Xi Ding
Speed artist Xi Ding sketches your wedding guests live with great skill, talent, and a touch of humor. The caricatures he creates are so popular at some weddings that guests are happy to line up—but since each sketch takes only 2 minutes, no one has to wait long.
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In the world of wedding entertainment, there are many ways to make your big day unforgettable. The speed artist Xi Ding offers a unique form of entertainment. He is an artist who creates live portraits of your guests with great attention to detail. This form of entertainment is a real highlight for any wedding celebration!
What makes Xi so unique is his warm and friendly style, which is unlike that of any other artist. Through his ability to combine humor and charm in an endearing way, he creates caricature portraits that will serve as lasting memories for your guests—a keepsake from your wedding that will be treasured for years to come.
Xi's artwork is so popular at every event that your guests will be happy to wait in line to have him draw their portraits. But don’t worry—the wait is short thanks to his speed. In addition to his talent for illustration, Xi is also known for his speed. It takes him only two minutes to draw a person, so over the course of the evening, almost all of your guests will have the chance to have their portrait drawn by him.
Xi is more than just a quick sketch artist—he’s an artist who uses his entertainment skills to bring joy, laughter, and lasting memories to your wedding.
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Info & TicketsFrequently Asked Questions for Cartoonist Xi Ding
How many guests can you sketch at a wedding?
I can sketch thirty guests per hour. In total, I can sketch over 200 guests at a celebration.
Does it go faster if the guests are sketched in pairs?
No, a double portrait takes twice as long as a single portrait. For example, for sixty guests, I need 2 hours if each guest is drawn once—whether individually, in pairs, or in groups of three.
Can the wedding logo or initials be printed on the paper?
Yes, I can print anything on the drawing paper.
Where can you travel?
Throughout Austria.
How far in advance should I book an appointment?
That’s hard to say. Some dates are booked 1–2 years in advance, but with a little luck, you can also book an appointment on short notice.
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