Question 1

Why can I only text Marietta rather than call her by phone?

Accepted Answer

Marietta is Hard of Hearing.  She is not fully deaf and you may not even notice at an event!  She relies on lip reading to understand what her ears may have missed, however, so phone calls are difficult if she cannot hear the person well.  Marietta does have a cell phone but she uses it for text only at this time.  You are also welcome to e-mail her at artist@mdartist.com.

Marietta is not fluent in sign language at this time.

Question 2

Where is Marietta located?

Accepted Answer

Marietta lives in the Kansas City metro area, but can service all areas in the 48 contiguous United States.  Travel fees outside of 45 miles from 64133 are required.

Question 3

What kind of travel fees can I expect?

Accepted Answer

If you are within 45 miles of 64133, then you'll have no travel fees.  After 45 miles, Marietta charges .55 cents per additional mile of driving, along with any tolls.  A hotel may be required if the event is a distant drive and early in the morning, late at night, or all day.  Hotels can either be booked by the client or paid to Marietta and she can book it herself.  If the event is further than a drive, all travel requirements must be accomodated.  This includes plane tickets, rental cars, and hotels.  If you have any questions on these requirements, please ask!

Question 4

Is Marietta insured?

Accepted Answer

Marietta carries entertainer's insurance through Acension Benefits.  A certificate can be provited upon request.

Question 5

What is the cancelation policy?

Accepted Answer

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your date.  That deposit cannot be returned.  The remaining 50% will be due 24 hours prior to the event.  If your event is rained out or cancelled for any reason within the 24 hours prior to your event, your full fee will be non-refundable.  Marietta is flexible though!  Your deposit or full fee can be applied to a reschedule within one calendar year based upon Marietta's availability with no additional cost to you!

Question 6

Is there an age limit on caricatures?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not! Marietta can draw all ages, including babies and adults.

Question 7

How long should I have Marietta draw?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your event!  Marietta draws at a rate of 20 faces per hour in black and white traditional caricatures - the most common service offered.  Not everyone at your event will want to be drawn, so aim to have about 80% of your event guests drawn based on your estimated attendance.  If you're not sure, you can always ask Marietta what she suggests based on the number of guests in attendance and she will let you know!

Question 8

Can I book multiple caricature artists?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Marietta works with a number of artists nationwide and can likely find a second, third or even fourth artist to add to your event if needed!

Question 9

How soon do I need to book?

Accepted Answer

The sooner the better.  Events are not secured until a 50% deposit is paid and a contract is signed. Because Marietta works with multiple agencies and clients, her availability can change mere hours after a quote is given.  If a contract and invoice have been issued but not paid, Marietta will give you 24 hours right-of-refusal, meaning that she will check with you first to ensure you don't want to move forward before accepting another event.  If you'd like 24-hour right of refusal, just let Marietta know!

Question 10

Can I book if my event is only a few days away?

Accepted Answer

If Marietta has the availability, absolutely!  She has even booked same-day events.  Even if she can't work it, she may be able to find another caricature artist for you!

Question 11

Can Marietta draw from photos at the event?

Accepted Answer

If she doesn't have a line, Marietta doesn't mind drawing from pictures!  She would much rather stay busy and ensure you get your money's worth out of her.  That being said, she also doesn't want to make guests wait for people who aren't attending, so if there's a lengthy line or it's expected to be very busy, she impliments a no-photo rule to ensure everyone's best experience.

Question 12

Can Marietta draw caricatures of pets?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!  In fact, she's worked entire events drawing just pets for pet-oriented stores like Petco and dog parks.  She can even draw pets from photos during the event, but only if she doesn't have a line waiting.

Question 13

Can I make a copy of a caricature I had drawn at an event?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!  As long as you're not copying it for commercial purposes (ie to use as a logo or put on business cards), you can make as many copies as you like!  In fact, caricatures from events can make great holiday greeting cards, coloring pages for children, and artwork for multiple homes!  If you find your local print service store will not copy your caricature without written permission, simply e-mail Marietta at artist@mdartist.com and she can e-mail you a signed letter.

Question 14

How do live remote events work?

Accepted Answer

Live remote events operate across a telecommunication or video streaming service, such as Skype, Zoom, Google Hangouts, Facebook Live, Join.Me, Twitch, and more.  Marietta will join you and your guests on the call or stream, then draw you each as you chat.  She can either draw quietly to allow an important meeting to occur or she can engage with each guest as the highlight of the event.  Guests will get to see her draw in real time, as well as see their final product on the video.  How you receive your caricatures depends on the type of caricature you hired Marietta for.  For traditional events, Marietta will mail the caricatures to the contract holder or other designated individual on the next business day and provide a tracking number. For digital events, Marietta can either e-mail all of the images to the contract holder or other designated individual, or she can set up a download page for guests.  Either would be available within a few hours after the end of the event.

Question 15

What telecommunication platforms can Marietta work with for live remote events?

Accepted Answer

Marietta is equipped to handle Skype, Zoom, Google Hangouts, Facebook Live, Join.Me, Twitch, and more.  If you don't see your platform of choice listed here, ask!  Marietta is flexible and can find a way to link up to any service you choose.

Question 16

What if I just want a caricature of one person or a few people?

Accepted Answer

At this time, Marietta only does event work.  She has had clients book her for small 1-hour sessions to draw the immediate family, including pets.  Especially with color, this is an ideal option and you get to see the work come to life in person!

Question 17

How does payment work?

Accepted Answer

A 50% deposit and signed contract secure your event date, with the remainder due 24 hours before the event.  The final payment must be made prior to Marietta joining the event.

Question 18

What forms of payment are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Invoicing is provided through Paypal, which can be paid with either a Paypal account or a debit or credit card.  Marietta also takes cash, check, money orders, and can accept cards through Square if Paypal is not an option for you.

Question 19

Is Marietta currently vaccinated?

Accepted Answer

Marietta is fully vaccinated and boosted.  She can provide proof of vaccination upon request.

Question 20

What precautions does Marietta take to ensure the safety of my guests?

Accepted Answer

Marietta is currently fully vaccinated.  Upon request, she and any caricature artists you hire through Caricatures by Marietta Delene will wear a mask at all times during your event.  Marietta and any other artist working your event will notify you immediately upon a positive COVID-19 test result within 14 days of your event.  Marietta also offers "Do Not Cross" tape to rope off an area and a 32x24" plexiglass free-standing sneeze guard so guests can remove their masks for their pictures without risking their health.  These are optional but free upon request.

Question 21

Can I ask Marietta to do something more than the above to protect my guests?

Accepted Answer

Marietta is happy to comply with any additional protection measures you want to put in place to ensure everyone's safety as they do not interfere with Marietta's ability to perform her job and come at no additional expense.

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