Frequently Asked Questions

Last Updated: 6/4/2025

  • Currently my main services include live portrait sketching, fashion illustration, and figure sketching for all event types including pet parties. I have also enjoyed more unusual projects including Live Concept Illustration (i.e. combining and illustrating ideas provided by the guests into one image), as well as Group Guided Illustration activities for parties with young children. Please feel free to get in touch with any ideas you may have for an event -- I'm always open to trying something new!

  • Live Event Illustration rates will vary by duration and location, but in general I provide a flat rate/amount that includes time/travel/materials, and any other additional services required. Non-Local events (beyond 1 hour one-way commute) may have an adjusted rate to include additional travel time and costs. Events requiring more than 3-4 hours commute may be subject to a day rate and related overnight fees if applicable. Please contact me for a current quote, thank you!

  • Currently payments may be submitted by Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal invoice. Deposits are non-refundable and due at the time of booking or commission, along with any additional event fees such as upfront travel costs, custom materials fees, or other uncommon fees. Remaining balances may be refundable depending on event or commission specifics, and are due the day of the event or upon completion of the commission, and may be paid by cash, Venmo, Zelle, PayPal invoice.

  • Updated as of (01/30/25):

    Make It A Morning Discount: $50 OFF + free logo printing for new bookings scheduled Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings (10AM or earlier start time). Mention code EARLYBIRDS🐥 to apply offer.

  • For events, my standard materials include 9"x12" 100# sheets, brush pen markers like Tombow or Kuretake Zig, and ink brush pens for fine details. Guests will also receive plastic sleeves to protect their drawings from spills and stains throughout the event.

  • Yes, I currently offer custom logo printing for an additional fee in either black/white or color. Or, with 3-4 weeks notice I can also order a custom physical stamp to manually brand the papers, which the client can then keep afterward for their own personal use. Clients will be asked to provide a high resolution image of their intended design or logo. For alternate paper sizing or materials, please contact me for more information on availability and suitability for your project.

  • My customers include both private clients and public companies, as well as guests of all ages from 1 to 100! I am happy to support all event types including birthdays, graduations, and weddings for private clients, as well as coordinating with event planners and corporate teams for team building, promotional, and brand activation events.

    At this time I am not accepting clients that require an NDA or removal of my personal brand during events, but upon request am happy to remove any guest/event identifying information when sharing event-related work in order to ensure guest privacy.

  • The best time to book is as early as possible! If your desired date has already been claimed, occasionally I am able to schedule two events per day, however this is not always possible depending on event duration and location. Please consider booking at least 3-4 months in advance for best chances of securing your preferred time slot. If the event date is flexible, customers may also wish to schedule for an early weekday as there is much less competition then. Top busy days tend to be Thursday through Sunday.

  • Once you've found an artist whose style you enjoy, you might ask: what kind of atmosphere do you want for your event? Based on their previous client reviews, will this person match or add to the energy of your guests? A quick call or message with the artist can be a great way to determine if they're a good fit.

  • (Long answer ahead, sorry!)

    This number will depend on a few factors. In addition to the artist's drawing rate (portraits/hour), you might also consider how many guests you expect and how many activities will also be running simultaneously.

    For an event where live illustration is intended as the main entertainment and you expect 100% guests interest, the artist's drawing rate will be the main factor in how many artists are required. For example, my drawing rate for quick portrait sketching is around 5-7 minutes per person, which translates to around 9-12 people per hour if the line is back-to-back. For an event with 36 people, I would probably require 3-4 hours.

    However for an event like a wedding, for example, you may have a very large guest list, but live illustration is one of many entertainment options. In this case we may only be able to cover 30 - 50% of guests, but if there isn't an opportunity to be drawn that's OK because there are alternatives. To ensure 100% coverage for large groups, I would recommend either multiple artists or the option to extend a booking if desired.

    Overall I would also note that while the drawing station does tend to be quite popular once people see what is being offered, there will almost always be some who just don't want a drawing either out of disinterest or discomfort (it can be very weird to be stared at by a stranger!), so 100% guest buy-in is not typical. For large events especially, I will also bring a sign-up sheet that explicitly notes the start and end times, and estimated limit for number of guests possible; this helps to give guests a realistic expectation for the event timeline, and also allows them to go enjoy other activities if they won't be able to receive a drawing.

  • Absolutely, and please also feel free to hire any of these artists individually in my place if their service or pricing is a better fit! All of the names below are folks who I’ve worked with multiple times at past events, and it’s been wonderful to have them as my ‘coworkers.’

    (BTW none of these vendors have paid or solicited me for this recommendation in any way, and I doubt any of them even realize I have this list up. I just enjoy these folks and want to see them get more work, so if they work for you please check them out!)

    PARTY CARICATURE:

    FASHION ILLUSTRATION:

    FACE & BODY PAINTING:

    UNIQUE SERVICE SHOUT-OUTS:*

    * I know I’m not in the food service business, but I recently met this couple at an event where they served the most amazing treats from their adorably refurbished ice-cream truck! The perfect vendor for a high-traffic event on a hot day~

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For additional questions, you may also reach out to me directly HERE. Thank you!