Tina Dillingham

Owner/Illustrator

What is your hometown?
Tampa, Florida
What types of products/services do you offer?

We offer 3 main services:

1. LIVE EVENT SKETCHING – Add a touch of artistic elegance to your special occasion through live event sketching! This fun and specialized service not only keeps your guests excited and engaged, but also gives them personalized keepsakes to remember your event!

2. CUSTOM BRIDAL ILLUSTRATIONS – Inspired by YOU, each illustration is created with love and attention to detail. We work with you to choose the right frame, so it’s ready to give as a gift or display in your home!

3. PERSONALIZED GIFTS – After your sketch is complete, we can digitize it and print it on fun giftable products, like mugs, ornaments, notebooks, and pillows!

What areas do you service?

Tampa, Sarasota, St. Pete, Orlando

What inspired you to start your business?

I’m a fashion designer by trade and have always loved fashion illustration. In fact, I attended the Fashion Institute of Technology and majored in Fashion Illustration in the early 2000’s. But, it wasn’t until my sister in law’s wedding, when I snapped a photo of her and her mother walking down the aisle and turned it into an elegant framed illustration that I realized my art could have a deeper significance. Their response to that gift changed my life, and that’s when Keepsake Couture was born. We love being part of such a joyous occasion, creating elegant sketches that capture not only the fashion but the emotions of the day.

What makes your business stand out from others in your category?

Unlike traditional photo booths or caricature artists, our live sketches are elegant, timeless, and completely personalized. We create stunning fashion illustrations that capture the essence of each guest’s style, leaving them with a treasured keepsake.

Describe your ideal client:

Our ideal client exudes love and excitement for their special day. They want to create a cherished experience, surrounded by family and their dearest friends.

What is something vendors would be surprised to know about you?

Throughout my career in fashion, I have been fortunate and have traveled to other countries such as China, Korea, Thailand, and India.

Fun facts:

I’m blessed to be a wife and mother to a beautiful teenage daughter. I’m an entrepreneur at heart who listens to educational podcasts while folding laundry. I’d rather go out for sushi than cook. I have a soft spot for puppies and will always cherish my trip to Paris.

Favorite place to meet with other vendors:

Starbucks

Favorite gift to receive from another vendor:

Dark Chocolate

Is there any additional information you would like to share?

We are passionate about delivering a luxury experience while making the process fun, interactive, and personal for each guest.

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