FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Q: WHAT LIVE ILLUSTRATION SERVICES DO YOU OFFER? A: My main services include Live Portrait Sketching for private and corporate events for humans and pets (all species welcome!). I also provide live concept illustration (i.e. combining and illustrating ideas provided by guests into one image), and guided group illustration activities for kids parties. Please feel free to get in touch with any ideas you may have for an event -- I'm always open to trying something new! Q: WHAT IS YOUR PRICING FOR LIVE ILLUSTRATION or CUSTOM ARTWORK? A: Live Event Illustration rates will vary by location, but in general I provide a flat rate/amount that includes time/travel/materials, and any other additional services required. Locals (within 1 hour one-way commute) may be eligible for my Local's Rate. Custom artwork pricing will range depending on factors such as size, complexity, interest, and desired turnaround. Please see main profile description for current rates, or contact me for more information. Holiday or evening rates may apply. Q: DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS? A: At this time I am not offering discounts, typically. That being said, I am very interested in finding ways to support those who may not be able to purchase my services, so please feel free to reach out and perhaps we can find an alternative. For example: providing portrait illustrations individually as a for-purchase option at a fundraising event, and splitting the profits with the organization. Q: WHAT MATERIALS DO YOU USE? A: 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. Custom artwork projects may range from charcoal to watercolor to acrylics, but no oil paintings at this time. Q: DO YOU OFFER CUSTOMIZATION SERVICES FOR LIVE ILLUSTRATION? A: Yes, with 3-4 weeks notice I do offer custom stamped paper as an additional purchase option for live event illustration. Clients will be asked to provide a single-color, high resolution image of their intended design or logo, which I then order onto a stamp and apply to each drawing sheet for the event. For alternate paper sizing or materials, please contact me for more information on availability and suitability for your project.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
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 corporate teams for team building and promotional events.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Q: WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO BOOK? A: If there is a specific artist you'd like for your event, the best thing to do is book early! 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. Q: WHAT QUALITIES SHOULD I LOOK FOR IN AN ARTIST? A: 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.