Category Archives: From the Sketchpad

Christmas in New York Illustration by Joanna Baker

Happy Holidays from NYC…

Christmas in New York Illustration by Joanna Baker

It’s finally here! We’re about to travel south to visit with family and friends for Christmas and I couldn’t be more ready for a break. I’m very excited to ring in the new year with some exciting news that I can’t wait to share with you all. Safe travels for a happy holiday and I will be back in 2015 with new sketches, posts, and the big reveal. Thanks for staying with me! =)

~Joanna <3

Francesco Russo Shoe Fashion Illustration by Joanna Baker

Spot Sighting…

Francesco Russo Shoe Fashion Illustration by Joanna Baker

How fabulous are these leopard booties? Whenever I see an amazingly unattainable pair of shoes (sky high, super chic, crazy expensive, alter ego-esque), I covet them not for the purpose of wanting to actually wear them, but just to have them and look at them. I want to collect them and admire them all in a row… sort of like Jenna Lyons… shiny ponies she calls them. I totally relate.

Francesco Russo Shoe Fashion Illustration by Joanna Baker

Since these are waaaay too expensive to buy and just leave on a shelf, it was much more affordable to turn them into a print. Now available in the shop =)

~Joanna <3

Miss Ladyfinger Blogger Inspired Fashion Illustration by Joanna Baker

Miss Ladyfinger X Joanna Baker…

Miss Ladyfinger Blogger Inspired Fashion Illustration by Joanna Baker

This lovely lady is a very talented friend and former co-worker… and it’s about time I turned her into a fashion sketch! Taryn Multack of the fabulous nail art blog Miss Ladyfinger is such an inspiration for me. A couple years back, she left her day job (just in time for fashion week) and took a leap of faith to pursue her nail art career full time.

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Erin Fetherston NYFW Illustration by Joanna Baker

Erin Fetherston @ Fashion Week…

Erin Fetherston NYFW Illustration by Joanna Baker

Erin Fetherston’s Spring 2015 show was a dream… ladylike looks in lamé, brocade, eyelet, and lace; sheer layers, floral patterns, pops of yellow… it couldn’t be any more beautiful. Some of the shots I took from the end of the runway:

Erin Fetherston NYFW Illustration by Joanna Baker

Here’s a quick video clip of the final walk… I would wear every piece!

Erin Fetherston NYFW Illustration by Joanna Baker

With fashion month coming to an end, I’m ready to start thinking full on fall! Here’s hoping it’s fall-like where you are =)

~Joanna <3

Birchbox Event - Joanna Baker Illustration

Cynthia Rowley for Birchbox…

Birchbox Illustration by Joanna Baker

During NYFW, the new Soho Birchbox store hosted daily events for fashion week attendees to unwind, get hair and makeup done, test out new products, and make their own Birchboxes. I hadn’t been to the actual store yet and I was really impressed with how bright and happy it was. I completely took advantage of the complimentary Cynthia Rowley makeup touchup!

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