Wedding Caricature Artist
Fast, fun, hand-drawn caricatures live at your wedding
Unique keepsakes and entertainment your guests will love.
Wedding Caricature Artist
Fast, fun, hand-drawn caricatures live at your wedding
Unique keepsakes and entertainment your guests will love.
Wedding Entertainment with Character
You’ve got your favourite people all in one place and want them to have a fab time. That’s my cue.
I’m a wedding caricature artist who’s been tickling nuptials since 1999, so I’m great with faces and the people attached to them!
Think of me as the interesting guest with the brilliant party piece – bringing a bit of a buzz, plenty of good humour and some creative fun to your day.
I’ll mingle with your friends and family, get them chatting, and draw a spot-on caricature in minutes. I’ll keep the person I’m drawing entertained and get everyone joining in. From the drinks reception to the evening party, I’ll take my cue from you, your do and your crowd.
Plenty of laughs and a unique picture to remember your day by.
Wedding Entertainment
with Character
You’ve got your favourite people all in one place and want them to have a fab time. That’s my cue.
I’m a wedding caricature artist who’s been tickling nuptials since 1999, so I’m great with faces and the people attached to them!
Think of me as the interesting guest with the brilliant party piece – bringing a bit of a buzz, plenty of good humour and some creative fun to your day.
I’ll mingle with your friends and family, get them chatting, and draw a spot-on caricature in minutes. I’ll keep the person I’m drawing entertained and get everyone joining in. From the drinks reception to the evening party, I’ll take my cue from you, your do and your crowd.
Plenty of laughs and a unique picture to remember your day by.
“The best choice we made throughout the whole of the wedding planning!”
J. Thompson, Bride
What I Bring to Your Wedding
What I Bring to Your Wedding
I’ll Give Your Guests Something to Talk About
For me, it’s about getting stuck in, having a good giggle with your guests and finding out who’s who. I’ll keep the energy going, bring onlookers into the fun and give people who’ve only just met something to show off to each other.
Join in or just enjoy watching. There’s fun to be had either way
..And Proof They’ve Had Fun!
First there’s the super fast drawing. Then the reveal and the laughter. For the guests, the caricatures are always a highlight of the day and they get something they’ll actually want to keep – a little reminder of themselves having a fab time at your wedding.
Wedding entertainment and a keepsake, all in one.
When Do Wedding Caricatures Work Best?
When Do Wedding Caricatures Work Best?
Caricatures work best where people are mingling, celebrating and enjoying themselves. They’re flexible enough to suit everything from elegant weddings to intimate private parties, and I can fit around whatever you’ve got planned.
Caricatures work best where people are mingling, celebrating and enjoying themselves.
They’re flexible enough to suit everything from elegant weddings to intimate private parties, and I can fit around whatever you’ve got planned.
Drinks Reception & Wedding Breakfast
Guests are warming up, getting a drink, working out who’s who.
While you’re having your photos taken, I’ll get amongst your guests. They can carry on chatting, have a nose over my shoulder and enjoy a bit of fun together. Once everyone sits down for the wedding breakfast, I can work my way around the tables, fitting around the food, the speeches and your venue’s team.
Evening Party
Caricatures are brilliant for evening parties!
Give me a party full of people and I’m happy. I’ll mingle, add a bit of buzz and draw as many folks as I can in between the dancing. Day guests, evening guests, whoever’s up for it. I’ll fit around your first dance, cake cutting and whatever else you’ve got planned. It’s your do, after all.
Got a ‘lull’ between the speeches and the evening party? That’s another good spot for a few funny faces. How about cocktail hour when guests are drifting and chatting? I can draw all day if needed – getting round even more of the guests!
Tell me your timings and guest numbers, and I’ll help you work out when to start and how long to book me for.
Wedding Caricatures in Action
Wedding Caricatures in Action
Just few real examples from weddings – quick, lively and drawn on the day.
See more wedding caricatures in the full gallery →
Just few real examples from weddings.
Quick, lively and drawn on the day.
See more wedding caricatures
in the full gallery →
See more Wedding Caricatures in the full gallery or check out social media for recent samples
See more Wedding Caricatures
in the full gallery or check out social media for recent samples
How It Works
How It Works
1. Book me in.
Send your date and details — I’ll let you know if I’m free.
2. I’ll get to work.
I arrive, set up fast and get straight into drawing.
3. Guests can’t resist.
One person gets drawn… suddenly there’s a queue!
4. They take it home.
A funny, personal keepsake from the day.
Wedding Caricature Artist FAQs
Wedding Caricature Artist FAQs
Wedding caricature bookings start from £450, with the final price depending on where, when and how long you’d like me there.
