Searching for “caricature service Singapore“? You’ve probably noticed some services create framed artwork that takes days to deliver, while others draw quick sketches at your party in minutes. They all call themselves “caricature services” – but they’re actually two completely different businesses serving different needs.
After 19 years in Singapore’s caricature industry, we’ve seen customers get confused and sometimes order from the wrong type of service. This wastes time, money, and causes frustration when expectations don’t match delivery.
This guide breaks down the 2 main types of caricature services in Singapore, so you can quickly identify which one fits your needs.
Type 1: Gift Caricature Services
Focus on custom caricature artwork as keepsakes and gifts
Type 2: Live Event Caricature Services
Focus on on-site entertainment with quick sketches at parties and events
Type 1: Gift Caricature Services
What They Do:
Create custom caricature artwork that you give as a gift or use for special occasions. The final product is typically a framed print, canvas, digital file, or printed materials (wedding invitations, cards, etc.) It is something permanent that people keep and display.
Common Use:
Farewells & Appreciation
- Colleague farewells and retirements
- Boss appreciation gifts
- Teacher’s day presents
Celebrations
- Birthday presents
- Anniversary gifts
- Graduation celebrations
- Milestone achievements
Weddings
- Wedding invitation illustrations
- Wedding favors (printed caricatures)
- Wedding decorations
- Save-the-date cards
Personal Keepsakes
- Family portraits
- Couple anniversaries
- Pet portraits
Gift caricature services offer various artistic styles. In Singapore, the two main established styles are:
Caricature style by farewell-gift.com
Digital Caricature Style
(Modern & Fast)
- Clean, polished digital illustration
- Contemporary, professional look
- Faster turnaround (24 hours – 1 week)
- Perfect for: Office display, modern aesthetic
- Focus: Framed prints and canvas
Don’t Get Confused by Different Terms:
- “Digital caricature”
- “Digital portrait”
- “Digital cartoon drawing”
- “Digital illustration”
Singaporeans use these terms interchangeably to describe the same thing: custom artwork hand-drawn by an artist using digital tools (tablet, stylus, software). Don’t let the terminology confuse you.
Watercolor/Artistic Style
(Romantic & Detailed)
- Hand-painted watercolor portraits
- Soft, artistic, sentimental feel
- Longer turnaround (7-14 days)
- Perfect for: Romantic occasions, weddings, personal milestones
- Multiple product options: prints, mugs, cushions, papercut frames
Caricature style by By Craft Room
Different Occasions, Same Service Type:
Wedding caricatures, farewell caricatures, and birthday caricatures are all the same service type. They are all gift caricatures. The difference is just the occasion and style:
- Colleague farewells → Usually prefer digital style (professional, office-appropriate)
- Weddings & anniversaries → Usually prefer watercolor style (romantic, artistic)
- Birthdays & celebrations → Either style works (depends on recipient’s taste)
All are planned in advance, all create permanent keepsakes.
Pricing:
- Digital caricature: $60-150 (digital + framed print)
- Watercolor portrait: $120-250+ (varies by complexity and products)
Type 2: Live Event Caricature Services
What They Do:
Artists come to your event (party, wedding reception, corporate function) and draw quick caricatures of guests on-site. This is entertainment – watching the artist work is part of the fun. Guests take home their drawings as party souvenirs.
Common Use:
- Birthday parties
- Wedding receptions (cocktail hour)
- Corporate events and team building
- Roadshows and product launches
- Family day events
- School carnivals
- Company celebrations
There are 2 common caricature drawing styles for live event in Singapore:
Caricature style by Jelly Caricature
Style 1: Black & White Sketch
- Quick line art with black marker/pen
- Fastest option (5-7 minutes per person)
- Can draw 10-12 people per hour
- Most common for large events
Style 2: Tablet + Stylus (Digital)
- Digital drawing using tablet and stylus
- Color digital caricature
- Slightly slower (7-10 minutes per person)
- Can draw 6-8 people per hour
- Modern, colorful result
- Can send digital file to guests via email/bluetooth
Caricature style by Cartoon.sg
Note: Both styles are quick sketches, not polished artwork. The focus is on speed and entertainment value.
