Barrie James Art
Wedding Caricatures
⭐ 500+ five-star reviews | 🏆 Hitched Award Winner |
🥇 Caricon Champion
⚡ 2–3 minute caricatures (no queues)
🎉 Mix-and-mingle entertainment
👰 Perfect for drinks receptions & evening lulls
My personal experiance working as a Caricature Artists at As You Like It Jesmond
A venue I work at a lot in Newcastle caricature entertainment for weddings and events. It’s right in jesmond near the metro and always has a lively, fun atmosphere.
It’s not a private hire venue, so the bar is upstairs open to the public, but that actually adds to the buzz but the downstairs does feel private and seperate so you get the best of both worlds. It’s always a vibrant, energetic wedding here in the heart of Jesmond. Being part of the Apartment Group, you get all the expertise and style of some of Northumberland’s best venues right in the city.
I love drawing here during drinks receptions, moving between groups and walking around tables, creating quick-fire caricatures and keeping guests entertained as the atmosphere builds.
They don’t have accommodation on site, but being right in the city centre means it’s easy to get to by public transport, and there are plenty of great places to stay nearby.
Vibe: quirky, shabby chic, alternative, urban, vibrant, eclectic, creative
Best for: drinks reception, aftermeal lull, room turn around, evening entertainment
Outdoor space is limited, but the surrounding area has some cracking spots for photos. Because it has a late licence, I’m often booked later into the evening, which works perfectly for high-energy live entertainment, keeping guests engaged right through the night.
👉 See real weddings at As You Like It
Live Wedding Caricatures at As You Like It, Jesmond
Looking for a wedding caricaturist at As You Like jesmond
Barrie James is a professional Newcastle caricaturist and Newcastle caricaturist, providing fun, fast-paced live drawing that keeps guests laughing and gives them something unique to take home.
As a wedding caricature artist in Newcastle, I offer relaxed, interactive entertainment that fits seamlessly into your day—whether that’s during the drinks reception, room turnaround, or evening celebrations.
What to Expect from a Caricature Artist in Newcastle
As a caricature artist at South Causey Inn, my focus is on creating moments as much as drawings. I walk around the venue, chat to guests, crack jokes, and keep things light. Some drawings are quick and punchy, others a bit more detailed depending on the moment.
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2-3 minute quick fire caricature sketeches
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Unique Mix and Mingle style
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Entertainment focused
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high quality caricatures
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Unique Keepsakes for your guests
If you’re looking for a caricature artist in Newcastle who brings energy as well as skill, get in touch here
Where Caricatures Fit Into Your Wedding Day
One of the biggest advantages of booking a wedding caricaturist in Newcastle is how flexible it is.
Drinks Reception
A great ice-breaker while guests are arriving and settling in.
Room Turnaround
Keeps the energy going and avoids that lull between parts of the day.
Evening Reception
Ideal alongside music and dancing—something interactive that stands out from the usual options.
For couples searching for wedding entertainment in Newcastle, caricatures offer something genuinely different.
Why choose me to entertain at your Newcastle Wedding?
I move naturally around your wedding, chatting, joking, and interacting—fitting in seamlessly rather than being stuck in one place. It flows with the rhythm of your day and keeps guests engaged throughout.
🏆 Award-winning Newcastle caricaturist (Caricon Champion + Hitched Award Winner)
⚡ Fast, high-quality caricatures (around 2–3 minutes per guest)
🎉 Mix-and-mingle entertainment — no queues, just continuous interaction
⭐ 500+ five-star reviews from weddings and corporate events
🎤 Experienced Newcastle entertainer for weddings, corporate events, and parties
🎨 Live artist specialising in caricatures and wedding illustration in Newcastle
🤝 Friendly, professional, and easy to work with — fits seamlessly into your event
📸 Creates great moments for photos, social sharing, and memorable experiences
Caricaturist Newcastle, Areas Covered
If you’re looking to hire a caricature artist in Newcastle for a wedding, prom, christmas party or corporate event, I provide live caricature entertainment across Newcastle and the surrounding North East.
As a Newcastle caricaturist and wedding entertainer, I specialise in fun, fast, mix-and-mingle caricatures that keep guests laughing while giving them something unique to take home.
I offer caricature entertainment in the following areas:
Newcastle upon Tyne | Gateshead | Jesmond | Gosforth | Heaton | Sandyford | Byker, |Ouseburn | Whitley Bay | Tynemouth | North Shields | South Shields | Blyth | Cramlington | Whickham | Central Newcastle
As a caricature artist Newcastle clients trust, I regularly travel to venues across the region, including popular wedding and event locations throughout Newcastle and Tyne and Wear.
Whether you’re searching for a:
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Newcastle caricaturist
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or live event entertainment in Newcastle
I bring a unique blend of art and entertainment that works perfectly for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
If your location isn’t listed, feel free to get in touch — I’m always happy to travel across Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, and the wider North East.
Caricaturist Newcastle, other Venues to check out in Newcastle
If you’re looking to hire a caricature artist in Newcastle for a wedding, party or corporate event, I provide live caricature entertainment across Newcastle and the surrounding North East.
I offer caricature entertainment at popular venues such as The Vermont Hotel, Jesmond Dene House, As You Like It, Hilton Newcastle Gateshead, The Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Newcastle Civic Centre, St James’ Park, The Tyne Theatre & Opera House, The Biscuit Factory, Wylam Brewery, As You Like It, The Assembly Rooms, Hotel du Vin Newcastle, Crowne Plaza Newcastle, The Great North Museum: Hancock, The Boiler Shop, The Mansion House Jesmond, The Town Moor venues, and The Grand Hotel Tynemouth, Tapyard, Tyne Bank Brewery
From stylish city-centre hotels and iconic landmarks to creative spaces and unique wedding venues, I bring relaxed, interactive caricature entertainment to events of all sizes.
If your venue isn’t listed, feel free to get in touch — I’m always happy to travel across Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, and the wider North East.
Newcastle Caricaturist and the North East
I regularly provide live caricature entertainment across Newcastle and the wider North East, working as a wedding entertainer, corporate entertainer, and live artist for events of all sizes.
Areas I cover include:
• Durham
• Cumbria
• Sunderland and the wider North East
Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, exhibition, or private party, I travel across the region to deliver engaging live entertainment that keeps guests talking.
If you’re planning an event and wondering how to book a caricature artist in Newcastle, I’ve put together a simple guide here.
Check availability for your
Newcastle Wedding
If you’re looking for a Caricature Artist in Newcastle , wedding entertainer, or live artist to bring your event to life, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch to check availability, ask questions, or chat through your plans — I’m always happy to help.