Send me your wedding date, location and a rough idea of your plans. I’ll then give you a clear quote, so you know the price before you book.
That depends on how many guests you’re inviting and which part of the day you’d like me to cover.
I’m usually booked for three hours.
If you’re unsure, tell me what you’ve got planned and I’ll help you work it out. After more than 2,000 weddings, I’ve got a pretty good idea of what fits where.
I usually draw around 10–16 classic caricatures per hour, depending on the mix of individuals and couples, and how well behaved they are. An individual black and white caricature takes roughly 3–4 minutes, while a couple takes around 8 minutes.
I’ll always keep the drawings coming and the conversation going, making the most of the time you’ve booked.
Every wedding is different and I’m always happy to fit in with your plans.
There’s two ‘sessions’ I’d recommend as best for the caricaturing – the reception session or the evening session.
For the reception session, I’ll be at the venue ready for when the guests arrive (or after the ceremony), drawing during drinks, photos and chit chat. This is a good time to catch those guests who may not be part of the main wedding party, warming them up for the day, and working alongside the photographer to keep everyone amused. Then, during the wedding breakfast, I’ll work my way around the tables – drawing in between courses and pausing for any of the usual formalities. I’ll also make sure to capture the top table. Three hours will normally take us up to around the end of the meal and before the speeches.
The evening session is a little more straight forward. I’ll be there for the start of your evening do – or slightly earlier to catch the end of the reception – and draw through to a time when everyone is too merry to sit still for three minutes; catching a good mix of the daytime and evening guests as I go.
Other times include, the ‘lull’ in between the wedding breakfast and evening party, or a quick blast during Cocktail Hour.
The most popular times are during the drinks reception or in the evening.
During the reception, I draw while guests are mingling and photos are happening, and can also work around tables during the meal where appropriate.
In the evening, I’ll draw a mix of daytime and evening guests until the dancefloor takes over. It also works well during quieter moments like the lull or cocktail hour.
I bring everything I need, and there’s very little setting up to do. I work on the move, hopping between groups or drawing around the tables.
That means your guests can carry on chatting and enjoying themselves while I draw. I’ll come and join them.
Everyone I draw receives their original caricature to take home on the day. I use high-quality paper and professional marker pens, then roll and fasten the drawings so they’re easy to carry away.
Some couples also like to display the pictures during the reception, with guests collecting theirs before they leave.
Yes – for example, you might like your names, wedding date or a short message included. I can match your wedding stationary font and colours too.
Just mention it when you enquire, and we can agree the details beforehand so everything is ready for the day.
Of course! You’ll definitely get a picture from your own wedding!
Let me know when you’d like a caricature together, and we’ll plan a moment around your photographs, meal and other commitments. That way, it’s part of the fun rather than another thing you’re trying to squeeze in.
Yes – I’m used to drawing guests of all ages and backgrounds, from grandparents to the youngest members of the family. Some are keen to be first, while others prefer to watch for a bit before joining in.
My focus is on entertaining your VIPs and adult guests, so they take priority. However, I’m great with kids too and happy to draw them when time allows.
The pictures are cheeky and good-humoured. Above all, I want people to recognise themselves, have a laugh and be pleased to take their drawing home. There’s also plenty of entertainment for the people watching too.
I’m based in Bath and regularly work in London, the South West and South Wales, as well all over the UK.
I also travel abroad for weddings, so wherever you’re celebrating, send me the venue details and I’ll work out a quote.
Once you’ve confirmed your date and venue, it’s worth getting in touch. Booking early gives you the best chance of securing the date you want.
However, if your wedding is coming up soon, do still ask. I may have your date available, and I’m always happy to check.
Once we’ve agreed the details, I’ll ask you to complete a booking form and pay a £100 deposit to secure your date.
You’ll receive a receipt with your booking confirmation, and the remaining balance is due on the day of your wedding.
More questions? View the full FAQ →
Why Book Sensible Pencil?
Good company, quick drawings and plenty of laughs. I’ll get your guests enjoying themselves while you get on with enjoying your wedding.
More Than 2,000 Weddings
I’ve drawn at weddings of every shape and size – from glamorous celebrations abroad to small family weddings closer to home. Very little surprises me, and I’ll know how to draw my way around yours too.
I Go Where Your Guests Are
I work on the move – hopping between groups, chatting and drawing as I go. I can hold my own with your loudest uncle, put your granny at ease and get everyone in on the fun.
A Little Cheek, Plenty of Charm
My caricatures are funny and actually look like the person! There’s a knack to exaggerating someone’s features while making them feel good about their picture. Above all, I want your guests smiling when they show it off.