What to Expect:
- Drawing style: Traditional sketch caricature (quick, loose, fun)
- Speed: 6-12 people per hour depending on style and detail level
- Format: Paper sketches (usually A4 or smaller)
- Queue management: Popular attraction – guests may need to queue
- Entertainment value: Watching the artist work is half the fun
- Quality: Fun souvenirs, not gallery-quality framed art
Pricing:
- $150-250 per hour (per artist)
- Minimum booking: 1-2 hours
- For large events: Book multiple artists working simultaneously
Popular providers in Singapore:
- JNR Entertainment
- Ardycature
- Caricaturist.SG
- Happier Singapore
- Jellybean Party
- Tricky Patrick
- Jelly Caricature
Quick Comparison Table
| Aspect | Gift Caricature Services | Live Event Caricature Services |
| Purpose | Permanent keepsake gift or printed materials | Party entertainment & quick souvenirs |
| When to Order | Days/weeks in advance | Book ahead, draw on event day |
| Timeline | 1-14 days to complete | 5-10 minutes per person on-site |
| Art Style | Polished (digital or watercolor) | Quick sketch (black & white or tablet + stylus) |
| Final Product | Framed print, canvas, digital file, printed cards | Digital files, print out, paper sketch |
| Quality Level | High – suitable for framing/display | Fun – suitable as party souvenir |
| Pricing | $60-250 per artwork | $150-250 per hour (6-12 people/hour) |
| Best For | Farewells, birthdays, weddings, milestones | Parties, corporate events, wedding receptions |
| Quantity | 1 person or small to medium group per artwork | Many guests (batch production) |
| Customization | High – templates or fully custom | Low – quick sketch based on appearance |
Can One Service Provide Both Types?
Yes, there are few companies in Singapore offer both.
Several providers offer both gift caricatures AND live event services, including Cartoon.SG, Caricaturist.SG, Lubowang, and others.
Companies offering both types often:
- Are stronger in one type than the other
- Charge higher prices for gift services (because it’s not their main focus)
Our Recommendation for Best Results:
If you need both, book from separate specialists:
- Gift caricature → Gift specialist (e.g: Farewell-Gift.com, By Craft Room) – better quality, lower cost
- Live event → Event specialist – (e.g: Cartoon.SG, caricaturist.sg, lubowang) – better entertainment value
Why? Gift specialists offer better pricing and quality for gift work. Live event companies may charge premium for their secondary service (gifts). You’ll save money and get better results overall!
Examples: Match the Service to Your Situation
Situation 1:
Colleague Leaving in 1 Week
Your need: Memorable farewell gift, framed print for office display
Timeline: 7 days
Recommended: Farewell-Gift.com (specializes in workplace farewells, under 1 week turnaround)
Situation 2:
Hosting 90 Person Company Event Party This Weekend
Your need: Fun entertainment for guests, take-home souvenirs
Timeline: Event is in 3 days
Recommended: JNR Entertainment, Ardycature, Cartoon.sg, Caricaturist.sg, Jelly Caricature (book 2-3 live event caricaturists for 2-hour session)
Situation 3:
Wedding in 3 Months – Need Invitation Illustration
Your need: Couple caricature for wedding invitations, save-the-dates, thank you cards
Timeline: 3 months advance planning
Recommended: By Craft Room (elegant watercolor couple portraits) or Farewell-Gift.com
Situation 4:
Boss Retiring in 2 Weeks – Need Gift Representing the Team
Your need: Elegant, high-quality farewell gift showing appreciation, team of 10 people chipping in
Timeline: 14 days
Recommended: Farewell-Gift.com or By Craft Room
Our Specialization: Colleague Farewell Gifts
We’re Farewell-Gift.com, a gift caricature service (type 1) specializing in colleague farewells.
What we do:
- ✅ Custom digital caricature gifts for colleague farewells and retirements
- ✅ Framed prints delivered in under 1 week
- ✅ 150+ templates designed for office scenarios
- ✅ Polished digital style suitable for professional display
- ✅ Specializing in workplace farewells since 2006 (19 years)
What we DON’T do:
- ❌ Live event entertainment
- ❌ On-site drawing at parties
- ❌ Same-day delivery (we do offer ‘next day delivery’ option)
- ❌ Quick sketches (we focus on polished artwork)
We wrote this guide to help you understand the 2 types of caricature services so you choose the right one for your needs!
Please Note
The pricing, turnaround times, and service details mentioned in this guide for other caricature services (By Craft Room, live event providers, etc.) are based on publicly available information as of January 2025. These details may change over time. We recommend:
- Visiting their official websites for current pricing
- Contacting them directly to confirm turnaround times
- Checking their latest service offerings before booking
We strive to keep this guide accurate, but we cannot guarantee the accuracy of information about other businesses. When in doubt, always verify directly with the service provider.