Bio

Peter Byrne

Sydney’s Premier Cartoonist and Caricaturist specializing in live events and corporate gifts.

“As a Live caricaturist for over twenty years I make a point to be sensitive to my client’s needs. I’m renowned for my friendly banter, maintaining a respectful and professional approach to my work. I endeavour to bring out the best qualities in the ladies and have have a few laughs with the guys.

My caricatures become a spectator event; each caricature captivates and entertains a crowd and the A3 Cartoons are presented in a white carry bag I work for most of the major corporate companies in Sydney and am considered one of the best.

We Specialise in:

Live Events –
Peter Byrne is considered one of Sydney’s best on the spot/Live cartoonist/caricaturist.
Whether it’s mixing and mingling with your guests, table hopping or standing at the back and picking them off one by one as he produces his unique cartoons,and no-one has to pose!!!

Corporate Gifts – 
If you’re looking for a truly ultra special present to give someone … for that RETIREMENT, PROMOTION, YEARS SERVED OR FAREWELL …
Why not get “Byrnsey” to immortalise your boss, employee, friend, partner or associate with a Caricature?

Caricatures – 
Peter Byrne’s Caricatures are a unique gift, done with a special genius and flair drawn off a Photo (or Live)
He can highlight the foibles of the subject, yet be complementary!!!!!! displaying their unique skills or attributes, favourite sayings, even pay homage to his favourite sporting team or his/her special dress sense, all with that touch of irreverence and fun that makes a “Byrnsey” Caricature a great gift and memento.

Weddings – 
If you are lucky enough to be getting married or having a ceremony, you might consider hiring some fantastic entertainment.
PETE BYRNE, caricature artist is one of the best ways to amuse your guests and leave them with a FANTASTIC souvenir of the special day. Add a touch of humour to your big day and have quality amusing portraits of those that you cherish sketched?

Cartoons – 
Caricatures and Cartoons are a simple yet subtle medium of creative expression. Humour helps you to convey a message in an effective manner. Often, you do not even require words to put your point across, a simple Cartoon graphic or illustration can bring a smile to your reader’s face.

What People Say About Me

Peter was a hit with conference delegates and his skill made the experience special to them when they came to our stand. There was never any downtime, the stand was engaging at all times. Peter made our exhibition stand inviting and personal, with a keep sake for visitors to remember us by. Just what we wanted.

Truly, a nice bloke with a top personality and does his job effortlessly!

Katherine Toates
MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

Hi Peter…WOW…AMAZING!!

Absolutely love it!!! Thank you so much its perfect!!!! Your attention to detail is amazing and I can’t get over how awesome the mermaid is!!! Loved every bit of it and I am very very very happy!!!! Looking forward to working with you very soon (for the next farewell or retirement). I will also pass on your details to the other EAs and PAs !

Thanks again

Paula

Paula Nassour
Executive Assistant to Peter Barnes
Commonwealth Bank

Cam told me he loved it and it has taken pride place in his New Zealand office!!
Regards,
Lisa
LISA TRAVINI
PA to General Manager Australia
AIR NEW ZEALAND

Peter,
Last night I received you caricature of my life for my 40th birthday. I cannot express how much this picture means to me and can assure you it will take pride of place in our home. Thank you again for your unique and personal work of art.Craig Matthews

Hi Peter,
Just wanted to thank you for the wonderful caricature you created. James loved the cartoon gift and my colleagues and I were really thrilled with your work. Thanks for all your hard work and patience and for your great “translation” of James.Sally Dunn
CEO FORUM GROUP

Pete,
Thanks for your work on these cartoons they look great and will be a big hit. Very clever work to capture the ins and out of our business. Well doneBruce Morgan
CHAIRMAN – PRICE WATERHOUSECOOPERS

HI Peter,
Thanks again for such a great cartoon. He loved it and it was very appropriate for someone who is so hard to buy for. Here is a photo of the presentation. ThanksLeah Cameron
WELLINGTON MANAGEMENT

Hi Pete
RE DAVIDS 25 YEARS OF SERVICE -RETIREMENT
This was very well received. David was delighted and your work was much appreciated by everyone In our organisation.
Thanks again.
Ellis Varejes
Abacus Property Group

Hi Pete,

Dad loved his caricature for his 60th birthday. He was well PLEASED! I will send a photo of him holding the portrait. A staff member from the restaurant where we held the party took your details, she was so impressed as her dad is having a birthday soon. Thanks all round.
Adrian Byrne
ECONOMOS ACCOUNTANT

Hi Pete,

Wow!! It looks fantastic!! – Thank you so much for putting this together so quickly! Thanks again so much for putting this together – it’s absolute class!!

Jemma McLeod
National Communications Officer, TWU

Hi Peter
Just wanted to say thanks very much for the cartoons – they were spot on, you have a great understanding of the business we are in!Matt Kirkegaard
EDITOR, BEER AND BREWER AUSTRALIA & NZ MAGAZINE

Hi Pete,
Thanks again for Monday night. Your cartooning was great – staff thought you were a hit! As I mentioned, we would be interested in having you back another time. AS YOU WERE MOST POPULAR!! I’ll be in touch.
Thanks,
Nat
Natalie Sobiesiak
Internal Communications & Engagement Specialist

Pete,
80th Birthday Card delivered last night (Saturday) and went down a treat. She almost cried. The entire family love it!!! Thanks again mateSean McNamara
Daily Telegraph

