The Wedding Caricature Artist
For Unforgettable Gulf Coast Weddings
Wedding Sketches your guests will fall in love with.
Flattering. Fast. Unforgettable.
Wedding caricature artist Kathy Buskett, created this digital caricature
keepsake live at the Athelstan Club in Mobile, AL.
Stand Out.
Be Remembered.
“The Best Decision We Made”
— Deja M., Bride
Serving Mobile • Pensacola • Gulf Shores • Destin • Biloxi • New Orleans... And Beyond
Why Weddings Fall Flat
(and How My Caricatures Fix It)
Too many weddings, parties, and corporate events follow the same recipe: a DJ, a photo booth, food, decorations, and favors. On paper, it looks fine.
But in reality, hosts and guests hit the same problems:
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Guests not rsvping
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Guests sitting bored, scrolling their phones
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Vendors who cancel last-minute
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Favors that get Forgotten
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Entertainment that doesn't entertain
The Truth
About Wedding Entertainment
Most brides don’t realize this until it’s too late…
Most Wedding Entertainment Falls Flat
Not because the vendors are bad.
Not because the wedding isn’t beautiful.
But because guests have seen it all…
again and again.
They’ve been to dozens of weddings.
They know the routine.
And they get bored — fast.
*Yawn*
Meanwhile, the day itself is full of built-in slow spots — you’re off taking photos, the room needs flipping, dinner takes time, and not everyone dances.
When there’s nothing for guests to do, they drift to their phones…
or drift toward the exit.
What happens when guests have nothing to do.
How would you feel if half your guests spent the night scrolling instead of celebrating?
You don’t have to worry about any of this.
Live wedding caricatures keep your guests engaged, laughing, and fully present — even during the slow moments.
When you bring in a professional wedding caricature artist, your guests don’t drift to their phones.
They gather, they watch, they chat, they laugh, and they leave with personalized wedding sketches they’ll actually keep - and remeber your wedding by for years to come.
Wedding caricatures turn awkward waiting time into entertainment, connection, and joy…
so your celebration truly comes alive.
The Good News?
This is what happens when your entertainment is truly live 😉
Chelsea Brock, Bride, Drift Restaurant, Pensacola Beach
The Real Reason Caricatures Work Better Than Traditional Wedding Entertainment
Live wedding caricatures do something most entertainment can’t:
They keep your guests engaged, laughing, and fully present —
even during the slow moments you can’t avoid
(photos, room flips, dinner delays… all of it).
When you bring in a professional wedding caricature artist,
Your guests don’t drift to their phones.
They gather,
they watch,
they chat,
they laugh,
and they bring home personalized wedding caricature sketches they’ll actually keep.
Just imagine the shift:
Instead of quiet tables and scrolling screens…
You get a room buzzing with connection — people talking, smiling, sharing, and having fun together.
Wedding caricatures turn those awkward waiting periods into entertainment, community, and joy…
so your celebration truly comes alive.
(It’s the difference between “we should head out early” and “we’re staying — this is too fun to miss.”)
Guests don’t just get drawn — they light up.
There’s only one of me — once your date is gone, it’s gone.
Make Your Wedding Truly Unforgettable
By Giving Your Guests What They Actually Want
There are two types of weddings:
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The ones guests barely remember
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And the ones they talk about for years
I’m guessing you want the second one.
And here’s the part most brides don’t realize:
Guests aren't hard to please — they just want to be part of the fun.
Your guests want:
Something interactive.
Something funny.
Something unexpected.
Something FUN.
Something they can take home.
Something they experience, not just observe.
If you’re open-minded about giving them something truly unique…
Hiring me as your Wedding Caricature Artist may be exactly what you’re looking for.
Live caricatures check every single box — effortlessly.
Live wedding caricatures deliver all of that in one experience.
I draw fast (20–30 guests per hour), which means:
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there’s always movement
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always laughter
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always a crowd forming
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always a reason to stay instead of leaving early
Tybee Island Venue
Tybee Island, GA
Destination Wedding
The Oaks Venue
Foley, AL
Spring Wedding
The Oaks
Ponchatoula, LA
Spring Wedding
The Barklay House
Pensacola, FL
Autumn Wedding
The Rivers Retreat
Covington, LA
Fall Wedding
If you want your wedding to be unforgettable…
If you want your wedding to stand out from all the rest…
If you want to give your guests something they’ve never experienced at a wedding before…
Give them live wedding sketches.
Review By Deja Turner, married at the Plant Venue at a Christmas wedding in Jackson, MS
A cherished moment at Izenstone in Spanish Fort, AL —
Jan Leigh & Josh seeing their caricature for the first time 💕
If you had told 25-year-old me that drawing funny faces at a theme park would someday take me all over the country…
I probably would’ve laughed.
