Dale Gladstone, Caricature Artist NY Reviews

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Caricaturist from New York City, NY
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Starting at $125 per hour

93 Reviews for Dale Gladstone, Caricature Artist NY

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Review by Divya S.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 11, 2017•From Cresskill, NJ

The caricatures looked nothing like the children I had the impression the digital drawings would be faster, but from my experience in both now the hand drawings with "pastels" is far quicker. Not happy with his work at all! Nice gentleman, but caricatures were not like the children... 14 kids and 3 did not get it done bc we ran out of time. Would not use Dale again! Sorry!!!

If so unhappy why'd she tip me $34? Speed & quality impaired because she demanded my drawing special themes in spite of me saying it would cost time, nagged & rushed me on each drawing. I told her in advance black & white caricatures faster than color, but she insisted on color. All guests kept me waiting. She told me all were drawn but later told me 3 were not. She also did not provide me w/electricity that would've prevented the interruption of moving me. P.S. On a humid 87 degree day working in her back yard w/several umbrella tables, I was never provided with any shade & never offered a beverage or snack. For all her unearned wealth, this liar has zero class.

Review by Cesar A.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on August 21, 2017•From East Brunswick, NJ

Contract $590/3 hrs,30 B/W pics,promised 3-5 min each.Took>20 min each=long lines,unhappy guests, family were never done b/c he was so slow.Embarrassing to hear complaints!Then Dale upcharges for more time@$180/hr. Paid $950 in cash for 31 images(only 18 pics-didn't know at the time but paid promptly)Emailed/called Dale for explanation for a fair review but he refuses to talk to me?Now his emails are curt/rude.Dale uses a computer to create his effects.If he doesn't like an image, he deletes/re-does it(over and over again)=wasted time!Faces were generic,unable to tell who was who.Only regret=hiring Dale.Don't fall for his scam/gimmick-there are other better artists.

Review by Noel T.

Birthday Party (Kids)•Reviewed on September 2, 2022•From Troy, NY

Wish I could give no stars for alot of these...a pure rip off and disappointment, unfriendly and unengaging to guest promised around 10 guest a minute for color at 130 an hour did one to maybe 3 and that's a stretch per hour then asked if I approved overtime. Was offended when I questioned why 1st guest took over 50 minutes and replied kids move at a flipping kids bday party. I really want a refund Bash not cool.

No idea where you get unfriendly & unengaging. I drew 17 people in 3 hours (your math is stretched the wrong way) after warning you color drawings are a little slower than black & whites. The 1st drawing was a mom & 3 kids who did nothing like sitting still. My 1st email to you before you hired me said, "If the speed of my work matters to you, please share this with your guests: the less my "models" move while I'm drawing, the better & faster my drawings will be. I don't need lifeless statues, but it is astonishing when you see how many do not understand how excessive movement makes my job extremely difficult." Sorry you had a bad day when you wrote this.

Review by Jie L.

Fundraiser•Reviewed on June 29, 2019•From New York City, NY

Very good service, highly recommend! thank you for Dale’s talent and effort made our event fabulous!

Thank you very much!

Review by Melanie F.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on July 17, 2019•From New York City, NY

Thanks very much.

Review by Joe R.

Celebration•Reviewed on November 4, 2021•From New York City, NY

Very responsive and professional. Very quickly put together a difficult assignment. He was very flexible on what we were looking for i would highly recommend him.

Thank you very much.

Review by Deidre W.

Wedding•Reviewed on September 7, 2021•From Rochester, NY

This was a last minute request to spice up a small intimate wedding. I am extremely happy with services provide by Dale Gladstone. He travel from NYC to my event in Rochester, NY. All guests were very happy. I would not hesitate to hire Dale Gladstone, Caricature Artist NY again.

Thank you so much! I appreciate how nice everyone was to me throughout the entire experience. Best wishes to you!

Review by PATRICK D.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on August 22, 2021•From Kings Park, NY

Dale was Very courteous and professional.

Thank you very much!

Review by Guinevere K.

Picnic•Reviewed on July 18, 2021•From Shawnee on Delaware, PA

What a wonderful experience with Dale! He was timely, professional, and really fantastic with all of my guests. His work is superior and really created a fun atmosphere. The drawings were spot on and captured everybody’s personalities. I would highly recommend him to anybody looking To add some flavor to their party!

Thank you so much. Let me know when I can be of service again.

Review by Roseann M.

Birthday Party (Kids)•Reviewed on July 6, 2021•From Hankins, NY

Punctual and accommodating.

Thank you. Have a good summer.

Review by Jie L.

Prom•Reviewed on June 19, 2021•From Garden City, NY

Went great!! Will book again

Thank you very much! Have a great weekend.

Review by Jie L.

Corporate Function•Reviewed on May 11, 2021•From East Meadow, NY

Review by Heidi C.

Birthday Party (Adult)•Reviewed on July 19, 2020•From Cohoes, NY

We would highly recommend Dale for your next event. Dale was great to work with especially during this crazy time. He was always available to answer all my questions and he has a plan in place so everyone was comfortable & safe. All our guests loved this surprise we had at our party. Dale’s artwork was fantastic and he was very accommodating with any special requests. Again you can’t go wrong hiring Dale!

Thanks very much! That was one of the most enjoyable reviews I've ever read. Thanks again for providing me with an excellent work space and making a highly effective effort to promote safety.

Review by Jie L.

Graduation Party•Reviewed on June 20, 2020•From Hempstead, NY

Thank you very much Dale, you did great job which we all love it!! Thanks again!

Thanks so much! Have a great summer!

Review by Ani G.

Anniversary Party•Reviewed on June 16, 2020•From Paramus, NJ

I highly recommend Dale Gladstone for all your caricature drawings! Excellent and professional work! Beautifully done!

Thanks very much! You are a highly cooperative client and very kind. Have a great summer.

Review by Zoe S.

Holiday Party•Reviewed on December 19, 2019•From New York City, NY

Dale arrived early and was extremely self-sufficient. He was patient with us as we prepared and then set up his "station" in a way that worked best for our event. Dale was also very accommodating and flexible to our needs. His drawings came out great and my colleagues have had all positive feedback. Perfect for our office holiday party. Thanks, Dale!

Thanks very much! It was a great pleasure meeting all of you.

Review by ANNA h.

Bat Mitzvah•Reviewed on September 29, 2019•From Brooklyn, NY

Thanks very much for again including me in your plans.

Review by Buddy W.

Bachelor Party•Reviewed on August 17, 2019•From Reading, PA