- Wharton, NJ
- Caricaturist
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Caricatures by Gina Minichino
Overview
I've been drawing caricatures at parties and events for over 25 years. I've worked every kind of event - birthdays, weddings, communions, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, holiday, corporate, pet adoptions, engagement, wedding showers, and more! I can draw approximately 18-20 people per hour in black and white. My caricatures are a great likeness and I think quite cute. :) They are great entertainment and a party favor in one!
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I hope that I can draw for you soon!
Reviews
7 reviews
Matthew R.
May 23, 2026Perfect for Wedding Reheasal Night
Gina was a great addition to our daughter’s rehearsal event and guests were enthusiastically lining up to have their caricature drawn. Gina was calm and relaxing to work with and did all she promised.
Hired as: Caricaturist
Bart B.
May 18, 2026Blown away!
We hired Gina as the caricaturist for my wife’s hair salon opening party, and she was, without question, the star of the show.
At an event full of great hair, great outfits, and people who were very much hoping to look their best, Gina somehow managed to make everyone look hilarious, recognizable, and still totally fabulous. That is a very rare and dangerous talent.
Her caricatures had that classic charm we all love: expressive, witty, full of personality, but never mean, harsh, or derogatory. She captured everyone’s little quirks in the most playful and flattering way. People were laughing, posing, showing off their drawings, and comparing them like they had just received custom celebrity portraits.
She was also a joy to have at the party: warm, professional, quick, and incredibly talented. Guests kept coming back to watch her work, and by the end of the night, everyone wanted to take home their own Gina original.
Honestly, she was such a hit that we may need to hire a security team next time just to manage the line for her chair.
If you are looking for someone who can bring energy, laughter, charm, and real artistry to an event, book Gina. She is exceptional.
Hired as: Caricaturist
Tessa B.
May 11, 2026A Huge Hit at Our Block Party!
Gina was absolutely amazing at our block party. She arrived promptly, was incredibly sweet and professional, and brought such a fun energy to the event. Her talent is seriously impressive, every caricature was super creative. All of our guests loved her. She was super engaging and made the experience so memorable for everyone. We couldn’t have asked for a better addition to the event and would absolutely recommend her for any party or gathering!
Hired as: Caricaturist
Tiffany S.
April 26, 2026Fabulous addition to our event!
Cannot rave enough about Gina and her incredible art! She joined us for a small dinner party and created wonderful likenesses of our guests. Communication/contract process with her ahead of time an easy endeavor.
So glad we were able to connect with her. Our guests loved their portraits!!
Hired as: Caricaturist
Patrick
April 15, 2026So fun!
Everyone really enjoyed the caricatures! Would 100% recommend and would love to have at future parties!
Hired as: Caricaturist
Booking information
Price range: $150 -200 per hour
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 240 minutes
What to expect
I would need a table and chairs set up for me, preferably away from speakers so that I may hear the guests when they speak. That's all I'd need from you! I draw pretty fast, about 18-20 per hour in black and white, heads and shoulders, and my caricatures come with clear plastic sleeves. A perfect party favor, and entertainment at the same time!
About
I am a NJ native and started drawing as soon as I could hold a crayon. After high school I was thrilled to go to college in NYC at the School of Visual Arts, because they were the only 4 year college with cartooning as a major! After graduating, I started drawing caricatures at events and also began painting. My work shows regularly in galleries in NYC and LA. I'm also an illustrator, and have done work for album covers, magazines, trading cards and even a beer can. I enjoy drawing and painting in all forms.
Aside from the visual arts, I play guitar, and violin, and have two wonderful cats.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
June 2026
24
Wednesday
Festival
12:30pm - 3:30pm
•
Teterboro, NJ
27
Saturday
Graduation
3:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Hazlet, NJ
July 2026
20
Monday
Camp Event
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Spring Valley, NY
Past booked events
May 2026
22
Friday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Summit, NJ
15
Friday
Anniversary Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
New York City, NY
12
Tuesday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Teaneck, NJ
07
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
New York City, NY
02
Saturday
Religious Celebration
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Wood Ridge, NJ
April 2026
25
Saturday
Dinner Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Marlboro, NJ
11
Saturday
Birthday Party
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
Madison, NJ
February 2026
09
Monday
Holiday Party
5:30pm - 8:30pm
•
New York City, NY
08
Sunday
Cocktail Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Asbury Park, NJ
Setup requirements
I'll just need a table and chairs in decent light or near an outlet.
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