Ask the person portrayed where the image will appear, who will see it, and whether they are comfortable with the proposed tone. Private approval for a greeting card does not automatically authorize a public portfolio or advertisement. Explain whether an illustration is AI-assisted when that matters, and avoid fabricated endorsements or quotations. If the audience changes, seek a fresh decision before sharing.
A practical checklist for consent, source permissions, expression, crop and final handoff when reviewing a playful illustrated portrait. Disclosure: I am associated with Caricature Maker, and AI assistance helped prepare these notes. Examples are fictional. Its site describes one free 1K generation and paid options; check current pricing and privacy terms.