Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, South Yorkshire
Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, South Yorkshire
Live caricatures are a simple way to bring laughter and energy to any event. If you are looking for a caricaturist in the East Midlands, I draw fast, friendly portraits that get guests talking and give them something personal to take home. I cover Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and the wider region, working at weddings, parties and corporate events with a relaxed style that suits any crowd.
I’m Mark, the hand (and smile) behind Beefy’s Caricatures. I draw live wedding caricatures that bring people together with warmth, charm, and a generous helping of good-natured banter. Each portrait captures more than just a face. It captures a moment. The joy of being together, the sparkle of celebration, and the fun of watching something joyful unfold right in front of you.
I cover Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and the wider East Midlands and draw at weddings, parties and corporate events of all sizes. You get a professional setup, quick drawings and a relaxed style that works for any crowd.
Whether you want to add a bright moment to your wedding reception, get people talking at a party or attract attention at a corporate event, caricatures always land well. Take a look at the pages below to see how it works for your plans.
The caricatures are only part of what happens at a wedding. The real fun comes from the buzz that builds around the easel. Guests wander over for a look, start laughing at each other’s reactions and suddenly the room feels warmer. I chat, joke and keep everything relaxed so people feel comfortable sitting for a sketch. Nothing forced, nothing awkward.
Weddings are full of moments where guests drift about waiting for the next part of the day. That is where live caricatures work well. Some pop over between photos, others use it as a break from the dance floor and a few always return later with a mate because they want to see their reaction. It all adds to the flow of the evening.
Once the DJ starts throwing out the big tracks, the caricature station becomes a calm little magnet in the corner. The dance floor is bouncing, the lights are flashing and anyone wanting a breather heads my way for a quick sketch and a laugh. The reactions are brilliant and your photographer always manages to catch them. I don’t need to be out of the way – I bring my own lights and want to be where all the guests are!
My aim is simple. Bring people together, keep the atmosphere light and give your guests something personal to take home. You can see galleries, timings and full details on the dedicated wedding page.
Parties work best when there’s something happening that pulls people together. That is exactly what live caricatures do. Guests spot a drawing being finished, wander over for a closer look and within minutes there’s a small crowd laughing, chatting and taking photos. The drawings are fun, but the atmosphere around the easel is what people really remember.
I keep things friendly, relaxed and fast so no one is hanging about. Some guests want a quick sketch, others enjoy watching over my shoulder and a few always come back later with a mate because they want to see their reaction. It creates a steady stream of laughter and a bit of harmless chaos that lifts the whole night.
Whether it is a milestone birthday, a big family celebration or a garden party that needs a spark, caricatures slot in without getting in the way of everything else. The pace is easy. I chat, joke and make everyone feel welcome. People who have never met suddenly find themselves laughing together, which is exactly what you want from a special occasion.
If you want entertainment that adds energy without taking over, this is a great choice. You can see examples and full details on the party page when you are ready.
Corporate events can feel a bit formal until something comes along that gets people talking. That is where live caricatures work well. I set up in a corner, start drawing and within a few minutes people are gathering round, laughing at the reactions and easing into the night. It gives guests something to chat about that is not work, which helps the whole event feel more relaxed.
I draw quickly, stay friendly and keep the atmosphere light. Whether it is an awards night, a staff celebration, a conference social or a Christmas party, the pace stays steady and the energy stays positive. Guests drift in and out between food, drinks and conversations, and the drawings give them a personal takeaway that often ends up pinned to office walls.
Businesses book me because they want entertainment that is reliable, fun and easy to manage. I turn up on time, get set straight away and work hard for the full duration. Feedback from corporate clients is always the same. Great energy, professional approach and guests who leave smiling.
If you want something simple that brings people together and lifts the mood, caricatures are a strong choice for workplace events. You can see more examples and details on the corporate page.
Keep the love flowing and the laughter louder with live sketches your guests will be talking about for years.
Whether it’s a birthday, bash or black-tie do, I’ll bring fun and send your guests home smiling.
Swap small talk for sketches that add personality to events.
Whether it’s a 60th birthday bash, a corporate Christmas party, or your wedding day, my prices stay the same – no inflated “wedding rates” here.
£325 for 2 hours
£425 for 3 hours
** Longer bookings by request only and subject to availability