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$350 minimum, depending on travel and holiday dates.
Paul Draws You
Top Pro
Scheduling
Responds in about 44 min
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About
Do you want a fast, funny and entertaining artist for your party, wedding or special event? Of course you do! I'm always punctual, polite and professional. I entertain your guests and make your event a success!
Why should you choose me?
1. FAST. I can draw 15 or more faces per hour.
2. FUNNY. I get your guests smiling, laughing and having fun at your event.
3. MEMORABLE. You & your guests get a unique gift they'll love. Every time they look at their drawing, they remember your event. Contact me today to reserve your date.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 147 times
Serves Chicago, IL
Background checked
1 employee
25 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
2023
Services offered
Type of caricature
Event type
Birthday party
Wedding
Corporate event
School event
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
37 reviews
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Alanna P.
6 days ago
Hired on Thumbtack
Paul was an absolute highlight of our wedding!!! He was prompt, incredibly talented, and had a great rapport with all of our guests. His drawings captured everyone’s likeness so well and served as the perfect keepsake. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend hiring him!
Details: 51 - 100 guests • Wedding • Full color
Caricaturing
Lizzy A.
Jan 20, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
I wish I could select all 5 items about what I liked working with Paul. He was super punctual and very responsive. We had Paul come to our company holiday party to do some drawings for anyone who wanted their caricature drawn. It was a great "sparkler" to add to the party, giving everyone something they could go home with. Thank you, Paul!
Details: 51 - 100 guests • Corporate / office event • Spot color
Caricaturing
Kimberly W.
Jun 14, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Paul was a great addition to my daughter’s proposal party. It was fun to see guests’ drawings after they sat for Paul and made a great souvenir from the event.
Details: 26 - 50 guests • Special event / party • Spot color
Caricaturing
Genecar V.
Jun 8, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Thank you Paul for making my daughter’s graduation party memorable. It was the perfect party giveaway/ souvenir and our guests loved it! We can’t wait to book him for future events 💛
Details: 51 - 100 guests • Special event / party • Black and white
Caricaturing
Blake H.
Oct 13, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Paul to draw caricatures at our wedding, and guests loved it! The drawings were fun, fast, and spot-on. It added a unique touch and gave everyone a great keepsake. Highly recommend!
Details: 201 - 250 guests • Wedding • Black and white
Caricaturing
Credentials
Background Check
Paul Merklein