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Bittersweet
Beginner June 2012

Caracaturist?

Bittersweet, 17 April, 2011 at 12:07 Posted on Planning 0 8
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Has anyone had an experience of a caracturist at a wedding?

We have been thinking about having one for the period after the Ceremony, someone to mingle and draw the guests whilst the photographs are being taken. We have seen some incredible ones and have had a few quotes of around £300 for 2 hours.

Is this reasonable for what others have paid for a caracaturist?

We have been able to cut back in other areas and have a free hairdresser and TOG.. I know it's expensive but is it worth justifying?

Any info, advice or recommendations would be great, thanks!

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Latest activity by Bittersweet, 18 April, 2011 at 23:02
  • tinkerbelly1983
    Beginner October 2011
    tinkerbelly1983 ·
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    I think its a fab idea. My dad is a caricaturistand I'd love for him to draw at my wedding but I daren't ask him! I say go for it if you have enough spare dosh!

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  • Bittersweet
    Beginner June 2012
    Bittersweet ·
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    Thanks tinkerbelly ?

    Think I might book one. Just something a little bit different and sometimes the time between the ceremony and wedding breakfast can be a bit of a lull. I'm sure our guests will find it funny.

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  • R
    Beginner April 2011
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    Hi! There was a similar post a few weeks ago and I recommended Mike Giblin Studios! Have a look at his website:

    www.mikegiblinstudios.com

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  • Bittersweet
    Beginner June 2012
    Bittersweet ·
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    Thanks had a look.

    Although he bases most of his work Northern England and Scotland. Thanks for the feedback though!

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  • purpletaff
    Beginner June 2012
    purpletaff ·
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    We are having Scott Jones £175 http://www.jones-mcmahon.co.uk/ . A friend has had him too and recommended him.

    Marie xx

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  • J
    Beginner December 2011
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    Hi, There are plenty of good caricaturists around. Obviously if you book a non-local one you will have to pay travelling expenses for him/her, etc. For a local one you should be paying local prices. I charge £75.00 per hour for a minimum of a two hour booking. If you go for a caricaturist who performs all over the country then £100.00 per hour is about right.

    Scott

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  • Mrs-HFA
    Beginner December 2012
    Mrs-HFA ·
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    His work is brill!

    I'm also thinking of having something similar at our wedding, does anyone know this guys cost? I'm based in Glasgow - do you have to pay travel expenses on top of his fee?

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  • JonCraven
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    I've seen some brilliant Caracaturists so I think they're well worth the money. But I'd be interested in your photographer being free?! Have you been able to pull in some favours?

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  • Bittersweet
    Beginner June 2012
    Bittersweet ·
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    Thanks everyone for your advice and opinions!

    Joncraven: Our photographer is my brother in law, professional photographer lol, always good to know people ?

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