But that’s exactly what happened.
I started my caricature career in 1999 at Sesame Place — a little theme park outside Philadelphia where I grew up.
That was my very first summer drawing caricatures … and I fell in love with drawing live immediately.
From there, caricature took me places I never expected:
Theme parks.
Festivals.
Corporate events.
Trade shows.
Private parties.
Cruise Ships.
And eventually — Las Vegas.
I spent nearly a decade in Vegas drawing at some of the largest corporate events in the world.
This taught me how to draw fast, stay calm in high-pressure environments, and entertain crowds of every size.
“So how did a Philly girl end up on the Gulf Coast?”
Well… that’s a story.
Ten years ago, my late husband passed away, and I wanted to be near family.
My parents — a Cajun mama and a Pennsylvania dad — had retired to Alabama because he once promised her he’d take her back South.
And I said, “Alabama?? Why Alabama?!”
(I was… very wrong. I had no idea how beautiful it was here.)
I followed them to the Gulf Coast.
Now I'm happily remarried, I live in a beach town I adore, and I never want to leave.
At their wedding in Little Point Clear, Coastal Alabama, Abby's sister surprised the couple with unique drawings of famous YouTubers, adding a special touch to their celebration.
Once I moved to the Gulf Coast, I noticed something strange:
NO ONE was offering caricatures for weddings.
Not in Mobile.
Not in Fairhope.
Not in Gulf Shores.
Not in Pensacola.
So — I filled the gap.
My first year? One wedding.
My second year? I set a goal for 10… and I did 19.
This year? Nearly 40 weddings — plus rehearsal dinners, bachelorette parties, showers, after-parties, brunches, and more.
Today, I still draw for private events and corporate clients…
But my mission is clear:
I want to become
THE Premier Wedding Caricature Artist in the USA.
The one brides instantly recognize.
The one planners recommend without hesitation.
The one people talk about months — even years — after the wedding.
Right now, most guests tell me:
“Wow, I’ve never seen this at a wedding before — what a great idea!”
And I smile…
because I plan to change that.
I love what I do.
I love this region.
And I love helping couples create a wedding that guests will actually remember.
If you’re dreaming of a celebration filled with laughter, connection, and joy…
I’d be honored to draw for you.
The Moment Everything Shifted
Brooke, one of my favorite Brides, and me, positng at her rehearsal dinner. Everyhting that went wroing could... except for my caricatures. see the review to the right ...>>>
Real Wedding Caricature Stories - Real Reviews
Caricatures aren’t just favors or entertainment — they become the stories your guests remember most. Here are a few of my favorites from real weddings across the Gulf Coast:
Lauren & Jeffrey – Barklay House, Pensacola, FL
Lauren was shy and didn’t want to be drawn live in front of her guests, so I worked from a photo instead. When I revealed the finished caricature, she lit up and proudly posed with it. On your wedding day, you need service that goes beyond just entertainment. That level of personalization is why I'm recognized as one of the premier wedding artists in the country.
Pensacola Wedding Caricatures
Pensacola Wedding Caricatures
Some weddings remind me why I love this work so much. Deja and David’s was one of them.
Deja and David actually married a year before their wedding reception.
They were both in the armed forces and wanted to be deployed together — but Deja still dreamed of having her once-in-a-lifetime celebration with the dress, the tiara, the vows, the music… and the people she loved most in the world.
So a year later, they finally had the wedding they always wanted — and I was honored to be part of it, creating the favors for their guests.
Deja gave me one of the best reviews I’ve ever received, but what really stayed with me were the compliments from her family. Her dad pulled me aside and said:
“When Deja told me she was going to hire a caricature artist, I said… a WHAT??? But you’ve been the best part of the whole night.”
His lovely wife nodded and said she agreed.
It absolutely made my month.
Jackson Mississippi Wedding Caricatures
Deja & David – The Plant Venue, Jackson, MS
Jackson Mississippi Wedding Caricatures
Jennifer & Scott – The Oaks, Ponchatoula, LA
Jennifer and Scott prove weddings aren’t just for the young. Their later-in-life celebration was full of joy and laughter. Guests — many of them older — loved that they could relax, watch, and still be part of the fun. One Guest said, “It was the one thing everyone could enjoy, no matter their age.”
Louisiana Wedding Caricatures
Mississippi Wedding Caricatures
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With a massive guest list, Shaea and Ledell’s reception could have easily left people waiting. Instead, my speedy caricatures kept the night lively and flowing. Guests laughed while they watched each drawing unfold and carried their portraits home as lasting keepsakes. More than one told me, “This was the highlight of the night.”
