Watercolor illustration of multiple couples dressed in formal evening wear, standing side by side, painted by live watercolor guest illustration at a Manhattan wedding by NYC artist Sophie Fain.
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Signature-style text with the words 'by Sophie Fain' in gray.
A watercolor painting of a man and woman holding hands, dressed in traditional Indian attire. The man wears a cream-colored sherwani with gold accents, and the woman wears a pink saree with red and gold patterns, and jewelry.

  • I will illustrate your guests throughout your event in my unique style. Full-body fashion sketch style portraits make every guest excited to get their photo taken and will truly treasure their custom illustration created right before their eyes!

  • Yes! I am located in NYC, but am available to travel. Please note there will be a travel fee that covers time and expenses such as hotel, food, and transportation.

  • On average, I can illustrate 1 guest in roughly 6-7 minutes, and a couple in 9-10 minutes. Every event is different and the flow of the night will vary. On average, I complete 45-55 guests for a 5 hour event!

    Depending on the size of your guest list, not all guests may get an illustration during the event, but will after the event. I would recommend 2 artists if you want to guarantee more guests are illustrated during the event.

  • There are restrictions to illustrations to ensure I get to illustrate as many guests as possible. The limit is one sketch per person. Two people on one piece of paper is considered two portraits, but only one person may actually keep it.

  • Guests come to me! My assistant will photograph your guests as they come to my table and they can head back to the event! All of the completed portraits are wrapped in a protective clear sleeve and can be picked up at my table at the end of the night!

  • Yes! Customized inscriptions (name, date, (or any other detail) can be added to the paper.

  • I require a table and a chair under shade (no direct sunlight) - all of which are provided by the host/venue. The table should be at least 3 feet wide in order to display the work as well. Guests are welcome to watch the live illustration process!

  • Rates depend on the number of guests and the number of hours you book. Please get in touch and we can discuss details for your specific event!

  • You will begin by filling out the contact form below. If I am available on your specified date, I will respond with a custom quote for booking.

    Once you are ready to proceed you will see there is a contract to sign and invoice to pay. I require a 50% non-refundable retainer that will be due when the contract is signed. The rest of payment will be due day before your event.

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A watercolor painting of two women holding hands, each holding a bouquet of flowers. One woman is dressed in a flowing pink dress with a headscarf, and the other in a light-colored jumpsuit. Both women are wearing sunglasses.
Watercolor painting of a man and woman sitting on a scooter, with the man holding the handlebars and the woman holding a phone, both dressed in stylish clothing.

Current & Previous Clients

Live watercolor guest illustration at an NYC event. Sophie Fain sitting at corporate event painting live guest illustrations with watercolors.

American Girl

Sophie Fain painting live illustrations for a corporate event in New York City for guests to enjoy and take with them as a keepsake.

HexClad

A live guest illustration by Sophie Fain for the corporate event by Ketel One vodka in New York City. Features a drawing of a woman holding a cocktail glass and the text 'Made to Cocktail' at a dimly lit bar.

Kettle One

A man wearing glasses, a wide-brimmed hat decorated with flowers, and a black shirt with white pants holding a drawing of two people, standing next to a smiling woman in a tan, textured dress at an outdoor event under a large tent.

BELLA Magazine

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  • Hand holding a small illustrated print of a man and woman dressed in formal clothing, with other similar prints of couples dressed in formal attire displayed on a table.
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  • Handheld illustration of a couple in formal attire, a woman in a green gown and a man in a suit, standing together.
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  • Collection of live illustration fashion sketches, including a bride and groom in wedding attire, and other models in formal dresses and suits. Live event watercolor fashion illustrator based in New York City.
  • A watercolor sketch of a man in a tuxedo and a woman in a glamorous gown, holding hands in an elegant setting with chandeliers. Live event illustrator based in New York City using watercolor!