San Diego Caricatures

Best San Diego Caricature Artists

Dazzling Professional Caricatures for California Celebrations

Looking for some entertainment for your next event? A caricature artist will make it a party to remember. Our artists are talented and work hard to keep the lines moving and get true-to-life representations of everyone who visits their booth. But don't wait too long, as this will be a popular choice for your next birthday party, family reunion, or wedding!

Our caricaturists will make your event the talk of the town. Your guests will love getting a personalized caricature, and they will be talking about it all summer long. Everyone gets a memento to take home in plastic sleeves to preserve the art!

The prices mentioned come with no surprises and are fully inclusive. The artists are always friendly, fun and enthusiastic. They have worked at all types of events- from company picnics and birthday parties to conventions and even baby showers. Caricatures can be drawn in any location around our state: resorts, parks, inside your home or office, college campuses, and so many more!

We provide caricature drawings by professional artists at affordable prices. The artists will arrive on time, have excellent communication with you, and deliver great work your guests will love.

Serving San Diego, Encinitas, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, Chula Vista, National City, Alpine, Ramona, Poway, La Jolla and everything in-between!

If you are looking for one or more “studio caricatures” done from photos (and don’t need a “live” artist for a party or event), then check out our Caricatures From Photos page!
Our lead artist and our team of long-time studio caricature artists will take your photos and turn them into one-of-a-kind personalized caricature illustrations. Great for birthday gifts, recognition awards, greeting cards, business cards, social media, and the like! Take advantage of our simple pricing and quick turnaround today.

CARICATURES FROM PHOTOS RATES & INFO

Birthday Parties

Barbeques

Company Picnics

School Carnivals

Nonprofit Events

Corporate Events

Weddings

Liability insured
Background checked
25 years of planning experience

Triple-reminder system
Professional artists only
World-class support

How many caricatures can an artist do each hour?
Our caricature artists can draw 12-15 faces per hour. If each person they are drawing requests to have their own individual caricature, they take slightly longer (around 12 faces per hour). If the people they are drawing are requesting to be drawn as couples, or in small groups, this process can go a little faster (up to 15 faces per hour). Our artists are always happy to draw individual caricatures, couples, or groups – whatever folks request! Also the time it takes for the next person or people to sit down can end up affecting how many faces our artists can fit into each hour.
What drawing materials are used for caricatures? What size paper do they draw on? Black and white or color?
The majority of our artists use thick black markers on heavier paper. Paper sizes vary by artist, the most common being 9×12″ paper, 11×14″ paper, and 11×17″ paper. All artists come prepared for black-and-white caricature drawings unless otherwise requested. Color is cooler of course, but it takes twice as long! So black and white is standard, and they look fabulous either way. If color caricatures are requested (they must be requested upon booking), then artists can only cover half as many faces per hour as listed above.
How do people get their caricatures home safely?
All artists bring clear protective plastic sleeves to place each finished drawing in. This allows folks to show off their drawings afterward around the party or event – and keeps them clean until they make it home safely. Caricatures are often put in a mat or frame and displayed on a wall for years of decoration and smiles, so your party or event is remembered for years to come!
How cartoony are caricatures? Also what are some other common uses for caricature drawings?
Different artists on our professional team have different styles – no two artist’s work is alike! Some styles are more cartoony while other styles are more realistic. But rest assured that no matter which artist or artists serve at your event — they are the best of the best, and they always get rave reviews! Also, our clients use their caricatures for many different fun applications: the most common are for business cards and website profiles, for Christmas and holiday card images, or for unique and lasting gifts to give year-round.

Holly D

Face painting and balloon twisting combo for a neighborhood event

“We had hired Tonya to do both facepainting and balloon twisting, and to say that she was a HUGE hit is an understatement..."

M K

Caricature drawings for a graduation party

“Mike was a wonderful and friendly artist at our daughter’s graduation party. He was accommodating, light-hearted and even stayed a few minutes beyond for ‘one-more-drawing’… Everyone, including our beloved daughter, was very pleased."

Anna R.

Multiple artists for a company picnic

“Totally a fantastic experience. They were prompt, professional, and easy to work with. Highly recommend to anyone needing services."

Chana A.

Balloon twisting for a local banquet

“Thank you so much for working with us yesterday! We loved the challah crowns you put together. Totally made our event!"

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