Peter
Love the caricature!
It’s so funny! The more I look at it the more I laugh!!! Love the “Novak Djokovic” touch! Can’t wait to see it in real! Let me know when is ready and you would like me to pick it up.
Thanks a LOT! Looking forward to meet you!
Best Regards,
Biljana

Hi Pete,
Cartoon looks AMAZING I absolutely love it, and am v. v. impressed!
Thanks again, so much!!Nina Kaszina
Executive Assistant Hill Rogers Spencer Steer
Chartered Accountants

Peter,
Thanks for the photo of the finished product – It looks just awesome!!! Myself and our CFO are chuffed with the outcome and can’t wait to see it framed up. We will certainly be able to get a photo of tom with the cartoon and send it to you once we present it to him next week.
once again thanks for a great job, you were a pleasure to work withGary Fenigan
EMERSON PROCESSING

Thanks Peter
RE: OUR CONFERENCE AT THE OPERA HOUSE
Yes everyone was very happy with the caricatures you did at the Opera House on Thursday It was a Wonderful finished product!
Our OS clients were delighted to receive a copy of your drawing
ThanksAnita Cohen
Hill Rogers Spencer Steer- Accountants.

Hi Peter
Re the new wine label for our New Shiraz-The Other side!!…Chester loves it! Thanks for that….looks fantastic!
Cheers. Kind regards
Tash Stoodley
Brand Manager d’Arenberg

Thanks for doing such a fabulous Farewell Card! Everyone here (including my boss Tom) loves it.
Thanks againRajee Sirri
Qantas

Hi Peter,
Thanks for the cartoon – it looks absolutely fantastic. We plan to get you involved every year!Charles Williams
PARTNERS IN PERFORMANCE INTERNATIONAL

Hi Peter,
Rick’s birthday lunch was a huge hit! His poster with Michael was a bigger HIT! He was extremely “wowed” by it and hasn’t stopped talking about it, all our friends loved it and had a good laugh. Thanks again.
It was a very clever birthday gift and you are a very clever cartoonist.Rachel Iorfino

Morning Byrnsey,
A short note to let you know we are using your artwork as part of our fun emails signature; it receives great feedback and gives us and our recipients all a laugh. Thank you again, you are a pleasure to work with, and the product you deliver is first class. I would like to post a blog telling your story and how your work has added benefits to our business.
We are looking at getting my caricature on all our work shirts. Thanks mateDave Conroy

Hi Peter,
Just wanted to let you know that Ben was STOKED by the caricature of all of us. He said he could never in a million years have envisioned a better present then that, if he had been given the choice he couldn’t think of anything he would rather have been given.
He noticed that you had been very generous with all the girls’ bosoms!
Thank you for all your suggestions and help and of course your MAGNIFICENT artwork!Annie De Merindol
CLIENT SERVICE EXECUTIVE
NEWS CONNECT

Dear Peter,
I am elated by your work, its absolutely fantastic and I must say it went down really well with Rob he loved it! Every one at the function thought it was brilliant Thank you so very much.Yvonne Cohen
AUSTRALIAN GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Hi Peter,
Thanks for joining us on Saturday, you were a real hit with the guests! We really appreciate you staying the extra time. My mum thought you were a “Hoot”! Thanks again.Vanessa McAllister
Wedding
Coolangatta

Hi Peter,
What a talent you have…
You were a great success; everyone really enjoyed having their pictures done. Only wish you had not been booked previous to our event so we could have had you longer!
Thanks so much it was really great.Julie Whitfield
CLAYTON UTZ

Hi Peter,
Great to have your expertise at our little shindig. You were a hit, the whole office was buzzing and sharing your pics all day! Thanks, you will definitely hear from us again!Kate
American Express

Hi Peter,
The presentation went so well. Peter Doherty took the caricature around to the 90 or so people to show it to them personally, he was so pleased with it. The husband of the incoming Governor of our District 9680 asked for your details and is looking for something at the end of the coming Rotary year. Thanks again for another yearGeoff W. Melville
EMPIRE BAY ESTATE AGENCY

Peter,
Thank you so much for you effort last night. The client was on the phone at 8:00am this morning telling me how much the guest enjoyed and marveled at you.
Look forward to the next one.Cory Watts
PRIDEAUX ENTERTAINMENT

Hi Pete,
Thanks again, the drawing is fantastic. I cannot wait to show my dad in the UK next month… (I work at Sydney Children’s Hospital and its being admired by everyone here this morning!).
Thanks again.Dr Lauren Evans
SYDNEY CHILDRENS HOSPITAL

Hi Pete,
Just heard from the client and she said the event was a huge success and you were great – but of course we already know this!Jacqueline McBeath
PRIDEAUX ENTERTAINMENT SOLUTIONS

Hi Peter,
It was a great night capped off by your excellent artwork. The entire staff were captivated by the detail and how much they could “see into the work” Thanks again.Wayne McCusker
MANAGING DIRECTOR
CHURCH & DWIGHT PTY LTD

Dear Peter,
Thanks a lot for the caricature of Danny. It was Fantastic and he was really surprised, he loved it! We all did.v See you for his 40th for an updated version Thanks again.
Lisa Moore

Not only were your drawings fantastic, they entertained all of our locals for the entire evening, and they let me tell you they are a hard bunch to please!!
We have dedicated a whole wall to your creations and everybody admires them on arrival. Give me a buzz when you can because I have about 90 more for you to do!!
Thanks again, they gave us such a giggle!!Vivienne O’ Toole
THE FRIEND IN HAND PUB
COWPER STREET GLEBE

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