Caricature Artist FAQ’s
17 Caricature Artist Frequently
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Here are some frequently asked questions for your review; contact me for any other questions.
Creative Soul Studios prides itself on meeting your caricature needs. Will is very personable with every person that he draws. Despite his exceptional talent, he is humble at heart and passionate about making people laugh.
Will’s caricatures have made people laugh LONG after the event. Many come back, letting us know how they chuckle every time they see the caricature they framed displayed in their home or office.
If you need more than one artist, we will provide you with that need. Our colleagues get our stamp of approval, which we consider professional. They are respectful, talented, and reliable.
It depends on the type of caricatures. If I am drawing Black-and-White Shaded Faces (95% of my gigs), the speed is 12-14 faces per hour. If it’s line drawings only (no shading or background color), I can draw 20 faces per hour. The event name and date are pre-written on each paper, and I use a one-or-two-color background that fits your theme, school, wedding, or corporate color. For color caricatures, I can generally do 8-10 per hour. If bodies are desired, perhaps add another minute or two to each drawing. These are approximate speeds; I have been known to draw even more faces per hour than I quote! It also depends on how quickly people get in and out of my chair, their age, if they are chatty, etc.
I can fit four (and sometimes five) faces on one sheet. It takes the same time as drawing caricatures singularly—it’s always funny to me when people think it’s faster to do lots of people on one sheet! They don’t all have to sit at once—generally, there are only one or two chairs for my subjects, and until I train my left hand to draw simultaneously with my right, I can only draw one person at a time!
Yes, but only for Traditional black-and-white caricatures. Please note: Walking around drawing your guests may slow the artist down, not allowing him to draw as many people within the time you have booked.
Yes, but only for Traditional black-and-white caricatures. Please note: Walking around drawing your guests may slow the artist down, not allowing him to draw as many people within the time you have booked.
Not if the distance from Yorktown, VA., is within 50 miles from Creative Soul Studios. For distances over 50 miles, see mileage fees below:
No, I can draw even squirmy babies if they can look in my direction for a minute or two. That first impression is when I get the general likeness down; the rest of the time is for details and shading.
Yes. To ensure your spot is saved, I ask that you make a required nonrefundable 50% deposit to lock in the date and time. The balance is due before your event; once I receive your deposit, I will turn down all other requests for my services for your time slot. If, by some circumstance, I cannot do your event, I either refund your balance or send a suitable replacement, but in twenty years of doing this, that’s never been necessary.
I encourage customers and clients to plan early and book a caricature artist as soon as possible. It will save you stress and ensure your event with caricature entertainment.
We do ask that you provide the artist with:
1. Three chairs
2. One small table (optional)
2. Locate the caricature artist near an electrical outlet if possible for lighting (optional)
3. If possible, do not place the artist near music or DJ speakers so he can communicate with your guests.
Of Course! Remember that coloring drawings will take more time, drawing fewer people within the time needed.
If your goal is to get as many of your guests drawn, we suggest that black & white drawings will be your better option.
Yes. As part of our service, we offer the addition of your name, date, and image or logo to identify your event at an additional $30.00 extra cost.
I’m sorry I can not contact them for you but can send you a list of other artists to contact. My colleagues are highly talented and qualified, and I have worked with some of them. I consider them to be reliable and perform very professionally. I suggest you visit their social media and website and read reviews before booking them for your event. Contacting them early will ensure that you have the necessary artists for your event with enough time so that you can make the necessary arrangements.
When you book 2 or more artists, I offer a flat rate of $145.00 per hour for my traditional caricature service entertainment with a minimum of 2 hours.
For digital caricatures, I offer a flat rate of $200.00 per hour per artist with a minimum of 2 hours.
I use a portable slanted drawing table. The client provides me with two or three chairs—one for me and one or two for my subjects if many couples are drawn. If possible, a small table is appreciated, I can do without it if necessary, but it’s nice to have a place for my sign, supplies, folks to put their drinks, etc. I also need access to an electrical outlet for my easel lamp. I need full shade if the event is outdoors so my subjects don’t squint. And please don’t seat me next to speakers or generators so I can converse with your guests!
I use 9″ x 12″ or 11”x 14” sturdy cover stock. A clear plastic bag is provided with each caricature.
I do have a two-hour minimum for all events. If an event is quite far from me, I may ask for a three-hour minimum.
However, I can draw almost any amount of time. I’ve drawn practically non-stop for twelve hours at some festivals I’ve done! Most gigs are between the two-hour and the five-hour range. As for breaks, I only take brief ones if necessary, as I want to draw as many of your guests as possible!
Generally, the best way is first-come, first-serve. Sign-in sheets typically don’t work as time is wasted looking for the next person if they wander off. The beauty of live caricature is that it entertains many while waiting to be drawn themselves! My scheduled drawing time is posted on a sign next to me, so people will know when I am finished. If I am asked to stay longer, I note that on my sign.
When you’re ready to hire me, please check if I’m available for your event date by checking the caricature event calendar. After filling out, the form, I will send you a PayPal invoice for your deposit and a simple agreement that lists the particulars of your party–client name, contact info, date, time, event location, and anything you’d like me to keep in mind (such as whether the event is a surprise if there is a theme, what you’d like written on each paper, any particular directions, etc.). After the agreement is signed and the balance paid, I join you on your day and start drawing smiles and laughter!