When I was about 7 years old I used to borrow my mom’s baking sheets to use as drawing boards so that I could copy my favorite comic characters. When I was done I would just lay off to the side my bed just criticizing or admiring my creation. I knew from then on that being an artist is what I wanted to be when I grew up!
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In my senior year at the Ringling School of Art & Design, where I received my B.F.A in Illustration in 1994, a friend and mentor Tim McKenna introduced me to the world of caricaturing by inviting me to go draw caricatures with him at Shells Seafood Restaurant in Sarasota, FL. When I graduated from college I started drawing portraits and caricatures at Leverock’s and Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach. During this time I began my freelance business of murals, illustration, and caricature entertainment. |
I have now mastered how to merge my variety of artistic talents with my out going and friendly entertainment attitude. Not just with the client in my seat, but also the crowds around me watching! “Art-Tainment!” is what I call it! I have also been a member of the National Caricaturist Network (NCN) since 1998. |
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A quick look at my client list includes; The Pier in St Pete., U.S.F University, Bellaire Country Club, Plant City, Clearwater, Kroger, Tech Data, Verizon, and more! |
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Aside from business, I enjoy movies, culinary arts, and especially spending time with my wife, Debbie, and our son of 7 years, Sean... and of course our hairy friend, Jordan — a Golden Irish Setter.
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Have Lars-Erik draw at your event! The samples below are representative of those done live at an event.
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Serves: Tampa, FL and surrounding area. Will travel.
Speeds:
b&w body/gag: 10-12/hour
color body/gag: 6-8/hour
Rate: $135/hour with a two hour minimum and $150/hr for all holidays also with a two hour minimum.
Email us to book Lar today! Include your phone number, the date, time, and specific location of your event. You can also call us at 800-92-FUNNY (800-923-8669)
Check out Lar's past client comments.
Lars-Erik also does illustration and gift caricatures.
Prices subject to change. Holiday rates may be higher. Number of caricatures per hour are approximate and cannot be guaranteed.
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