BLOG

Q: Do you donate your services to charities & fundraisers?

By Robert Bauer | December 8, 2014 |

Q: We have a charity that holds an annual fundraiser every July. Would any of your artists be willing to donate their time to help entertain our guests during the event?

A: First off, I applaud those organizers’ efforts who take on the thankless task of soliciting donated services from vendors like us. It can be challenging to ask for donations from service providers who are used to charging for their services. Goofy Faces has participated in many charity events in the past. Some are organized with artists who we book while others I personally donate my own time during my slower months. Unfortunately, not many artists can afford to donate their time for events for free, especially during peak season. Artists make the majority of their income in the summer months, especially each weekend. They also get very busy during the holidays. Coincidentally, this is when many organizations choose to hold their fund-raisers and seek donated help.

If you plan to contact entertainers to help out your cause, avoid using services like Gigmasters since many of us pay your booking fees to be listed on their site. Also keep in mind that as entertainers, all us of are inundated with these kind of requests on a regular basis. This makes it very difficult for us to pick and choose which benefits to consider when we realize that we must give up paid work in order to commit to yours. I suggest a different strategy for your requests.

Instead of contacting artists to see if they can work for free, find a donor or sponsor who would be willing to pay in advance for the artists services in exchange for their business name or company logo preprinted on each sheet of paper they use. This way, charity organizers will have no trouble finding artists willing to work any fundraising event, while a sponsor is recognized for their part in your charity. We have found this method to be far more successful and have booked many charities using this process. Many artists will offer to print up the paper for free and even discount their hourly rate to help your cause.

 

PC-2

Holiday Party Time!

By Robert Bauer | November 18, 2014 |

The holiday season is swiftly approaching for 2014. December is one of our busiest months of the year due to so many companies and families hosting Christmas and New Year’s Parties across America. If adding our unique form of artistic, yet whimsical entertainment sounds enticing, you’re not alone. Last year we booked 37 parties in December and we expect to book many more than that this December.  We have over 300 artists in our online directory but there are only so may weekends and evenings available to book during the holiday season. Therefore, to guarantee an artist for your party, don’t wait. Book it now. Happy Holidays!

IMG_0196_edited-1

ISCA Convention 2014

By Robert Bauer | November 17, 2014 |

Today is the most exciting week of the year…if you make a living as a caricature artist, that is. Artists from all over the world assemble once a year to enjoy an entire week of seminars, competitions, camaraderie and a ton of drawing at the International Society of Caricature Artists Annual Convention. ISCA (formerly known as the National Caricaturist Network or NCN) has been around since 1992 with a handful of American caricature artists gathering in Mexico for a get-away as well as a cozy convention. 22 years later and the organization has grown into a worldwide trade association with over 500 members from as far away as Mongolia! To find out more and to see who are this year’s top winners, check out ISCA’s public Facebook Page for the latest news.

ISCA Logo-FC

Art of Achievement Awards eSketches™

By Robert Bauer | November 7, 2014 |

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Art of Achievement Awards recognizes outstanding business and community leadership and the artful ways in which successes are achieved in the greater Flint area. They held their awards ceremony at the Riverfront Banquet Center in downtown Flint last night and Goofy Faces was on hand with 4 eSketch™ artists to draw guests for 2 hours. It was a unique way to entertain attendees that went with their theme of creative arts. Many guests enjoyed having their eSketches™ drawn live while many more enjoyed watching each sketch take shape.

jcDqUiemtFAleqM6zau34wE90MY5l1v73VEQAGXsuAwzmSI5DSr2xbLPAIkTBoOUTEjyWMRuHT-gB8f1uRSXFcdr2mhE_mE5YDb75sZ-Fh8g65bKfqxHUoWrKL9LxbCeQ GdhtoS_oPgVDTIVCWrfzKSMIGeR3NyUIVKDPgvRytIM UWVnj8uXwliwauq9uVAlzGqWf5AjIMYP9vGg-3ixNHc 80qvVztsqR9PiNDAyDdM4WyLjH23nFihcWs3eNDgoQ0 bPdbqUCOxXdJq997U1tHkYiSxDKuKbMy6diuc3h80G4 ew-WixLXunycfNJkZQN_WShWQYjbD19OqiHDD6_Nql8 GoX7ssXgZew2z9vyBcDydo-O1yBh7hLKV57DoDv_Wwk

eSketches™ at the Palace!

