- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $300 and up
Dune J. said
“I've been working with Andrea since the 80's. She is a great artist, very personable, and reliable. Thank you for all your amazing work. ”
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56 Caricaturists serving San Diego, CA
- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- Contact for rates
Farley H. said
“Spencer Art/ Draw For Smiles is just what his name says. You will definitely get smiles from the pictures he draws.A very Talented guy with a great attitude. I will definitely be Hiring him for future... ”
- National City, CA
- Caricaturist
- 4 miles from San Diego
- $100 - $150 an hour
Vina N. said
“I booked Julio for my property's Oktoberfest event for 2 hours. Julio was amazing! The tenants really enjoyed getting their drawing. They loved his work and how quickly he was able to draw. It was a... ”
- Chula Vista, CA
- Caricaturist
- 7 miles from San Diego
- Contact for rates
Roxann D. said
“Thank you so much! We had an amazing time and enjoyed the artwork you created for us. We will definitely book you for any future events we may have. The vibe was amazing and entertaining as everyone... ”
- La Mesa, CA
- Caricaturist
- 9 miles from San Diego
- $100-$200/hour
Lisa J. said
“Rory was wonderful! He captured every guest in a fun and memorable caricature. Guests primarily included high schoolers that just graduated. Rory’s caricatures helped memorialize this moment in... ”
- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $200.00 hr for b&w 300.00 hr for color
Janelle J. said
“Bez is a very personable artist, and was very flexible working with several changes to the date. He was a big hit at our Employee Appreciation Event! The team members really enjoyed watching him... ”
Bambino Arts
2 Verified bookings- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $200 and up*
Caricatures, live paintings, murals, humor, & guaranteed fun.
- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $75 and up
Sara G. said
“The kids loved!!! The artist was amazing! she did an amazing job and is great with the kids! ”
- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $300 per event and up.
Jeanette R. said
“Cameron joined us for a two day trade show in San Diego to draw caricatures for our clients and guests. His work was just stunning and his ability to capture the personality of his subjects was a... ”
- Vista, CA
- Caricaturist
- 34 miles from San Diego
- $150 - $425
Jaclyn E. said
“We had a wonderful event with, David. He was prompt, personable and a friendly face that everyone enjoyed sitting for. We loved our drawings and will for the years to come. Thanks again, David!! ”
- San Diego, CA
- Caricaturist
- $200 and up
I am a caricature artist with 20+ years experience in a retail and party setting. I also do face painting and henna tattoos. I have done caricature for the...
- San Diego, CA
- Live Artwork / Caricaturist
- $488 - $1500+
Nallely S. said
“Absolutely incredible! We hired Amy for our wedding, and we couldn’t have asked for a more talented and professional artist. From the moment they arrived, they set up quickly and seamlessly blended... ”
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Quick facts for Caricaturists in San Diego, CA
47,121 quotes sent
In the past year, Caricaturists have sent 47,121 quotes to event planners.
7th most popular
Caricaturists rank #7 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.
4.9 out of 5 stars
There are 7,793 Caricaturist reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.
2.2 days on average to book
From request to booking, it takes 2.2 days (on average) to hire a Caricaturist.
San Diego ranks #2
San Diego is the 2nd most popular city for Caricaturists requests in California.
Popular events
Caricaturists are typically hired for Corporate Events, Birthday Parties, and Wedding Receptions in San Diego, CA.
California ranks #1
California is the most popular state for Caricaturists requests in the United States.
Past events for Caricaturists in San Diego, CA
Amazing!
Caricaturist
5.0
August 23, 2025
3 hours
Cartoony portraits did drawings at my birthday party and it was such a hit! Everyone loved it and it’s amazing he provides an online album as well. I highly recommend him for your events!
Event total
$400
Oktoberfest Event
Caricaturist
5.0
October 21, 2025
2 hours
I booked Julio for my property's Oktoberfest event for 2 hours. Julio was amazing! The tenants really enjoyed getting their drawing. They loved his work and how quickly he was able to draw. It was a great addition to our event. I would absolutely book him again in the future for another event. Thank you, Julio!
Event total
$180
Great addition to our fundraiser!
Caricaturist
5.0
February 7, 2026
3 hours
We hosted a carnival fundraiser and David was such an amazing part of making the event extra special! Our guests were so excited to get caricatures from him, there was a waitlist the entire event! He was professional, on time, and engaging with our guests making their time sitting for the caricature fun and comfortable. Thank you so much!!!
Event total
$400
About booking Caricaturists in San Diego, CA
Caricatures are a really unique party entertainment option to keep your guests engaged. It also leaves them with a really fun souvenir to remember your event by. You can hire a caricature artist for all types of occasions from wedding receptions and birthday parties to corporate events and product launches. Find the perfect caricaturist on GigSalad!
The cost of hiring a professional caricaturist in San Diego, California will vary depending on the number of guests, the detail of the drawing, and the artist’s skill level. Talented artists with years of experience drawing caricatures may charge more than those just starting out. Simple drawings in black and white will likely cost less than more elaborate art in color. Contact local caricaturists to get a quote customized for your event.
While browsing profiles for San Diego caricaturists, be sure to look through photos to get a feel for their artistic style. Read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience working at events like yours. When talking with artists, discuss important details like expected guest numbers, venue setup, arrival times, and any other unique aspect of your event. If you’re hiring them for wedding entertainment or any other formal affair, you should also go over preferred attire.
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Caricaturists serving the San Diego, CA area
These Caricaturists serve the wider San Diego and San Diego county area and travel to Coronado, National City, Lincoln Acres, Chula Vista, Lemon Grove, Bonita, La Mesa, Imperial Beach, Spring Valley, La Jolla, El Cajon, San Ysidro, Rancho San Diego, Santee, Winter Gardens, Jamul, Lakeside, Del Mar, Poway, Fairbanks Ranch, and Solana Beach.