“Research consistently shows that direct interactive engagement with artists and arts in public settings fosters stronger, more connected, and more vibrant communities.”

– Soul of the Community (John S Knight Foundation/Gallup, 2009-2011)

“This comprehensive study confirms that artists are essential community ambassadors. Direct interactions with all kinds of people is an essential feature of live caricature art. We celebrate and honor the individuality of every guest with good humor and kindness. They watch us draw, laugh together and feel special when it’s their turn. The sketch they take home is a meaningful reminder of a fun experience they shared with their community, workplace, organization or family and we enjoy being able to make this experience accessible to everyone.”

– ADAM PATE Owner/Artist, Speed Sketchers Caricatures

What to expect

Our Speed Sketchers Caricatures artists draw unbelievably FAST (about a minute per person) and we can draw EVERYBODY at most of our events! A typical set is 3 hours to draw up to 150 people. We can draw hundreds of people per day and we have multiple artists to please larger audiences. Pets are also welcome! All of our artists are kind – but we’ll roast a guest if they ask for it!

Sketches are drawn with a hand held clipboard in black and white on 8.5×11” 28# laser paper. Custom imprinted paper is included to help you to mark an occasion or spread a promotional message and there’s room for sponsors on the back! Rubber bands are provided to help get drawings home safe.

We’re EASY! No need for special lighting, space, easels, signage or lines! Artists STROLL directly to guests to draw them and encourage them to watch us draw their neighbors. It’s a fun, interactive addition to almost any kind of event. Fancy, casual, large, small, indoors, outdoors, family, corporate. TRADE SHOWS, WEDDINGS, picnics, galas, birthdays, holidays, awards, games, grads, cookouts, bars, promotions, camps, seniors, pre K-12, universities, etc… Mobility makes us very versatile and we are the only artists in the world who can do this specialized, speedy performance.

When guests are moving around like at festivals, dances, after proms or events with humongous crowds, it’s best if we’re seated. When seated we bring our own large, colorful signage and need only a few chairs. For fancy stuff we have a red carpet and step and repeat logo wall that looks just like a Hollywood premier. Add our copier, plastic sleeves and other ingenious options to impress your guests. DIGITAL CARICATURE, SILHOUETTE, VIRTUAL and VIRTUAL HYBRID presentations are also available for something extra special.