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"Ivo was our caricature for our wedding reception. He turned up on time and all guests enjoyed the pictures that he did. It’s a great memorabilia for them. We have our picture and will definitely be framed and will be something else to remember from our special day."

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"The Super Caricaturist was a fantastic character himself and made himself party of our party - he was professional and relaxed. Would absolutely recommend and have him again - thank you!! Kelly at Vertical Leap x"

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"I absolutely loved the caricatures that Mr Saadani did of me! He captured my personality perfectly in his unique style. Highly recommend!"

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

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"Chris was absolutely amazing and worked magic! Communication with Chris was pleasant and well organised from the very beginning, he was punctual and never stopped drawing, allowing all interested guests to have a caricature done - there were so many happy guests! I would recommend Chris to all looking for a professional and very talented Caricaturist. He was one of the highlights at my wedding"

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"Must Hire!!!! Best Caricature Artist ever! He is talented, timely, and made the 49th Birthday Party a huge success! Everyone got an illustration to take home as a souvenir and it added great value to the party and overall experience. I will definitely hire him again! Rating: Reviewer: Santrise Webb Event date: May 31st, 2025 Services provided: Caricaturis"

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Thanks so much!

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"Chris attended my sons engagement party and was a massive hit with all of the guests. He worked non stop for the whole time we had booked him and produced fantastic accurate caricatures. He was happy to draw individuals or groups. I would definitely recommend Chris without hesitation, it was a brilliant addition to the party and everyone loved their pictures. "

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"I wholeheartedly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a caricature artist. She's a hit with kids and adults alike, and I'll certainly be referring her to my friends for their future events. Thanks, Kathy, for making our event extra special!"

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"Nico Phooko is one of Africa’s most gifted visual artists who has embraced and popularized the unique concept of LIVE PAINTING, through which he captures the essence of special events live on canvas as it happens. He has been involved locally and abroad in private solo and various group exhibitions since 2009. This novel entertainment genre becomes a truly unforgettable part of the event, which is captured and memorialised as an artwork. Guests love watching how the abstract expressions unfold on canvas, representing the mood, the sounds and rhythms, and the highlights of the event in a most unique and colourful way. The final product is the perfect memento of the occasion and a valuable piece to collect. Nico has been invited to artistically capture various events throughout South Africa and abroad. Events such as A Tribute to Samora Machel, painting alongside world renowned musicians and politicians who had come to honour the life of the late Samora Machel. The painting was presented to Mrs Graca Macel, her husband Dr Nelson Mandela, and the Machel’s Family. The event featured live performances Africa’s great musicians, Miriam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Sibongile Khumalo, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Ringo Mandlingozi, Joyous Celebration and more.He has painted to the music of Joe Nina,Adile Yenana,Nduduzo Makhathini,Sello Galane,Lwanda Gogwana, Khaya Mahlangu,Steve Dyer,Bokani Dyer,BLKSonshine,American Illustrator,Artist,Musician - Shane Evans,Poet Kgafela Le Marabela,Dancer Moeketsi Koena,Gally Ngoveni,Writer Mmatshilo Motsei,Voice and a host of of other Traditional and Jazz Musicians throughout South Africa and abroad.Nico’s live painting CV includes many award ceremonies, private and corporate gala dinners, conferences, weddings, children’s celebrations, music launches, and many more prominent events "

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",,Thank you so much Chris for being such an amazing addition to our wedding. All of the guests loved their drawing and it was something personal that they could each take home with them. Thank you for staying longer than we had planned too so that as many people as possible could get a drawing. The drawings themselves were fantastic, so realistic and funny at the same time! We would definitely recommend Chris for a wedding or any social occasion really. Thank you so much again!! From the bride and groom,.'"

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"Kathy is amazing! OMG! Kathy was just phenomenal! I booked her for 2 hours...she ended up staying about 1.5 hrs longer because she was so busy! I don't think she ever stopped! She was quick and everyone wanted a caricature drawing! I will definitely hire her again! Thanks Kathy!!!"

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"First of all, let's talk about how professional she was. Not only was she on time, but she also made sure everyone had their caricature done before she left. She was very pleasant to work with and returned all phone calls and emails. I will book her again for future parties. Heck, I'm going to make up a party just to invite her. Lol. You wouldn't be disappointed."

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"Booked Mark to entertain our wedding guests and he did not disappoint !!! All of our guests had portraits done each of them very funny. Highly recommended for any function, would definitely use again Thank you Mark"

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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."

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". Yesterday I got fed both spiritually and materially at Soweto’s Just Badela eatery when I attended a heart-warming joint jazz presentation by Just Badela & ‘EXPRESSIONS by Siphiwe Mhlambi’ – the latter is an event series that capture the soul of jazz through Mhlambi’s evocative photography that blends rhythm and emotion into his every frame. I can right now without any whiff of doubt declare that the event lived up to its brand promise of delivering “an unforgettable afternoon with the legendary Herbie Tsoaeli, the master of double bass and a pioneer in South African jazz” to a full-house sit-down audience. (Indeed I) experience(d) the soul-stirring melodies and rich rhythms that have captured audiences around the world.” Nico Phooko was drawing inspiration from the music and the soul-caressing ambience by live painting a piece that will become a new addition to his “Notes & Strokes” series. The MC was Ngwako Malakalaka from Kofifi FM. We had the opportunity to witness Mhlambi autographing copies of our recently published book, “Rhythms in Black & White: A Virtual Journey Through the World of Jazz”, to happy revellers. Another illustrious author/publisher, Sam Mathe, manned a table selling his book too, “From Kippie to Kippies And Beyond”, on whose pages live our musicians. We do appreciate the platform that Just Badela provides to independent publishing and art . "

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