Milestone Birthday Surprise Party Caricatures!

This gentleman was given a surprise party yesterday, by his lovely wife, and I was thrilled to be a part of it. Two crazy coincidences, connected with it, amazed me: the first is that, because I had to go the long way around to use a very lengthy ramp (I pull a small cart with my easel and supplies), I arrived at the door at the same time as my client and the birthday boy! Unbeknownst to me, they had pulled up and were entering, in the time it took me to walk around.... he even held the door for me and my cart! Of course, I knew he had no idea who I was or why I was there, so it was fine. I waited in the lobby while they continued in, to the cheers of their awaiting guests. The second coincidence was, during the festivities, my client graciously included birthday salutations to any guests who also had March birthdays. Well, my gigs are not about me, so of course, I did not mention I'm a March birthday girl also. At the end of the party, I asked the guest of honor whether his party was held on his actual birthday. He said no, it was a few days back....of course, it was my birthday too. They all sang happy birthday to me!!!!!!!  :-) What are the chances!!! (Yes I know, 1 in 365!!)

Thank you so much for having me, it was a lovely afternoon at the country club!

Sparkly 40th Birthday Caricatures!

This birthday girl REALLY sparkled! So I'm glad I had a silver Sharpie pen with me! :-D

Her 40th birthday party was the second time I'd drawn caricatures for her family...the first was for her father's retirement party. Her mother definitely knows how to throw a fantastic party! 

Here are a few of my drawings:

Had a nice spot right near the bar...

..but it might be the last hurrah for this particular easel. It's an Ikea laptop table that my husband adapted for me, and it's lasted a few years... but the adjustable-height-leg part isn't adjustable any more.  Stay tuned here to see what I end up with for my next gig. :-)

Thanks to Sharon for booking me, and keeping me on longer to accommodate more guests! :-)

60th Birthday Caricatures!

 Saturday evening found me at a 60th birthday party at a home, in a nearby town. 

Gigsalad brought us together, the guest of honor's DIL was my client! 

The birthday girl was dressed very festively---I drew her extended family and then her and her hubby. :-)

They sent me home with a loaded plate of Italian fare, which was delicious. The next morning I found some nice feedback waiting for me on Gigasalad. Thanks so much, Cassie!

Review received on 1/30/2022

So fun!

Emily was great. She was on time, responsive and professional. 

Everyone loved their caricatures and had a great time!

• Reviewer: Cassie L.
• Event Date: January 29th, 2022
• Services Provided: Caricaturist
• Rating: 5 out of 5

Sweet 16 Caricatures on a Snowy Evening!

 I will start by saying I'm glad my husband has a truck...and doesn't mind driving in snow...

...and also, my very thoughtful client put a lot of effort into moving up the time of her daughter's candy-themed Sweet 16 party, so everyone could get home before the full force of the snowstorm arrived. 

The venue was a gorgeous place to have a Sweet 16 party!

Needless to say, it wasn't supposed to be THAT early on a Friday night ;-)

I drew many, many guests but I didn't get to the birthday girl...so I'll be doing her caricature from a photo. However, here are some of her friends!

And the DJ:

and her dad and brother:

This is how my backyard looked when we got home, safe and sound. Thanks so much to my great client!

Backyard Sweet 16 Caricatures

So many folks are utilizing their backyards for parties this year (and rightly so), I am so happy to feel safer doing events outdoors while the weather stays nice. I'm sure the tent companies are happy too.

This family didn't need a tent, their backyard was a little paradise for celebrating a Sweet 16. The birthday girl posed with her cat, whom she called her"son". Of course, he's in her caricature! 

Happy birthday Sage! Thanks for having me! :-D

65th Birthday Party Caricatures!

I couldn't believe this lovely lady is 65! She danced the night away on tiny feet...but her party was beach-themed so I drew her in a yellow-polka-dot bikini. 

Here are a few of her guests ( and caricature reactions!)

Here is my client and her hubby...thank you for having me and for the great feedback on TheBash/Gigmasters!

An exuberant 70th Birthday party...with my caricatures!

 This lady came in DANCING, to her surprise 70th birthday party, which was masterminded by her party-planner granddaughter. I actually drew her caricature (her body, anyway) from one of the photos I took when she came in!  (Had a good seat!)

SURPRISE!!!!!!!

And I was right there across from the door:

I couldn't BELIEVE she was 70.

So here is a close up of the caricature...and below is her reaction when her granddaughter showed her, on the dance floor, of course!

Here are some of the guests' caricatures:

It went so well I was asked to stay an extra half hour, thank you, Brielle!

This was the 2nd gig of 2020, but the first to use my brand-new rubber stamp on my papers. 

Starting 2020 with a caricature gig--an 80th birthday celebration!

This gentleman had family come from all parts of the country, to help celebrate his 80th birthday on New Year's Day 2020! 

It was held at the beautiful DuPont Country Club near Wilmington, Delaware on a crisp winter's day, the Christmas tree still up in the dining room.

I drew singles, couples and family groups, and kept busy for four hours!

My client, the birthday gentleman's daughter, found me on Gigmasters which is now known as TheBash.com. She was kind enough to leave me a wonderful review, the day after! Thank you Liz!