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Tombow USA X Deanna First sketching for Tiffany's by Deanna First

Tombow Dual brush pens are my go to for my hair, skin-tone, and accents in my live sketch illustrations. This set was gifted by #tombowusa and I take them to every single one of my events across the country! #tombowambassador

I start off with their mono drawing pens in .03 for the outline and then I go in with my .01 for the fine details like facial features and interior line work. They glide so smoothly and are great against the white cardstock that I use. Grey Tombow dual brush pens are great for shadow work. I use then under the feet usually and accents on white clothing to make them pop and a little bit more realistic. #tombowpro #deannafirst

From Deanna First’s Live Sketch Event at Tiffany’s Flagship store 2022

NUNA_USA Influencer Event in Times Square by Deanna First

NUNA flew in influencers across the USA to meet for a day of pampering and exploring in NYC. I sketched guests during their dinner overlooking the breathtaking and iconic Times Square in Manhattan! Nuna is a family of baby products that is designed around your life. #myNuna #NunaMom #NunaDad

Photographed by @kenzrempel at the R Lounge in Times Square

Side by side of the muse and the illustration, even added the glass of wine! I think adding details like that in an illustration are key, because it can make it POP more.

See to the right for these NUNA wristlets that I illustrated for the event inspired from the NYC Skyline + Local Mom. These wristlets are American Made in Cleveland, Ohio and even come in Vegan Leather by Anne Cate X Deanna First.

For Nuna family means the world to them. Bringing in practical and functional designs to life for families is a constant source of inspiration for them. They have thought about all the little things so that you can focus on all the big things! In this design you’ll see illustrated Nuna’s new TRVL ultra-lightweight Stroller, this is a game changer for a quick and easy go!

I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to do an illustration of @NicoleKaufman

Ending the night with a beautiful view of Times Square!