How to Order a Custom Caricature?

 

Here’s how the process works:

You contact me by email, WhatsApp, or any other convenient way to let me know that you’d like a custom caricature. In your message, please include your vision, if you have one, the number of people in the drawing, the size you need (A3 or A4 format),  the date you need to receive the finished drawing, and the delivery method. 

If I can complete your caricature in the time frame requested, I will send you the cost of the caricature and payment details, along with any further questions I have about your idea.  I will then need you to send me several high-quality photos of the person (or people) to be drawn.

Note: If you don’t have a clear idea (which is very common), simply add a short description of the person: profession, hobbies, personality traits, or any distinctive details that could be creatively woven into the caricature.

 

From Idea to Finished Artwork
Karikatūras idejas uzmetums, skice, ģimene kopā ar mājdzīvniekiem brauc uz viena kvadricikla

Based on your description, I will develop a concept and storyline for the caricature. I then send you a brief explanation along with a simple sketch by email, so you can clearly understand how the custom caricature portrait might look. At this stage, you can suggest changes, improvements, or confirm that the idea works for you.

Karikatūras skice ar zīmuli, tēvs stūrē kvadriciklu uz kura brauc ģimene ar visiem mājdzīvniekiem

Once approved, I start drawing the final caricature on paper. After completing the pencil version, I send you a preview by email for your approval.

Individuālā karikatūra uzzīmēta ar melnu līniju, ģimene brauc uz kvdaricikla kopā ar suņiem un kaķiem

After the pencil sketch is approved, I ink the drawing – at this stage, no further changes are possible. The caricature is then colored with colored pencils and framed.

Ar zīmuļiem zīmēta krāsaina karikatūra, ģimene ātri brauc ar kvadriciklu turot rokās suņus un kaķus

We then set up a meeting point, and the framed original artwork is given to you. If you would like a digital version in addition to the original, I can send you a high-resolution scan by email.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How much does a custom caricature cost?

The price of a caricature depends on the number of people you want represented in the drawing. Only people drawn based on reference photos are counted. The price also depends on size. An A4 caricature is smaller and costs approximately one-third less than an A3 format.

For an exact quote, please contact me directly.

 

How long does it take to create a caricature?

It’s difficult to predict randomly how long a caricature will take. Many factors affect this answer: the number of people in the drawing, the size, the subject matter, and the number of orders I receive. 

I always ask one key question: When do you need to receive the caricature?

You tell me the target date, and I’ll tell you whether it’s possible or not. The earlier you order the drawing, the better.

 

What kind of photos are needed?

For a high quality caricature drawing, at least 3 – 5 various photos are required – preferably more. This allows me to see the person not only from the front, but also from the side and in different situations. Note: It is best if not all of the photos are selfies.

Links to social media profiles or videos can also be helpful sometimes.

 

Do you ship caricatures by mail?

If it’s not possible to hand over the finished caricature in person, I can ship it via parcel locker or courier service. In this case, packaging and shipping costs are added to the final price.