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" Statement of intent: Notes ‘n Strokes-The art of making music and the music of making art. 2014 I have since 1997 after graduating from the Johannesburg Art Foundation, been engaged in a variety of visual art related projects in and around Gauteng. My research/ theme were to study and paint music more especially the music of The Sangomas (South African Traditional Healers).Paint the music they play when they set off to Twasa ( get their formal training) and the music they engage in on their return from their practices. To continuously paint it on occasional days of their festivities and ceremonies when they seek guidance from the greater spirits through an array of feasts. I then produced enormous amount of artworks based on this phenomenon and as time progressed I graduated into getting involved with live music bands other than that of The Sangomas. I began painting the music of a variety of bands and upon meeting a duo’ BlkSonshine’, started travelling and painting their acoustic nu folk music live on stages throughout Gauteng and other neighbouring towns. A musician myself, (a vocalist and percussionist), I have from time to time been able to compose, perform and if not doing so, paint the music I feel inside and that witch I gather from sources other mine self. ‘Jazz, World Music, Trance, Experimental and Afro Jazz.’ I spent endless time in my studio working at the art of making music and the music of making art. The concept has developed into me being invited to paint live documenting proceedings of prestigious arty functions, corporate events and performances. My chapter will explore the possibilities of music as one of the most powerful subject matter for developing very interesting and influential work of art I am involved with visual artists, poets, musicians, writers and dancers from various creative backgrounds as sources of inspiration for my work.. "

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" Chris was a great asset to the wedding We loved Chris joining us for our wedding. He and his wife were on time, friendly and a success with the guests. Giving guests the option of waiting to be sketched or having a photo taken so that the sketch could be done later was a great idea The drawings were instantly recognisable and non-offensive We thoroughly recommend Chris"

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"Thank you so much for coming to the party. Everyone was raving over their drawings and I hope you enjoyed yourself."

Reply by Caricatures Paul
Thank you :-)

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"I hired Chris my wedding and it was an excellent touch. He was lovely and chatty and everyone was made up." REVIEWED BY - RHIANNON K​​​​​​​. 28.08.2021, Leasowe Castle, The Wirral"

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"Thank you so much for what u done for us,it was absolutely amazing and everyone has commented on how much they loved what u done,something completely different to what they are used to. I will be highly recommending u ??​​​​​​​." Reviewed by Helen Guest who hired me for her reception on 11.08.21. at The Stables Country Hotel in Bury"

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"Just brilliant! Rob put in a lot of effort to please the ever increasing number of waiting requests. He stayed lot longer than the agreed time period but had to stop when he ran out of materials. A perfect entertainer."

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"Massive Thank you to Scott's Caricatures for coming to my 40th birthday party last night. Everyone is over the moon with your art. So easy to deal from start to finish. We loved having you there "

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"LIVEWedding in The Westgate Suites Wedding Venue, West Gate, Long Eaton, Nottingham Everyone loved it Thank you so much for being part of our day. All the guests loved it and made us laugh. All the drawings were great quality and I will be recommending you. "

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"It was great having Soozi at our wedding, she went around to all our guest drawing pictures of them all. Everyone has a lovely personalised memento of our special day, can't put a price on that! X"

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"Sean was a brilliant addition to our day as we knew he would be . Nov 2021"

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"Paul was fantastic!!! Thank you so much for attending and adding such a fun experience to the event!"

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"Hi Gary, Thank you very much for your friendly service and assistance - much appreciated. I just know we and the guests are going to love your unique sketches and uplifting personality. "

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"I just wanted to say a massive THANK YOU for your help on Friday – You are amazing!! I’ve heard amazing feedback and a lot of people disappointed that they couldn’t make it down to you due to their work schedules as I have been showing mine off around the team."

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"Hi Gary, Thank you so much for being at our wedding - our guests enjoyed it so much and we LOVE our picture 😍 "

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"We are so pleased we booked this! Chris was great, we loved the drawings! Our guests also loved it, many people commented on how exciting it was and something different to have at a wedding. Chris was also really good at getting back to us throughout the booking process. This was really reassuring! We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Chris!​​​​​​​" Reviewed by Lucy Hardman, who wanted me to entertain her guests at her wedding reception on 14.08.21. at the Spencer Arms in Barnsley"

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