In the dictionary, a
caricature is a “likeness using exaggeration to convey a humorous or
amusing effect”. I think of my caricatures
as a story, rather than just a
snapshot. I want to capture a likeness, but also capture what a person
does, a place they’ve visited, a memorable experience or even to put that
person into a situation they’d wish for. To do that I need to know
something specific about their work, hobby, leisure or aspirations.
My caricature projects are
guided by the photographs and instructions you
provide. Over a process of
several hours, each piece is worked up individually as a “rough” drawing
which is then refined, transferred to the final board, inked, and then
colored by painting and airbrush.
Generally, the better and
larger the original face image I am provided to work from, the greater
your satisfaction with the final project. You will also be more pleased
with a project if you provided a few specific traits I can use to
customize the piece. Also important are instructions as to eye and hair
color (because photos can be deceiving). Follow the Order Page questions
and guidelines for your best product. I’ll try to include as much as
possible.
