John Steven Gurney

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Upcoming Appearances

  • Saturday, October 06, 2012
  • 5:00PM - Wedding Reception
  • Brooklyn, CT
= Booked through GigMasters

Past Appearances

  • Saturday, March 03, 2012
  • 10:00PM - Event
  • Albany, NY
  • Saturday, August 20, 2011
  • 8:00PM - Sweet 16 Party
  • Nashua, NH
  • Saturday, July 30, 2011
  • 2:00PM - Birthday Party (Adults)
  • Berlin, VT
  • Thursday, December 16, 2010
  • 6:00PM - Christmas Party
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Saturday, November 27, 2010
  • 1:00PM - Bat Mitzvah
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • Saturday, July 31, 2010
  • 6:30PM - Wedding Reception
  • Atkinson, NH
  • Saturday, June 26, 2010
  • 7:00PM - Wedding
  • Wolcott, CT
  • Saturday, June 19, 2010
  • 12:00PM - Reunion
  • Hanover, NH
  • Friday, December 04, 2009
  • 8:00PM - Christmas Party
  • Coxsackie, NY
  • Saturday, October 31, 2009
  • 1:00AM - Bat Mitzvah
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
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Location:
Brattleboro, Vermont
Travel Radius:
Will travel up to 500 miles from Brattleboro.
Pay Range:
$100-$150 per hour
Member Since:
2008
Primary Category:
Caricaturist
Influences:
Mort Drucker, David Levine, Chuck Jones, Phil Herman

Description

"I never knew caricatures were actually supposed to look like the person!" That's the most common response John hears when he's drawing caricatures at an event. John is personable and very professional. He strives to create a flattering likeness, rather than a freakish exaggeration.
In three hours John can draw 18 caricatures in color, 36 in black and white. The speed of each caricature depends on the the complexity of each drawing, which is dictated by the specific needs of the host. John can create pre-printed backgrounds design to commemorate your event.
John's other job is as a professional illustrator, and he has illustrated many popular chapter book series, including The A to Z Mysteries and The Bailey School Kids. John is also the author/illustrator of the picture book Dinosaur Train.

Available For:

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings...and more.

Feedback

  • John Steven Gurney is a very talented individual! Everyone was very pleased with his drawings and the speed with which he was able to make them. We will definitely use John in the future and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a caricaturist! -- Kathy L, Boxborough, MA, 9/18/2008
  • Couldnt have asked for more. Very easy to get ahold of, very proffesional and accommodating, and talented in his work. -- Owen S, Albany, NY, 3/3/2012
  • John Steven Gurney was GREAT !!! He is an incredible artist. We have had magicians, face painting, dunk tanks, etc..... however, John was the best person/talent we have had yet! I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for talent/entertainment for any event! He showed up early, prepared and everyone he drew was very impressed. He's is a great artist and nice overall guy. Thanks for the memories! -- Corina R, Lynnfield, MA, 8/24/2008
  • He did a great job! I would definitely recommend him. He was very professional and friendly. -- Cindy C, Simsbury, CT, 9/13/2008
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