Caricatures by Gina Minichino

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Westfield, NJ

$150 -200 per hour

Travels up to 60 miles

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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

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Matthew R.

May 23, 2026
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Perfect 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


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Bart B.

May 18, 2026
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Blown 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


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Tessa B.

May 11, 2026
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A 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


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Tiffany S.

April 26, 2026
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Fabulous 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


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Patrick

April 15, 2026
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So fun!

Everyone really enjoyed the caricatures! Would 100% recommend and would love to have at future parties!

Hired as: Caricaturist

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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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