean. Photo by: Aga Sypnievska

Illustrator Ivy McConnell illustrating guests at La Samanna resort on Saint Martin Island in the Caribbean. Photo by: Aga Sypnievska

Guest Sketch at La Samanna Resort on St Martin Island in the Caribbean!

Illustrators Ivy McConnell and Inanna Jessup illustrating guests at La Samanna resort on Saint Martin Island in the Caribbean. Photo by: Aga Sypnievska
Tiffany & Co. Client Event at Phipps Plaza & Lenox Square
Atlanta, GA

Clients enjoy their Live Fashion Illustrations at Atlanta - Lenox Square Tiffany & Co.


Ivy creating Tiffany & Co. client fashion sketches!

Clients enjoy their Live Fashion Illustrations at Atlanta - Lenox Square Tiffany & Co.
Caroline and Charlie's Wedding at The Larzs Anderson House
Washington, DC

Photo by Abby Hart Photography at the Larz Anderson House in Washington, DC

Photo by Abby Hart Photography at the Larz Anderson House in Washington DC


Photo by Abby Hart Photography at the Larz Anderson House in Washington, DC
Grand Opening of VMR
Chicago, IL

Live Fashion Illustration of Tina Kourasis. Owner of VMR Chicago at the stores grand opening!

Live Fashion Illustration of Tina Kourasis. Owner of VMR Chicago at the stores grand opening! She is wearing a denim suit by LAPOINTE.


Live Fashion Illustration of Tina Kourasis. Owner of VMR Chicago at the stores grand opening!
Madeline & Dean Lowry's Wedding at
Notre Dame Football Stadium
South Bend, IN

Ivy always gets a photo of the bride and groom and creates an illustration of them in her studio! Here is Dean and Madeline's illustration!



Ivy always gets a photo of the bride and groom and creates an illustration of them in her studio! Here is Dean and Madeline's illustration!
Brunello Cucinelli Event
at Nordstrom
Chicago, IL

SNL great Cheri Oteri and Mary DiSomma with their Fashion Sketch!

Live Fashion Sketches at Brunello Cucinelli Nordstrom, Chicago, IL

Live Fashion Sketches at Brunello Cucinelli Nordstrom, Chicago, IL

SNL great Cheri Oteri and Mary DiSomma with their Fashion Sketch!
Club WED for Grace Loves Lace
Chicago, IL

Ivy Created Live Fashion Sketches of brides to be for the Grace Loves Lace Club WED Chicago Event!

Ivy Created Live Fashion Sketches of brides to be for the Grace Loves Lace Club WED Chicago Event!

Ivy Created Live Fashion Sketches of brides to be for the Grace Loves Lace Club WED Chicago Event!

Ivy Created Live Fashion Sketches of brides to be for the Grace Loves Lace Club WED Chicago Event!
Ayrelle & Josh Harden at The Gingerbread House
Savannah, GA

Wedding guest sketches at The Gingerbread House in Savannah, Georgia!

Wedding guest sketches at The Gingerbread House in Savannah, Georgia!


Wedding guest sketches at The Gingerbread House in Savannah, Georgia!
Joey and Daniel's Wedding at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club
Jacksonville, FL

Wedding guests and their Live Fashion Illustration!

Live Fashion Illustrations at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Jacksonville, FL

Live Fashion Illustrations at Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Jacksonville, FL

Wedding guests and their Live Fashion Illustration!
Vicki & Tyler Anthony's Wedding at The Atlanta History Center
Atlanta, GA
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Wedding guests with their Live Fashion Illustrations at The Atlanta History Center!

Wedding guests with their Live Fashion Illustrations at The Atlanta History Center!


Wedding guests with their Live Fashion Illustrations at The Atlanta History Center!
Elizabeth & Nicolai Kessler's Wedding
at the IDS building, 50th floor
Minneapolis, MN

Live fashion sketch of wedding guests from the 50th floor of the IDS building.

Live fashion sketch of wedding guests from the 50th floor of the IDS building.

Live fashion sketch of wedding guests from the 50th floor of the IDS building.

Live fashion sketch of wedding guests from the 50th floor of the IDS building.
Make A Wish, Wish Night
at the Pfister Hotel
Milwaukee, WI

Ivy creating sketches of guests for the Make A Wish, Wish night on the spot as they enjoy the event! Photo by Olivia Nunley

Ivy creating sketches of guests for the Make A Wish, Wish night on the spot as they enjoy the event! Photo by Olivia Nunley


Ivy creating sketches of guests for the Make A Wish, Wish night on the spot as they enjoy the event! Photo by Olivia Nunley
Alyssa & Matt Semyck's Wedding at The Gardens Wedding Center
Allenton, WI

Wedding guests enjoy their live fashion illustration during a Garden Party Themed wedding at the Gardens Wedding Center!

Wedding guests enjoy their live fashion illustration during a Garden Party Themed wedding at the Gardens Wedding Center!


Wedding guests enjoy their live fashion illustration during a Garden Party Themed wedding at the Gardens Wedding Center!
Susie & Max Handler's Wedding at Little Nell
Aspen, CO

Photo by Sarah Porter Photography of guests admiring their illustration in Aspen, Colorado!


Ivy in action illustrating wedding guests during cocktail hour! Photo by Sarah Porter Photography

Photo by Sarah Porter Photography of guests admiring their illustration in Aspen, Colorado!
Gabriel & AJ Dillon's Wedding at The Horseshoe Bay Golf
Club Door County, WI

An AJ and Gabriel from their wedding reception. Gabriel showed off her 2nd look in a stunning Retrofit dress and comfortable slippers!



An AJ and Gabriel from their wedding reception. Gabriel showed off her 2nd look in a stunning Retrofit dress and comfortable slippers!