FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What can I expect?
A: Every
artist has his/her own style of drawing. Caricatures are impressions or
a representation of your face. The finished work is an interpretation of
the image(s) supplied, and can include exaggerations on the subject’s
distinctive features to produce a comic or grotesque effect. In short,
caricature is not a portrait, and under some circumstances may have a
limited similarity to the original subject. Basically it means certain
elements of the face or body may adopt different shapes. This is what
caricaturing is all about.
Q: How long does it
take to get a caricature done?
A: For
order of digital artwork, normally it will take 5 working days. For
order of hardcopy artwork, 5 working days + a few more days for
delivery. But don’t panic, if you need it urgently, we are happy to
accommodate your timeframe, just provide us with your dateline.
Q: What size of
caricature can I get?
A:
For digital caricature, I will provide the FA (finished artwork) image
in 150 - 300dpi for printing. As for hardcopy caricature, you can order
either A4 size (297mm x 210mm) or A3 size (420mm x 297mm) which is
double A4 size. You can also order A2 size (or poster size) caricature
which is double A3 size.
Q: How do I send the
photos to you?
A: Simply
email them to cariambo@gmail.com. You can also send them through
Whatsapp to the mobile number as stated in the website 'Home' page.
Q: How
many photos do you need?
A: About
3-5 most recent clear shots of the person/subject (without sunglasses
please!) If you can send more than 3 that’s even better. Most of the
times the difference between a good and a great caricature are the
photos supplied.
Q: What is preferred,
photo of a close up of a face or photo of a whole body?
A: If the
caricature is of a head and shoulder, then a good clear head and
shoulder is fine. But for a full body caricature, a picture showing the
full body will be great. If it does not show the face clearly, then a
picture of the person’s head is needed. Remember, the better the image
the better the result!
Q: What information do
you need for the caricature?
A: As
much information as you can provide me. Things like the subject’s
hobbies, occupation, obsessions, hair colour, favourite
drinks/foods/saying, etc. The more information the better.
Q: How much do they
cost?
A: Kindly
refer to the ‘Caricature Price List’ on the ‘Online Order’ webpage.
Q: When do I pay for
my caricature?
A: 50%
from total cost upon placing an order, and 50% balance of payment upon
completion of FA (finished artwork). An order is considered confirmed
once downpayment is received.
Q: How do I pay?
A:Payment
can be made via funds transfer online to the bank accounts stated in the
‘Online Order’ webpage, or by bank-in to those bank accounts directly.
Q: How will you send
the finished caricature to me?
A: For
order of digital caricature, I will send it by email. As for hardcopy
caricature, I will send it by express delivery/courier.
Q: How about using the
caricatures for commercial use?
A: If you
intend to use the caricature(s) for commercial use, please advise us as
part of your initial enquiry. Our artists need to make a living,
therefore trying to use them as a lower cost alternative to a commercial
artist is unfair. Even our rates for commercial use are below the rates
charged in a commercial studio. Depending on the use, additional fees
may apply.
Q: Do I get the
copyright over the caricature artwork?
A: Our
artist retains copyright over all images. With the exception of
commercial use, you can use and reprint your caricature as you wish. We
reserve the right to use the artworks for marketing and advertising
purposes. However, if you specifically do not wish for your caricature
to be used for those purposes, please do advise us.
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