Caricaturists in Scotland

Arttoon provide cartoon and caricature artistry at events of all sizes and styles throughout Scotland. Able to draw a live, coloured cartoon or caricature of a guest in 5 - 10 minutes, Arttoon provides a fun and memorable addition to any event - with guests able to take something away from the event that is both personal and artistic. Great for weddings, birthdays and parties, Arttoon can cover pretty much any events, no matter the style or size.

What do you need to know from an organiser in order to provide a comprehensive quote?

As a Cartoon and Caricature Artist in Scotland I can provide you with a comprehensive quote when you supply the event date, a brief explanation of the type of event you are hosting, the estimated number of guests, and the venue, please also let me know if it's an indoor or outdoor event. From this, I can use your information to give you a competitive quote.

What advice would you give to a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

Most Caricaturists can draw on average 12-16 faces per hour. However this number may vary and especially if there is group pictures to be drawn. The most important point is quality not quantity, and how your guests will be entertained during your Event.

Please tell us a little bit about how and why you started the business.

I graduated as a Graphic Designer in 1990. From an early age drawing and painting have been a source of immense pleasure and escapism. With a keen interest in creative comic strip writing and illustration, The Beano, The Broons, Oor Wullie and fantasy publications such as 2000AD were sources of great inspiration as a young boy. Imagine my delight at being commissioned to create the cover for the 2001 and 2003 edition of The Beano. In my opinion, art should be inclusive and fun - elements I ensure are foremost at both my private and local council run art classes. I firmly believe that art can be a means of social interaction, delight and enjoyment for all - regardless of age, ability, wealth or health. I have worked frequently 'en plein aire' both at home or in Cornwall, whose rugged coastline is another source of inspiration, as both man and boy. You can also often find me at corporate events, social occasions or on a commission basis at fairs indulging in my first love - creating comic strips and caricatures. This is very much a face to face situation with the added bonus of meeting and interacting directly with anyone who shares my delight in art.

Please tell us about a booking you've had through Add to Event, how did it go? Would you recommend us to others?

Since joining Add to Event I have had the pleasure of being connected to a range of new customers and provided fun caricaturist drawings for corporate events, weddings and birthdays. Add to Event is a great source for potential Jobs. I have recommended and continue to recommend Add to Event to all my cartoon and caricature friends, as well as anyone who is organising events in the hospitality and events sector. Add to Event is still growing, I do my part to promote the platform.