Caricature Services

Personalized Caricatures Perfect as Keepsakes & Gifts

A man and a woman are riding a motorcycle in a comic book style.
A man and a woman are riding a motorcycle in a comic book style.

Everyone Loves Caricatures! A Better Caricature provides these services

  • Live caricatures drawn at private parties and public/corporate events.
  • Gift caricatures drawn from photos including hobbies and backgrounds.
  • Signing boards drawn from photos, beautifully matted and backed for guests to sign at your special event.
  • Pet caricatures and portraits also available.
  • Each drawing is placed in a waterproof bag for protection.


Professional caricature artist, Barry Clompus, will visit your event and capture your guests' likenesses in personalized and flattering drawings. You and your guests will love them!


Book an appointment with A Better Caricature for your event today! Serving all of Montgomery County and nearby areas of Howard and Prince George's counties.

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A man wearing headphones is holding a piece of paper in a comic book frame.
A man wearing headphones is holding a piece of paper in a comic book frame.

LIVE CARICATURES DRAWN AT YOUR EVENT

Barry Clompus started working as a caricaturist in 1990. His first gigs were in shopping malls and restaurants, and then he moved on to private parties. He works quickly and professionally, and at the same time, he's great at making his subjects laugh and relax. Today, he's in high demand at venues throughout the Beltway and beyond.


  • Store or bank openings
  • Holiday parties
  • Office parties
  • Large corporate parties
  • Government events — Barry has done parties for NIH and The Secret Service
  • Fundraisers
  • Weddings
  • Graduations
  • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs 
  • Communions
  • Community events
  • Birthday Parties for all ages
  • School Events/Proms
A cartoon of a man kicking a soccer ball in a comic book.

Customized Gift Caricatures

Imagine the joy that special someone will experience when you give the gift of a personalized caricature. Barry will draw a full color caricature from your photos. You can have the subject's occupation, hobby, favorite locale, etc. included in the picture.


A unique gift for your parent's anniversary, kid's birthday or that person everyone loves who is retiring from the office!

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Customized Signing Boards

A Customized Signing Board is a unique way to celebrate special occasions, blending artistic expression with heartfelt messages into a keepsake that lasts a lifetime. Whether for a wedding, retirement, birthday, or any milestone event, this interactive piece captures personality and charm in a fun and memorable way. It's the perfect centerpiece for guests to sign and leave their well wishes.

A cartoon of a man holding a basketball and a basketball hoop.

Live Caricature Entertainment!

Book A Better Caricature for Your Next Event!

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