Rick, Caricaturist

Caricaturing can be very entertaining to watch and potentially be the hit of the party. It also allows everyone to bring home a fun souvenir from the event. I do not use pencil when I draw which creates a bit of magic seeing someone come to life from a blank page.

Rick Barrett graduated from the Art Institute with a Bachelors degree in media arts and animation focusing on anatomy and sequential arts. He's since then been involved with Marvel Comics, DC, Zondervan, and CMX through the company Art Monkey Studios where he lettered for comics and manga. While lettering he was also the lead artist for High Tech Travel portal and then found his way into the caricature world at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. He's since worked with Fassen Arts at Universal Studios, Disney world, Stanton Portraits from Myrtle Beach SC. He currently works at Disney World and multiple festivals and fairs throughout the country. Whatever the event, his experience and rapport with the client creates an amazing experience and a memorable attraction for all.

I typically use permanent marker for big events but can also water color the drawings if desired. Each drawing takes only 3-5 minutes. If you would prefer digital colored drawings I draw on my surface pro 3 which is a very unique addition to an event. With the digital format it also allows me to walk around and draw at the same time of wanted.