Private Party•Reviewed on January 3, 2018•From Chicago, IL
Mike deftly handled a complicated Christmas gift request, a "group caricature" of my uncle's 19-member family based on scrambled images I was able to find and send to him, on a holiday deadline. Communication could have been a little clearer, but it was the holidays and I wasn't speedy with my responses either. When asked what he wanted for Christmas, my uncle always said he didn't need anything because he has his family. This gift, artfully illustrated by Mike, was the perfect way to represent that for him. He already wants to add more faces to the caricature.
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on August 23, 2017•From Elgin, IL
Mike of Home Team Caricature was a hit at my wedding! He was very professional and accommodating. Everyone loved the caricatures they received and my and my husband's extended families kept raving about how he was able to pick up on small details others don't normally notice. He even did one of my husband's hockey team! We can't thank him enough for all the hard work he put in. If anyone is on the fence, you won't regret having Home Team Caricature at your event!
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 21, 2017•From Milton, WI
Overall, our artist Mike was super accommodating. He was willing to stay longer, put up with some intoxicated people and his talent was truly remarkable. His Caricatures actually LOOKED like the people he was drawing which isn't always the case. Did I mention he has a amazing Mustache?!
I would suggest connecting by phone prior to event to make sure the artist has your address and all special requests have been reviewed but 5 stars for sure!
Wedding Reception•Reviewed on June 27, 2016•From Mount Morris, IL
We hired Mike to draw caricatures for our wedding reception. It was quite possibly the best addition to our reception and we got so many ccompliments about his work and how it was a great wedding favor. Mike worked quickly but thoroughly to please all of our guests and we couldn't have asked for a better artist. We really appreciate the professionalism he showed, as well as the awesome atmosphere he created on the patio! Thanks, Mike, for a wonderful evening! You really made it a night to remember!
Fundraiser•Reviewed on April 13, 2015•From Chicago, IL
He was wonderful to work with! Very easy to communicate with; always got back to me really quickly. He was so nice and did great work. Everyone who got a drawing done by him at the event loved their picture! Overall, he was great! I would definitely recommend him to anyone who asks!
Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on January 6, 2015•From Arlington Heights, IL
Mike Giba was the BEST!! He arrived on time and since this was such a big hit at our Parisian style party, he was in high demand, so he agreed to stay longer to finish the list of people who wanted to get their caricature done. It was a huge success! I would definitely hire Mike again for my next event.
Christmas Party•Reviewed on December 6, 2014•From Cedar Lake, IN
Loved him! I would hire him again in a heartbeat! He planned ahead, had a personalized sketch created for our event ahead of time, and met and greeted all our guests with a friendly relaxed manner!
We had rave reviews from our guests and couldn't be happier. Plus he has a super cool mustache.......which just adds to the whole event!
If you want a genuine happy entertainer that will leave your guests with a happy feeling in your heart....book the guy with the 'stache!