FIDA LIVE – London Fashion Week | February 2026

FIDA LIVE places fashion illustration at the centre of London Fashion Week, February 2026. From live runway drawing to a curated exhibition and online learning, it invites illustrators to observe, respond and create in real time — experiencing fashion from every angle as it unfolds.

Live Drawing Experience at London Fashion Week

Product type: Front Row & Backstage – Live Fashion Illustration

Dates: 2 days between 20–22 February 2026
Location: Fashion Scout @ Protein Studios, for London Fashion Week

Immerse yourself in the real energy of Fashion Week with two full days of live sketching. Capture runway looks, backstage preparation, movement, and atmosphere as it unfolds.

Highlights:

• Live drawing from the catwalk & backstage
• Access to approximately 3–5 shows per day
• Real-time sketching of models, beauty looks, fittings, and presentations
• Build a strong, event-based portfolio
• Join the FIDA artist in residence team
• Promote your work to commissioning brands, influencers, scouts and creative directors

Perfect for: Illustrators at any level wanting hands-on LFW or live drawing experience.

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Exhibit Live – Fashion Illustration Showcase

Product Type: Live exhibition at LFW

Dates: 20–22 February 2026
Location: Fashion Scout @ Protein Studios, for London Fashion Week

Show your illustrations to the world during London Fashion Week. Artworks are professionally printed and displayed in a curated FIDA showcase for London Fashion Week, at Fashion Scout, Protein Studios — giving artists visibility across the fashion industry.

Highlights:

• Professional printing of your artwork
• Curated exhibition at LFW shows
• Exposure to press, designers, and industry professionals
• Optional printed A6 postcards of your work available

Perfect for: Artists seeking visibility, credibility, and industry reach.

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FIDA LIVE: London Fashion Week Illustration Course

Product type: Online Course
Format: 100% online, with option to attend London Fashion Week in person
Access worldwide | Learn at your own pace

Prepare for London Fashion Week with a focused illustration course designed to build confidence, speed, and artistic precision. Ideal whether you’re attending FIDA LIVE in person or preparing for future events.

What you’ll learn about:

• Drawing fashion figures with accuracy, confidence and expression
• Capturing fast runway movement and styling details
• Rendering fabrics, silhouettes and textures with clarity
• Building a professional digital workflow
• Curating illustrations into a polished portfolio
• Developing a clear artistic style suitable for clients and commissions
• Perfect for: Creatives wanting to strengthen their fashion illustration skills ahead of LFW.

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Join FIDA LIVE in February 2026

Take part in London Fashion Week through drawing, exhibiting, or skill-building — or combine all three for the full FIDA LIVE experience. 

About FIDA

FIDA is the global platform dedicated to celebrating, supporting and promoting fashion illustration. Founded to champion both emerging and established artists, FIDA provides education, industry opportunities and international visibility through exhibitions, live events and collaborations with leading fashion brands. With a thriving global community and a strong digital presence, FIDA is committed to elevating the art of fashion illustration on the world stage.