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Biography
Born and raised in sub-tropical Australia, Stanley Toohey began
drawing at the age of 4 and sold his first cartoon when he was
9. His gift was spotted by an early grade teacher who encouraged
him to attend art classes. Over the next 13 years Stanley attended
4 art institutions and won many prestigious awards.
During a 10-year stint as an International Flight Attendant,
he took advantage of regular opportunities to work with a band
of fellow cabin crew who renovated a string of orphanages in
Thailand and Zimbabwe. Stanley’s creations included large
colourful cartoon murals on the interiors of the dormitories
and dining halls, much to the delight of hundreds of children.
As the Creative Director of his own ‘Art Cake’ shops
in Sydney, he received much rave media coverage (as well as
a note from the Prime Minister!). After a brief spell at Walt
Disney TV Animation Studios, Stanley was drawn to the big lights
of London in pursuit of greater experience ... and Jane, the
future Mrs Toohey.
Now, after more than a decade based in the UK, Stanley is a
qualified Art Lecturer and has established himself as one of
the most sought-after live Caricaturist Entertainers on the
European circuit. Funny but never cruel, his unique mix of dry
humour and artistic wit, make for a high-octane cartoon cocktail,
which will leave you and your guests wanting more. |
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