Quick on the Draw
I’m pretty fast. There’s also plenty of banter while the caricature takes shape. I know my way around the food, photographs and speeches, making the most of your booking so you can leave me to it and enjoy yourselves.
Why Book Sensible Pencil?
Good company, quick drawings and plenty of laughs. I’ll get your guests enjoying themselves while you get on with enjoying your wedding.
More Than 2,000 Weddings
I’ve drawn at weddings of every shape and size – from glamorous celebrations abroad to small family weddings closer to home. Very little surprises me, and I’ll know how to draw my way around yours too.
I Go Where Your Guests Are
I work on the move – hopping between groups, chatting and drawing as I go. I can hold my own with your loudest uncle, put your granny at ease and get everyone in on the fun.
A Little Cheek, Plenty of Charm
My caricatures are funny and actually look like the person! There’s a knack to exaggerating someone’s features while making them feel good about their picture. Above all, I want your guests smiling when they show it off.
Quick on the Draw
I’m pretty fast. There’s also plenty of banter while the caricature takes shape. I know my way around the food, photographs and speeches, making the most of your booking so you can leave me to it and enjoy yourselves.
“Easily the best caricaturist I’ve seen”
“Such a fun touch to our wedding, and helped bring our guests together after the ceremony and added a little something extra to the wedding that won’t be forgotten.”
“One of the highlights of the whole day. Not only are his illustrations fantastic, spot-on, and hilarious, but he himself is an absolute gem; keeping the banter going with our guests and making everyone smile. Pure magic!”
“Christian was fantastic and such a memorable part of the day – people are still talking about it and asking to see each others drawings! It was great for people to have something to take home as well to remember the day.”
“Rather than sitting in one spot, Christian walked around the venue, mingling with everyone and drawing guests wherever they were. It made the whole thing feel much more relaxed and interactive”
“Chrissy is absolutely amazing! We were so impressed with not only the skill but the character and value he added to our reception party. He made everyone laugh and really helped bring everyone together.”
“Can’t give anything less than a 5 star review. We hired ‘Sensible Pencil’ for our wedding and he was FAB, kept our guests entertained through cocktail hour and the meal. The quality of work really is fantastic.”
“If you are looking to add some fun and laughter to your event, Chrissy is your man. We were so excited to have him at our wedding and he did not disappoint.”
Let’s Make Your Wedding Even More Memorable
Let’s Make Your Wedding Even More Memorable
Tell me a little about your Big Day and I’ll check availability, answer any questions and provide a tailored quote.
Wedding Caricaturist – Sensible Pencil
Sensible Pencil is the caricature business of Christian “Chrissy” Marshall, a professional wedding caricaturist based in Bath, providing live wedding entertainment across the UK and at destination weddings worldwide.
Drawing professionally since 1999, Chrissy has entertained guests at more than 2,000 weddings, as part of over 3,000 events worldwide. His experience covers everything from small family celebrations at home to glamorous weddings abroad.
Walkabout wedding caricatures
Chrissy specialises in walkabout caricatures, moving between groups, chatting and drawing as he goes. The entertainment includes the people watching, so there’s plenty to enjoy before the finished picture is revealed.
He can hold his own with your loudest uncle and put a quieter guest at ease. With guests of all ages and backgrounds, he knows how to judge the mood, include people and keep the conversation flowing.
A seated setup, or a combination of seated and walkabout drawing, is also available to suit the venue and plans for the day.
Funny pictures and a wedding keepsake
Each caricature is drawn live by hand using pen and paper. Everyone drawn receives an original picture to take home, making the experience both wedding entertainment and a personalised keepsake.
The drawings are funny, recognisable and full of character, with good humour behind the exaggeration. The aim is to give your guests a laugh and a picture they’re happy to show off.
All artwork is created by Chrissy himself. No AI-generated artwork is used.
When do caricatures fit into a wedding?
Live wedding caricatures work particularly well during:
- Drinks receptions, while guests mingle and the wedding photographs take place.
- Wedding breakfasts, with drawing fitted around the food and speeches.
- Evening receptions, moving between friends and family as the celebrations continue.
Chrissy combines fast drawing with years of experience working around wedding timings. As a result, he can make the most of the available time while fitting naturally into your day.
Wedding bookings across the UK and abroad
Sensible Pencil regularly provides wedding caricatures in Bath, Bristol, London and throughout the South West. Bookings are also available across the UK, Europe and further afield, for weddings large and small.
Check availability for your wedding date and get in touch with your venue and plans for a personalised quote.