Caricatures by Kathy
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At the pensacola museum of art
YouTube star Nakia Peck drawn in person!
The best reaction ever
Event Caricatures at a Marketing conference at Top Golf in Jackson, Mississippi
Romantic wedding theme - caricatures! At the Ursuline convent museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduation from Columbia, Southern Universityin Orange beach AL
Wedding at the slavonian lodge in Biloxi, MS
Destination wedding at Tybee Island GA
Live Caricatures at an Outdoor Wedding in Hattiesburg, MS
Live caricatures at a holiday corporate event in Gulfport Mississippi
Caricatures at a Wedding rehearsal dinner at Cedar street social in Mobile, AL
Wedding caricature Commission in Fairhope, AL
Wedding reception entertainment at Barkley house, pensacola FL
A couple gets a caricture at a gala at Keesler Airforce base in Biloxi, AL
Live caricatures at a wedding in belforest point venue in Daphne, AL
Live Caricatures at a wedding reception at Bellingrath gardens in Theodore, AL
Caricatures for Miss senior world pageant at the Biloxi convention center
Wedding cartoonist Kathy Buskett Draws a bride and groom at the chimneys restaurantin Gulfport MS
Bride and groom after a costume change at Jerusalem Shriners venue in destrehan, LA
Wedding at a private residence in Spanish Fort, AL
Wedding cartoons at the plant venue in Jackson, MS
Event Caricatures for a Fundraiser for Stonebridge Elementary in Spanish fort, AL
Wedding reception for a gen x couple at the oaks venue in Amite, LA
Destination wedding at tybee island chapel and venue in GA
Wedding at the Lakes Venue in ponchatoula LA
Mom & son at a wedding in Jackson MS at the Plant Venue
Country western wedding at the equestrian center in Pensacola, FL
Wedding caricatures at the slavonian lodge in Biloxi, MS
Live wedding sketch at the Mobile cruise terminal
The little cancer survivor, hospital event in mobile AL
Caricature reaction at a bridal show at the mobile convention center
Proposal caricature - Dauphins restaurant, Mobile AL
CARICATURES At a 50th birthday party in the garden district, NOLA
Corporate event SUPERHERO caricatures at the grand hotel in Fairhope, AL
Bride and groom caricature in Biloxi, MS
Wedding reception at the chimneys restaurant in Gulfport, MS
Alternative to a guest book - the sign in caricature!
Kids can get caricatures too! Brusly, LA country club wedding
Daphne AL PROM 2025
Pace High School Homecoming
Corporate entertainment caricatures with preprinted logo
Wedding caricatures at the Audubon club in New Orleans, Louisiana
Corporate event caricatures at the Ernest M morale convention center in New Orleans, Louisiana
Caricatures as fun wedding favors at the Slovenian Lodge in Biloxi Mississippi
Caricatures add a fundraiser for Saint Michael’s school in Daphne Alabama
Fun Guest experience of caricatures at the Slovenian Lodge in Biloxi, Mississippi
Corporate welcome event at the Marriott Riverside in New Orleans, Louisiana
Wedding caricature at Bellingrath Gardens in Theodore AL
Caricature entertainment at a 70th birthday party at The Fairhope Inn in Fairhope Alabama
Galentine’s Day event at the Indegeaux Boutique in Pensacola, Florida
Caricatures make Fun wedding party activities at a wedding in Belle Chasse, LA
A Wedding guest gets a fun caricature at the Ursuline convent museum venue in New Orleans, Louisiana
Overview
Make your wedding, corporate event, or party unforgettable with live caricatures your guests will actually love!
* Flattering: Drawings that look like your guests and make them feel great.
* Fast: Most artists draw 10–15 guests per hour. I draw up to 25–30, so twice as many guests enjoy the experience!
* Professional: With 27 years of experience, a written contract, and a 100% show-up guarantee, you can relax knowing your event is in good hands.
