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Blog by London Fashion Illustrator Elyse Blackshaw
Thoughts, behind the scenes and updates


Maximalist Expression & Bold Identity: Why 2026 Is the Year of Showing Up Loudly
I've always been drawn to bold colours. I'm not even maximalist!
Elyse Blackshaw
3 days ago4 min read


Best Fashion Illustration Workshops in London 2026
I’ve delivered fashion illustration workshops in a wide range of inspiring spaces; from art‑led venues to intimate creative studios, cultural institutions, universities, and schools. Each setting shapes the experience, whether it’s expressive sketching, zine‑making, family character design, or student masterclasses. Every workshop becomes a creative community where people connect, explore and draw with confidence.
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 54 min read


Why Live Event Portraits Don’t Have to Be on Paper: A Fresh Approach to Brand Activations & Guest Personalisation
Discover how live portrait illustration goes beyond paper. See how personalised artwork on products, like custom painted Garnier bottles, create unforgettable brand events and elevated guest experiences.
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 33 min read


Fashion Illustration Workshops in London: Book a Creative Experience for Your Venue!
Experience creative, relaxing fashion illustration workshops in London. I offer two‑hour mixed media sessions perfect for venues, brand events and experiences. With 10 years of teaching experience and all materials provided, guests enjoy mark‑making, figure sketching and expressive fashion illustration. Now available for bookings across London!
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 22 min read


Will my work be trendy in 2026?
Read my top predicted illustration trends for 2026.
Elyse Blackshaw
Jan 92 min read


RED: The Official Colour of Right Now
Fashion illustration feature on i-D Mag!
Elyse Blackshaw
Dec 12, 20251 min read


Drawing Imperfectly and Why its a Skill
Even if AI takes over, I will still be here drawing my imperfect artwork.
Elyse Blackshaw
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Fashion Illustration Exhibition in London!
Experience the energy of London Fashion Week through expressive fashion illustration in Elegance in Refusal, my latest exhibition of artworks at Bleur Gallery.
Elyse Blackshaw
Sep 25, 20252 min read


Illustrated Adventures in Lisbon: A Personal Travel Diary + Editorial Art Series
A visual diary blending photography and Procreate sketches to capture Lisbon’s charm: the daily hunt for pastéis de nata. Part of my ongoing travel illustration work, created with an editorial storytelling approach.
Elyse Blackshaw
Jul 22, 20252 min read


Why Messy Fashion Illustration is not a mistake - it's a response.
In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable world, it's no surprise that fashion illustration is shifting... becoming looser, messier, more expressive.
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 22, 20252 min read


Graduate Fashion Week 2025: Highlights from GFW
Explore the best fashion illustrators of Graduate Fashion Week 2025!
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 18, 20254 min read


Elyse Blackshaw: My fashion illustration style
Inside the Lines: The Distinctive Fashion Illustration Style of Elyse Blackshaw
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 9, 20252 min read


The Resurgence of Hand-Drawn Fashion in a Digital World: Why Clients Still Love Hand-Rendered Work
In an era dominated by digital design, there's a compelling resurgence of hand-drawn fashion illustration.
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 6, 20252 min read


Unleashing Creativity: Inside My Fashion Illustration Workshops
My workshops are perfect for any setting seeking a hands-on, in-person experience that goes beyond traditional art classes.
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 5, 20253 min read


Top fashion illustrator London
How I became one of London's Fashion Illustrators...
Elyse Blackshaw
Jun 1, 20253 min read


What services do live event fashion illustrators offer?
I'm a fashion illustrator and live event artist based in London, and my work sits somewhere between art, fashion, events, and branding.
Elyse Blackshaw
Apr 5, 20253 min read


Guess What? You Can Now Find Me on Pinterest!
Hey fashion lovers, art enthusiasts, and fellow pink-obsessed creatives! I have some exciting news— I'm officially on Pinterest!
Elyse Blackshaw
Apr 1, 20251 min read


Transforming Retail Spaces: The Art of Hand-Painted Windows and Murals
As a London-based artist I love how art can transform spaces into immersive worlds.
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 5, 20253 min read


How to Hire a Fashion Illustrator for Your Next Event
looking to add a unique and stylish touch to your next event? Hiring a fashion illustrator is a fantastic way to create experiences!
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 3, 20252 min read


What does it mean to be a fashion illustrator in 2025?
As a London-based artist and contemporary fashion illustrator, I have the privilege of immersing myself in the vibrant and ever-evolving wor
Elyse Blackshaw
Mar 1, 20253 min read
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