Shaea & Ledell – Jerusalem Shriners Venue, New Orleans, LA
New Orleans Wedding Caricatures
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Fairhopa, AL Wedding Cariactures
At Rincy and Dan’s multicultural wedding, Indian and Christian traditions came together beautifully. Caricatures helped bridge those worlds — giving guests from both sides of the family something personal to take home. For many, it was their very first caricature. Even the DJ got one! He said, “I'm taking this to my car right now to keep it safe!" That doesn't happen with koozies, no matter what you have printed on them.
Rincy & Dan – Tybee Island, GA
Tybee Islans GA Wedding Sketches
Tybee Islans GA Wedding Sketches
Mobile, AL
Wedding Entertainment
Southern Wedding
Ezell House
Winter 2025
Cameron and Patrick’s intimate wedding had about 40 guests, which meant I could really take my time and connect with everyone.
As I drew, I heard a groomsman say, “Why share the most important day of your life with strangers?” That summed up the whole evening — personal, close-knit, and full of love.
What made it extra special was the bride’s parents. They’d been married, divorced, and then remarried each other.
When they got back together, they celebrated by having their caricature drawn with “Just Married” across the top — and that’s how they told their kids!
Years later, they hired me again for their daughter’s wedding. Caricatures are part of their family story, and that night it came full circle.
The couple united by caricatures - til art do we part!
Cameron & Patrick – Ezell House, Mobile, AL
✨ From New Orleans to Mobile, Pensacola, Jackson, and Tybee Island, caricatures have become the heartbeat of weddings I’ve been honored to draw at.
Your wedding could be next.
Your Guests will not only show up, they'll be RSVPing Early to come to your Wedding
Where they'll receive a Bucket-List Favor they will proudly hang in their homes
Reminding them of YOUR wedding -
For Years to Come.
What Brides Ask Me First
Most brides have similar questions when they’re thinking about booking me as their wedding caricature artist.
Here are the answers — simple, honest, and designed to make your decision easy:
“Are your caricatures flattering?”
Yes — always.
I never draw anything mean or harsh.
Every sketch is tailored to the guest, whether they’re bold, shy, glamorous, or hilarious.
Think fun, joyful, wedding-appropriate caricatures your guests are excited to show off.
Biloxi MS Wedding Caricatures at the Slovenian Hall
“Are you fast enough for a wedding?”
Absolutely.
I draw 20–30 guests per hour — 2–3× the industry average — while keeping the energy high and the line moving.
Fast sketches = more guests included = more laughter filling your reception.
And honestly?
My speed amazes people.
It becomes part of the entertainment.
This is one of the biggest reasons brides hire me.
“Do guests pay?”
Never.
Your wedding caricatures are 100% complimentary for your guests.
You hire me — they enjoy unlimited drawings.
I do accept tips, but they’re completely optional and never expected.
This instantly becomes one of the most-loved wedding favors of the night —
without you buying 150 trinkets that get left behind on tables.
Wedding Caricatures at Izenstone in Spanish Fort.AL
“What equipment do you need?”
Just three chairs — that’s it.
No special setup, no complicated space requirements.
I bring everything else, including:
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my easel
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all supplies
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professional lighting
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backup materials (because weddings are unpredictable)
Most brides tell me this is the easiest vendor setup of their entire day.
“How many Guests can you Draw?”
I draw 20–30 guests per hour, which is 2–3× faster than the average wedding caricature artist.
(Yes — truly that fast!)
At the last ISCA competition I attended, I placed 4th in the world for speed — and 1st in the entire Western Hemisphere.
What that means for your wedding:
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Shorter lines
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More guests included
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More laughter and momentum
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No one standing around bored
Fast sketches = happy guests and a reception that never loses energy.
Bachelorette Trip Fun Caricatures in Destin FL
In short:
Flattering sketches.
Lightning-fast speed.
Free for your guests.
A wedding caricature experience that makes the whole room come alive.
Why Most Brides Feel Confident Investing in My Wedding Packages
💬 “She was actually super reasonable! … It was essentially cheaper per person than what we paid in Vegas.” – Morgan, Bride
At Disney or Universal, a single black-and-white caricature (no body!) can cost close to $100.
At a wedding, that would add up fast.
Here’s why brides tell me my wedding packages are worth every penny:
✨ My caricatures are flattering — never mean.
This is the heart of what I do.
I draw people the way they want to be drawn: joyful, confident, and still looking like themselves.
Guests walk away feeling good — and THAT is the part they remember.
✨ I draw 2–3× faster than most artists.