* Fun: I chat, joke, and tell stories while I draw, keeping guests entertained and sending them home with personalized keepsakes.
Serving the Gulf Coast and beyond.
Reviews
21 reviews
Aneesah A.
March 31, 2025Highly Recommend Booking with Kathy!!
Kathy was amazing to work with from start to finish. Her communication throughout the whole process was great, and she made booking super easy. Once at our event Kathy did a really great job engaging with all of our attendees, and everyone loved their Caricatures. I would 100% book with Kathy again.
Hired as: Caricaturist
Caricatures by Kathy
Thanks Aneesah!
Your event was a big hit and I enjoyed meeting you and working with you.
Thanks so much for the positive review. I’d be happy to work with y’all again.
Amy W.
May 22, 2024Don’t hesitate!
Kathy was great to work with from start to finish. She was easy to communicate with, fun, and talented. We will absolutely hire her again!
Hired as: Corporate Entertainment
Caricatures by Kathy
Thanks so much Amy! Working for your museum was one of the highlights of my career and I would love to work with y’all again! If there were a ways to give a client a review I’d give you five stars too!
Kind regards
Kathy buskett
Roxie G.
December 6, 20235 star Kathy!
Kathy was awesome! Everyone loved her! We’ve already booked her for next year. Great for kids and adults.
Hired as: Children’s Party Entertainment
Caricatures by Kathy
Thanks so much Roxie! I appreciate the review and I will see y’all next year. Merry Christmas!
Shaina R.
December 3, 2023Great Person
Ms.Kathy was great ! She interacted with the kids nicely . Everyone loved her ! We were running a little late got the party she even helped us unpack the car . She’s the sweetest ! Thanks for everything Ms.Kathy !
Hired as: Arts & Crafts Party, Children’s Party Entertainment
Caricatures by Kathy
Shaina, thanks so much. Reviews really help me out and I appreciate the fact that I didn’t even have to ask you for it. Have a great weekend and please remember me if you have any other events in the future!
Kind regards
Kathy Buskett
Danielle N.
November 10, 2023Wonderful
She was great with communication for planning the event, timely, and her work is wonderful! Highly recommend!
Hired as: Corporate Entertainment
Caricatures by Kathy
Thanks so much Danielle! I had a great time working with y’all and I hope we can work together again soon.
Booking information
Price range: $400–$3,000+
Languages: English
Gig length: 120 - 1000 minutes
Insurance: $2,000,000 - Great American insurance
What to expect
You’re in good hands!
At an event, I always arrive early. With the input of the event planner or the hosts, we will find the best place for me to set up.
Once we determine a spot where traffic will flow well, I can be set up in just a few minutes.
You don’t have to supply anything. l bring all of my own equipment with the exception of three chairs (although I can accommodate you and bring chairs if necessary). My setup is only about 8’x8’ and includes my easel. No tables are necessary.
From that time on, I will be ready to draw and I will draw nonstop, except for scheduled breaks.
You wil not need to babysit me. You can go take care of your guests and enjoy your own event!
I draw an astonishing 30+ faces per hour and I’m known for my speed and likenesses. Each person will receive their caricatures right then, there’s no drying tables or mess and no wait.
At the end of my time I will check to make sure overtime is not desired. If it is I will get an ok from whomever hired me and continue drawing.
When done, I will collect my remaining fee and pack up and be out of the way within a few minutes.
I draw all kinds of people, all ages, and my goal is to make people LOVE their drawing. I LOVE my job and it shows!
About
Once upon a time, I was a little girl who dreamed about my own wedding day.
As a creative person, I was excited to plan every detail myself. When the day finally came, I decided to make all of my own wedding favors: delicate origami roses that I painstakingly folded by hand.
Imagine how crushed I was at the end of the night when I saw that most of them had been left behind.
That’s when I realized something brides discover all the time: finding a meaningful wedding favor that guests actually keep is harder than it looks.
That’s why my caricatures are different.
