Caricaturist to hire in East Sussex
Fab, Fast, and Fun Wedding Artist & Event Cartoonist
Hi, I’m Dave, the full-time artist behind Groves Caricatures. Since 2012, I’ve drawn over 65,000 live faces, transforming guests into hilarious, personalized works of art in just minutes.
Creating a Buzz Across East Sussex
I provide “walkabout” caricature entertainment that moves with your event. My style is designed to create genuine connection, engagement, and laughter. Whether I’m table-hopping at a wedding in Lewes, mingling at a corporate award ceremony in Brighton, or acting as the event cartoonist for a 50th birthday blast in Eastbourne, I’ll humor your guests and capture convincing funny faces in minutes.
Groves Caricatures: Instant entertainment, genuine connection.
Unforgettable Faces.
Creative Mayhem
Wedding
Caricatures in
East Sussex
Add a spark to your wedding with high-energy entertainment! I engage guests with hilarious 5-minute sketches, perfect for breaking the ice from the drinks reception to the evening party. Plus, everyone takes home a unique, personalized souvenir they’ll treasure.
Party
Caricatures in
East Sussex
Make your next birthday or celebration unforgettable! As your live caricaturist, I bring high-energy entertainment, playful banter, and hilarious “controversial” sketches. I’ll add a creative buzz to your dinner, ensuring every guest leaves with a unique, laughter-filled memory.
Corporate
Caricatures in
East Sussex
Corporate entertainment with high-impact, walkabout entertainment. From trade shows to award dinners, I create instant connections through hilarious, fast-paced sketches. I turn networking into a memorable experience, leaving your guests with a personalized souvenir and a lasting impression
Ray Mears Caricature
Based in Hastings, survival legend Ray Mears is a true East Sussex icon. As a self-described “Woodman,” it is fitting he lives in England’s most wooded county. I recently attended his Born to Go Wild tour, where he demonstrated the primal art of fire-making—reminding us that this skill uniquely separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom.
Ray’s approach through Woodlore focuses on harmony with nature. In my caricature of him, I captured this spirit by drawing Ray on a log with his binoculars, right in his element. Whether he’s bushcrafting in Australia or exploring Sussex, Ray reminds us to ditch the screens, embrace the “creative mayhem” of life, and reconnect with the wild.
Like a good campfire caricatures sparks genuine connection.
Fast Pens. Big Smiles.
Proudly Serving All of East Sussex
I regularly travel to provide “Fab, Fast, and Fun” entertainment in:
Coastal Hubs: Eastbourne, Hastings, Newhaven, Camber, and Cooden Beach.
Historic Towns: Lewes, Robertsbridge, Battle, and Rye.
Inland Areas: Uckfield, Crowborough, Heathfield, Forest Row, Northiam, Burwash, Horam, and Herstmonceux.
Trusted by Top East Sussex Venues
I’ve had the pleasure of drawing live caricatures at some of the most prestigious venues in the region. Recent locations include:
Coastal Elegance: The Hydro Hotel in Old Eastbourne, The View Hotel on Grand Parade, and the Cooden Beach Hotel.
Historic Settings: The iconic Herstmonceux Castle, Crowhurst Park near Battle, and The George in Rye.
Country Estates & Hotels: Buxted Park Hotel in Uckfield, Dale Hill Hotel in Wadhurst, and the scenic Sovereign Harbour.
Generating Creative Mayhem, 65,000 Faces and Counting.
Make an enquiry
Every event is unique, and my rates are tailored to reflect your specific requirements and location. I offer flexible booking slots (typically 2, 3, and even 4 hours) I’ll include a range of options in my reply to help you find the perfect fit. Exceptional artwork and unforgettable fun.