By Robert Bauer | November 2, 2014 |

The Detroit Pistons had their 2014 home opener at the Palace of Auburn Hills on November 1st and Goofy Faces was there. The Pistons hired 2 eSketch™ artists and a face painter to entertain fans who arrived before the opening tip off. Both eSketch™ artists provided live color digital caricatures to guests at The Palace that featured a Pistons basketball player wearing their home jersey. Fans passing by enjoyed seeing each caricature take shape on a large display screen while those modeling for their caricature received a free 5X7 IN color print to take home as a souvenir from their evening at The Palace.

IMG_6771 IMG_6777IMG_6784 IMG_6780

Annual MCPA Conference

By Robert Bauer | October 31, 2014 |

The Macomb County Provider Alliance brings together organizations which operate residential, vocational, and related services programs for individuals with disabilities in Macomb County. All activities of the MCPA are built around the common interest of improving the business conditions for their membership organizations that provide support to persons with disabilities in Macomb County. Each Fall, they host a conference for providers who work in Macomb County. The conference is an uplifting event that features a catered lunch, prizes, music and entertainment. Goofy Faces has provided caricature entertainment for the past 3 years and each year, they become more popular with the attendees. This year’s theme was Superheroes. Guests had a choice to be drawn as Wonder Woman, Superman or Supergirl just in time for Halloween. IMG_6754 IMG_6757 IMG_6759 IMG_6768

Caricatures at Ford Field

By Robert Bauer | October 16, 2014 |

Here are a few photos from last night’s event for Title Source held at the Breadstick Bar & Grill inside Ford Field in downtown Detroit. The 2 artists drew #caricatures of happy attendees for 2 hours.IMG_6740 IMG_6743 IMG_6745

Goofy Faces Showcase Video

By Robert Bauer | October 13, 2014 |

Whimsical Occasions Bridal Show at The Inn at St. John’s

By Robert Bauer | October 13, 2014 |

 

 

 

Here are some more examples from a recent bridal show we drew at over the weekend.  This time it was held at the Inn at St. John’s in Plymouth, MI.  It’s a beautiful venue for weddings. Dozens of guests waited to be drawn for FREE by Robert during the show.IMG_6729IMG_6730 IMG_6731

Make Your Holiday Party Unforgettable with Goofy Faces Caricature Artists

Make Your Holiday Party Unforgettable with Goofy Faces Caricature Artists December is the season of festivities, and there's no better way to spread joy and laughter during the holidays than...

2023 Gift Ideas for Custom Goofy Faces Caricatures

Unwrap Smiles this Holiday Season: 2023 Gift Ideas for Custom Goofy Faces Caricatures The holiday season is just around the corner, and it's time to start thinking about the perfect...

10 Ways to Elevate Your Corporate Holiday Party

10 Ways to Elevate Your Corporate Holiday Party The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to start planning your corporate holiday party! While there are many options for...

5 Reasons Custom Caricatures Make Ideal Retirement Gifts

5 Reasons Custom Caricatures Make Ideal Retirement Gifts As the year 2024 approaches, many individuals are on the brink of making one of the most exciting and life-changing decisions –...

5 Popular Fall Wedding Entertainment Options

5 Popular Fall Wedding Entertainment Options A fall wedding is a dreamy affair, with its warm colors, crisp air, and cozy ambiance. Choosing the right entertainment for your special day...

Top 8 Reasons to Hire Goofy Faces for Your Upcoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah

Top 8 Reasons to Hire Goofy Faces for Your Upcoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah The Bar/Bat Mitzvah is an incredibly significant milestone in a young person's life, marking their coming of age...

5 Benefits of Having Goofy Faces at Your Corporate Event

5 Benefits of Having Goofy Faces at Your Corporate Event Corporate events are an excellent opportunity for businesses to strengthen relationships, boost team morale, and impress clients and customers. While...

The 6 Best Events for Face Painting

The 6 Best Events for Face Painting Summer is almost here, so it’s time for fun outdoor activities with family and friends! One activity that has become increasingly popular over...

Summer Wedding – 7 Reasons Custom Caricatures are Perfect Entertainment

Summer Wedding - 7 Reasons Custom Caricatures are Perfect Entertainment There is nothing quite like a summer wedding! It is always a special and memorable occasion for everyone involved. Whether...