A flattering caricature is something most people have always wanted but rarely get the chance to experience. When guests sit down for a drawing, they laugh, watch the artwork come to life, and leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake they’ll treasure for years.
They don’t leave it behind.
My journey as a caricature artist began more than 27 years ago at a Sesame Street theme park near Philadelphia. With long lines of excited families waiting for their drawings, I quickly learned how to work fast while still capturing a likeness.
From there, I spent 10 years in Las Vegas, drawing on Fremont Street and working some of the largest corporate events in the world. Vegas taught me professionalism, showmanship, and how to keep guests entertained while creating artwork they actually love.
Today, I call the Gulf Coast home, where I specialize in weddings while continuing to draw at corporate events and private parties. Living and working here has taught me the importance of warmth, hospitality, and making every guest feel genuinely welcome.
What makes my events special is that I don’t just create favors. I create an experience.
Guests gather around to watch the drawing happen. I chat with them, tell stories, and keep the energy fun and relaxed. Even the shyest guests often wind up sitting for a drawing by the end of the night.
And when I turn the drawing around for the big reveal?
That’s where the magic happens.
With my extra-fast drawing speed, nearly twice the industry average, more of your guests can be drawn during your event. That means shorter lines, more laughter, and more happy guests leaving with a personalized piece of art.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, or party, I’d love to bring something truly unforgettable to your celebration.
Contact me today to check availability. There’s only one of me, and popular dates book quickly.
Additional booking notes
I bring all of my own supplies, including my easel and lighting if needed. No table is required. Three chairs are appreciated but can be provided upon request.
A small, well-lit space near your guests is ideal. Placement near the main gathering area helps keep the line moving and allows more guests to enjoy the experience. For outdoor events, shade or shelter and a weather backup plan are required.
I arrive early to set up and provide a written booking agreement that clearly outlines expectations and protects both of us. Every booking includes my 100% show-up guarantee. In 27 years, I have never missed an event!
Thanks for reading all this and I hope you have a blessed day! :)
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
September 2026
19
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:30pm - 9:30pm
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New Orleans, LA
Past booked events
February 2026
27
Friday
Religious Celebration
5:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Mobile, AL
February 2025
24
Monday
Corporate Event
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
New Orleans, LA
May 2024
11
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
New Orleans, LA
December 2023
02
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Pensacola, FL
November 2023
09
Thursday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 1:30pm
•
Panama City, FL
04
Saturday
Grand Opening
11:00am - 1:00pm
•
Daphne, AL
October 2023
29
Sunday
Religious Celebration
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Gulfport, MS
21
Saturday
Festival
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Biloxi, MS
September 2023
23
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
1:30pm - 2:30pm
•
Pensacola, FL
July 2023
22
Saturday
Corporate Event
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Castleberry, AL
June 2023
29
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Mobile, AL
17
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
11:00am - 2:00pm
•
Defuniak Springs, FL
May 2023
28
Sunday
Dinner Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Pass Christian, MS
23
Tuesday
Beach club
6:30pm - 9:30pm
20
Saturday
Birthday party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
09
Tuesday
House Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Laurel, MS
April 2023
29
Saturday
Corporate Event
10:30am - 3:30pm
•
Vancleave, MS
08
Saturday
Corporate Event
10:00am - 2:00pm
•
Navarre, FL
March 2023
18
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
Pensacola, FL
January 2023
14
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Beaumont, MS
07
Saturday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Orange Beach, AL
December 2022
03
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
10:30am - 12:00pm
•
Pensacola, FL
November 2022
05
Saturday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 3:00pm
•
Daphne, AL
October 2022
15
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
4:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Laurel, MS
October 2021
30
Saturday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Fort Walton Beach, FL
23
Saturday
Halloween Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Foley, AL
Influences and inspiration
Al Hirschfeld
Quentin Blake
Shel Silverstein
Roz Chast
Maurice Sendak
Buddy Rose
Setup requirements
3 chairs