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Live Sketching at Boka Chicago for an intimate wedding reception

Over the weekend I got the chance to live fashion sketch in Chicago, for an intimate wedding reception for a lovely couple: Mark & Debbie! It was held at the beautiful Boka restaurant in Lincoln Park. I was so excited because this restaurant is stunning and a Michelin star ;) So events like this always feel extra special and elevated.

It was 75 and sunny, just the perfect day for a wedding. And I adored the flowers.

We created full color sketches on 5 x 7” for guests to take home. They LOVED them. It was so fun to make their guests something super memorable.

I was able to make a lot of people smile, and that always is a pleasure. Live sketching guests fashion fits is always so rewarding. I understand how much time and effort guests put into what they wear for a wedding…so being able to create a keepsake of their look in a handmade piece of art seems fitting.

A side note: some weddings & events I do not capture every photo of guests with their artwork, and this event I did that. I have over 93K followers on Instagram and when I post on social, I am becoming more aware of protecting guest’s & client’s privacy. It’s something I am currently figuring out. If you are interested in booking and want your event to be private, please let me know so I can create the experience you feel most comfortable with.

My set up was in a cozy chic booth!

My couple emailed the next morning, and it put a huge smile on my face :)

Mark & Debbie were kind enough to let me try out the food & drinks at the event. The Korean fried chicken sliders & pasta were SO GOOD! I felt very taken care of and appreciated. Thank you again to Mark, Debbie and the Boka team!

If you’re interested in booking the live fashion sketching experience at your next event just email: jessillustration@gmail.com

xo

Jess

Tuesday 06.23.26
Posted by Jessica Durrant
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