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About
I provide a style of caricature drawing that does not involve a lot exaggeration; I create cartoon portraits that can capture a likeness and I use a humorous approach to the subject without going overboard--my work is all about capturing the best in a person; drawing kids, seniors, and pets are all favorite subjects of mine!
Overview
Hired 117 times
Serves Petaluma, CA
Background checked
1 employee
21 years in business
Business hours
Sun11:00 am - 11:59 pmMon10:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2021
2020
Services offered
Type of caricature
Event type
Birthday party
Festival
Wedding
Corporate event
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and punctuality.
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Nina O.
Aug 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pete was incredible. We hired him for our wedding reception and he really went above and beyond. Everyone appreciated his work and enjoyed their souvenirs!
Details: 151 - 200 guests • Wedding • Spot color
Caricaturing
Abi B.
Nov 25, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had Pete at our party and every guest had the best experience getting their caricature done. He was gracious in staying more than we scheduled for to accommodate every guest who wanted to get their picture drawn.
Pete was a fantastic addition to our office holiday party. He does great caricatures, and he worked quickly and the quality was terrific. Our guests lined up for 3 hours and everyone loved it! Thanks Pete!
Caricaturing
Quinn O.
May 25, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Everyone was so happy with their caricature and loved the idea if having a keepsake from my sons birthday! Pete was a huge hit
Details: 26 - 50 guests • Birthday party • Spot color
Caricaturing
Sandy F.
Aug 23, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Pete did caricatures for my daughters Sweet 16 party and everyone loved his drawings! He was on time and polite. He's the best caricature artist I've ever seen. I highly recommend him and will use his services again!
Caricaturing
Credentials
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Pete Mcdonnell
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I typically ask $150 an hour, for a minimum of two hours, but not always. Sometimes I charge $175 an hour depending on the day or month, or time of year and distance from Petaluma. Digital caricatures are also available, but the cost per hour is higher. Digital rate is $225 an hour. Digital drawings are done on a tablet with painting software, then printed out for each guest on 4" x 6" photo paper.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I usually have an e-mail exchange with a new customer in which we determine the date, times, fee, venue and any other details of the event. I write up a contract stating all the details and submit it to the client for their signature; sometimes a deposit is required to secure the date, but not always. That's a pretty basic sequence, not very complicated.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been drawing and illustrating as a free-lance cartoonist since 1985. I was copying caricatures out of MAD magazine since i was a kid! Also, I trained at the California College of Arts & Crafts in Oakland and the Art Academy in San Francisco. I studied drawing, graphic design, calligraphy, painting and photography.