I average 20–30 guests per hour —
That means more people included, more laughter, and more fun packed into each hour than slower artists can offer.
✨ The goal is “everyone feels included.”
I’m not there to draw a handful of VIPs.
My mission is to draw as many of your guests as possible so they feel seen, appreciated, and part of the celebration. I’m there to connect your guests, spark conversations, and keep the room alive.
That inclusive energy is what makes caricatures the most talked-about part of the night.
✨ You get a full digital gallery afterward.
I photograph every drawing and send it to you after the wedding.
You’ll get to relive every smile, every laugh, every shy guest lighting up — even the moments you missed.
✨ Your wedding day gets my full attention.
I never double-book weddings.
You get timeline support, honest communication, and a vendor who shows up early, prepared, and fully focused on your celebration.
✨ This is a rare craft — and it genuinely matters to me.
Full-time wedding caricature artists are hard to find.
Artists who blend skill, speed, and kindness are even rarer.
I’ve been a bride myself (more than once!), and yes —
I still believe in love.
I show up with the same level of care I’d want on my own wedding day:
warm, steady, joyful, and completely invested in your guests having an unforgettable time.
Live Wedding sketches in Mobile, AL
A family Wedding Caricature in Amite, LA
My Guarantee to You
Professional Entertainment You Can Trust
I believe in treating every client fairly — and part of that is protecting you with a clear, written contract.
If I don’t show up for any reason (which has never happened — not even the day before I gave birth!), you’ll receive a 100% refund.
No other caricature artist on the Gulf Coast offers this kind of guarantee.
And if something happens on your end (God forbid), your retainer is never lost.
You can apply it to another event or date of your choice (as long as I’m available).
Booking Me Is Risk-Free
Don’t worry — you don’t pay a cent until the contract is signed by both of us.
Everything is in writing: what I provide, when I’ll be there, and exactly what happens if life throws a curveball.
And if the unthinkable happens?
Your retainer can be applied to another date, as long as I’m available.
You won’t lose it — we simply move it.
No surprises. No stress. Just peace of mind.
A Real Example
One of my longtime clients, Deborah, originally booked me for her granddaughter’s wedding. The wedding didn’t happen — but she moved her retainer to her birthday party instead, and it turned into a night of joy.
Every guest got drawn, laughter filled the room, and at the end she told me:
“Kathy, you helped me take lemons and make lemonade.”
That’s the kind of trust and flexibility I promise my clients.
With me, you’re not just booking a caricature artist —
you’re getting peace of mind, a written guarantee, and the assurance that your investment is protected.
Wedding Caricature at the Althestan Club in Mobile, AL
Wedding Caricature Packages
Simple. Joyful. Designed so your guests
never stop having fun.
Every wedding is different — but one thing never changes:
Your guests want to feel included, entertained, and part of your celebration — not standing around waiting for something to happen.
That’s why my wedding caricature packages are built around connection, laughter, and flattering wedding sketches your guests will actually keep - not abandon on tables or shove in a junk drawer.
You choose the hours - and I keep the room alive.
3 Hours — 60+ guests drawn
Perfect for filling your cocktail hour with joy and smoothing the transition into your reception.
Live laughs + personalized favors =
a reception that feels alive from the very first moment.
Starting at $1,199
Just imagine this:
A cozy Ezell House wedding, a tight-knit guest list, and entertainment that fits perfectly — not too much, not too little.
That’s why Cameron chose my 3-hour wedding caricature package. It covered cocktails and part of the reception beautifully.
Guests mingled, laughed, and left with sketches that felt as personal and meaningful as her wedding itself.
Sometimes the simplest choice is the one that makes the whole night come alive.
✨ Cocktails & Caricatures
✨ Cocktails & Reception
(Most Popular)
4 Hours — 80+ guests drawn
Keeps the energy going through first dances, speeches, and slow moments.
No boredom. No phone scrolling. Just a buzzing room and nonstop smiles.
Starting at $1,499
Most brides with big guest lists worry exactly what Shaea, a New Orleans bride, did:
“Can one artist really handle a wedding this large?”
She was nervous that her guest list was huge — and that many guests wouldn’t get a chance to be drawn.
I explained that at bigger weddings, caricatures actually become entertainment for everyone
— the line, the reactions, the laughter, the gathering crowd.
Even guests who never sit still love watching it happen.
And she had plenty of other things planned for guests to enjoy, so the flow worked perfectly.
The result?
A packed dance floor, happy guests, and several glowing reviews from the bride herself.
5 Hours — 100+ guests drawn
From first toast to last dance — everyone gets in on the fun.
Your celebration becomes the wedding people talk about for years.
