Bernie Tennis

Caricaturist from Madison, WI - Will travel up to 500 miles

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$100 - $150 per hour

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Hello, and thanks for checking out my Caricature page! I have been drawing caricatures live at all types of events throughout the Midwest (WI, IL, IA, MN, MI) for over 18 years.
My goals are speed and likeness. I try to produce drawings the subjects would wish to frame and hang. An important part of my performance is in the process, the show, and so I work large, 18X24, with a vertical easel set up for easy viewing by onlookers and those in line. My location usually becomes a gathering spot for socializing. People will crowd around to see the show, line up, and joke and laugh with their friends. It's an opportunity for guests to converse and enjoy a shared activity, a focal point that prompts them to move around and mingle.
My style may be described as 'portrait with a bit of caricature'. I treat people with respect, often engaging them in conversation to elicit natural expressions and keep them at ease. I do my best to see that everyone has a good time and gets a GREAT drawing.
I use Caran d'Ache Neocolor painting crayons, which produce charcoal-like drawings in B/W, but are not dusty and are permanent when applied (no smearing occurs and no fixative spray is required). This medium lends itself to live caricature since large detailed drawings can be produced very quickly (4-5 minutes per person in B/W). I use broad strokes to define large areas, and detailed lines and marks to finish the drawing.

I will travel anywhere in the Midwest: Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Chicago, Milwaukee, Rockford, Quad-cities, Minneapolis/St Paul, and more. I am also available further afield for longer bookings.

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Bernie was great. He arrived 15 minutes early, was set up and ready to go. He was an absolute success at our party-everyone loved him. Very sociable with all ages and groups. We already hired him for another party. Highly recommended for most any occasion.

(more) Review by kurt k. from Reedsburg, WI on 6/10/2017

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Bernie was incredible! Not only is he talented but he is great to work with. Our guests were amazed by him and enjoyed watching him draw as much as getting. Their own picture drawn. He was willing to stay later when they was still a line of people wanting pictures past the time we originally hired him. I highly recommend hiring him! It will be a lasting memory for both you and all of your guests.

(more) Review by Shannon W. from Poynette, WI on 2/26/2016

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Bernie was fantastic!! We have hired him for our holiday party 2 years in a row and he is always a hit! Thanks again Bernie!! Sara Wisconsin Bank & Trust

(more) Review by Christine P. from Elkhart Lake, WI on 1/21/2017

PAST EVENTS

FUTURE EVENTS

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2017

Aug
12

Wedding Reception

Milwaukee, WI
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM

2017

Aug
19

Wedding Reception

Baileys Harbor, WI
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

2017

Sep
16

Corporate Function

Rockford, IL
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

2017

Sep
30

Wedding Reception

Madison, WI
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

2018

Jun
23

Wedding Reception

Waupaca, WI
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

2018

Oct
19

Wedding Reception

Apple River, IL
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

2017

Jun
10

Graduation Party

Reedsburg, WI
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

2017

May
18

Community Event

Sun Prairie, WI
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

2017

Apr
21

Wedding Reception

Madison, WI
7:00 PM - 10:30 PM

2017

Apr
1

Prom

Adams, WI
11:00 PM - 2:00 AM

2017

Mar
3

Community Event

Elgin, IA
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

2017

Feb
18

Wedding Reception

Madison, WI
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Family Reunions

Rehearsal Dinners

Christmas Parties

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Graduation Parties

Holiday Parties

Trade Shows

Memorial Services

Private Parties

Super Bowl Parties

Kentucky Derby Parties

Mardi Gras Party

Sweet 16 Parties

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Please note Bernie Tennis will also travel to Cottage Grove, Mc Farland, Sun Prairie, Waunakee, Windsor, De Forest, Middleton, Deerfield, Morrisonville, Oregon, Stoughton, Dane, Marshall, Verona, Arlington, Cross Plains, Cambridge, Brooklyn, Waterloo, Belleville, Lodi, Lake Mills, Black Earth, Poynette, Columbus, Edgerton, Evansville, Mazomanie, Mount Horeb, Rio.