Starting at $1,799
✨Late-Night Celebration
Before their Tybee Island wedding, Rincy & Dan worried their guests — coming from different cultures and long distances — wouldn’t have many chances to connect.
After adding caricatures?
Their families gathered around my easel, laughed together, and left with keepsakes they’ll treasure for years.
They chose my Luxury Tier to make sure every guest was included, and it completely transformed the energy of the night.
What started as a worry became one of their favorite memories.
Add $1,000 — Full-color, live-on-screen caricatures that make your guests gasp.
This is the same digital setup I’ve used for Samsung at CES Las Vegas —
and it brings a sleek, modern WOW factor to any wedding.
Guests gather.
Screens light up.
Reactions happen instantly.
If you want a showstopper moment that feels truly next-level,
this is the upgrade.
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✨ Digital Caricature Upgrade
Katelyn wanted her Athelstan Club reception to have a true wow moment — something guests had never seen at a wedding before.
So we went digital.
Each caricature appeared live on the big screen, guests gathered to watch, and everyone took home a printed keepsake.
It turned into a show within the party and gave her wedding a one-of-a-kind edge her guests are still talking about.
✨ Weekday Brides, Rehearsal Dinners and Bachelorette Trips
If your event is smaller, on a weekday, or right here on the Gulf Coast,
just ask.
Most brides in your situation are surprised how easy it is to create something perfect for their group.
this is the upgrade.
Most weekday brides worry they can’t find entertainment that fits a smaller, more intimate celebration.
Ashley & Ray felt the same — their Wednesday backyard wedding at her grandmother’s home didn’t need a big package.
Because it was local and didn’t require holding the entire day,
I waived my 3-hour minimum and created a custom fit just for them.
It turned into the sweetest family-centered celebration.
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Flattering Wedding sketches your guests will actually keep —
Not abandon on tables or shove in a junk drawer
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20–30 guests drawn per hour — 2–3× the industry average
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All equipment, lighting, setup (I only need 3 chairs!)
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Coordination with your planner or venue
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Optional full-color bride and groom sketch (with or without cute bodies)
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A dedicated wedding caricature artist who never double-books
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A warm, joyful presence that keeps guests engaged, laughing, and fully present
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Complimentary digital gallery of every sketch afterward
Saturday weddings require a 3-hour minimum booking. Additional travel fees may apply.
Add-ons available, see section below
Payment plans are available at
no extra cost.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN EVERY PACKAGE
Want to customize your experience?
I offer protective sleeves, sign-in boards, pre-printed paper, digital upgrades, and more.
See all add-ons & upgrades here →
Add-Ons & Upgrades
An Heirloom gift for the bride and groom given by the mother of the groom, who also hired me for their wedding rehearsal dinner as an unforgettable wedding present
READY TO CHECK YOUR DATE?
There’s only one of me — and once your wedding date is booked, it’s booked.
Let’s see if your date is still available.
HOW HIRING ME AS YOUR WEDDING CARICATURE ARTIST WORKS
It's as Easy as saying "I do."
Here’s exactly how to book me as your wedding caricature artist with zero stress.
1. Check Your Date
Click any “Check My Date” button on this page to see if your wedding date is still open.
I’ll ask a few quick questions and send a personalized quote based on your wedding size, timeline, and location (Gulf Coast, Mobile, Fairhope, Daphne, Pensacola, New Orleans — and beyond).
2. Book a Chat
We hop on a quick call (or text, if you prefer!) where I answer any questions
about wedding caricatures, guest count, timeline flow, and how many people I can draw per hour.
This is where we make sure I’m the perfect fit for your wedding.
3. Sign Your Contract
I personalize your contract, you sign it, I sign it —
and once your retainer is in, your date is officially locked in my calendar.
From there, I stay in touch to make sure everything is perfectly prepared for your reception or cocktail-hour caricature entertainment.
That’s It — Your Wedding Has a One-of-a-Kind Memory-Making Artist on the Way
All you need to provide are three chairs.
I bring the rest — talent, lighting, setup, and over 26 years of experience creating wedding sketches your guests will actually keep.
Let’s Make Your Wedding Unforgettable
Your wedding only happens once.
Your favorite people only gather in one room once.
And the moments your guests remember will be the ones filled with joy, connection, laughter — and something they’ve never seen before.
That’s what live wedding caricatures deliver.
Personal keepsakes.
Shared laughter.
A reception that feels alive.
A wedding your guests talk about for years.
And there’s only one of me — once a date is booked, it’s truly gone.
If you want a celebration that stays buzzing, smiling, and fully present…
Wedding Caricature at a home wedding in Pensacola Beach, FL
There's only one of me, and I really do book up quickly