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Spread the love, appreciation, and good vibes anytime with hand drawn portraits from www.mydavinci.com. Stuck on what to choose? Dive into our customer reviews for some cool ideas and artwork inspiration. Their story could be the key to helping you pick your perfect gift— because every portrait here is a little story waiting to be shared.

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Unbelievableby Autumn Sullivan (Glen Allen, VA, US)

I was floored by the authenticity of the portrait done. The picture is two of our loved ones that passed last year. They were able to merge two different pictures to create the finished product. This is not the first time I've ordered from MyDavinci & certainly will not be the last!

very sweetby Meagan Sobel (Orlando, FL, US)

i loved the picture, we got married on the beach so it fit perfectly. I wish our life was more like that lounging away on the beach! I also wish i would have gotten it bigger! I'll know for next time. Thanks so much!

Perfect Gift! by Shelly Walden (Dunkirk, MD, US)

Wonderful artwork! I love this one of my son and his girlfriend. I ordered two recently. The other was for an office of 29 people, we had a few adjustments before getting the final but myDaVinci was very easy to work with and patiently made adjustments and sent back until it was perfect.

Very pleased by Jacquelyn Beeler (Leander, TX, US)

This year I ordered a charcoal and a color pencil drawing for our two adult children. Christmas is my favorite time of year but also the most frustrating time of year too. I don't like spending money on presents that they won't use or only have like. This year I decided to do something different and give memories. And I was very pleased on how mydavinci handled their business end - very available and professional.

tablescapeby Rika Peterson (Sioux Falls, SD, US)

The sketch represents the picture perfectly. The details and dimensions are what makes it so special. This tablescape represents the meeting of two sets of parents before a year full of exciting events: an engagement and a wedding! I love that this memory will live on through art.

Perfection by Alison Valente (Wall Township, NJ, US)

I loved the way your company worked with me. Even after I changed my mind and changed the style. It came out perfect. I will use your company again without hesitation. Beautiful work. Thank you.

Baby Ellie by lisa (washington, IL, US)

We absolutely love the picture. It looks just like her. My daughter and son in law were very happy to receive such a lasting gift. I will be a return customer, and I think you will have more new customers as well. PS framed and matted, looks superb!

Best gift for my fisherman!by Christine (Franklin, MA, US)

My husband fishes and does catch and release so all he has for favorite memories are photos. Now he has gorgeous framed pencil drawings of the "prize" fish with details on when and where he caught them. He plans on creating his trophy wall with the beautiful drawings we've had done at myDaVinci. We have been so pleased with the results!

Perfect!by Karen Lynn Pfrimmer (Parksville, BC, CA)

This was so well done, and it was exactly what I wanted. The process was terrific. I was sent the sketch to review, just as they promised, and was able to request a few very small changes, which they did, and then sent back for another review. They were very accommodating, and they had to combine a number of pictures together to get exactly what I was wanting. It was perfect! and Grandma was very happy!

Perfect - Captured Every Detail by Denise Slifer (Naples, FL, US)

I couldn’t be happier with this pencil sketch of my home! The artist captured every detail beautifully — from the texture of the brick to the gentle shading of the trees, it’s absolutely stunning. The sketch feels so personal and full of warmth, perfectly reflecting the character of the house. You can tell it was created with real care and talent. It’s now framed in our living room, and everyone who visits comments on how amazing it looks. A true keepsake that I’ll treasure for years! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a thoughtful, timeless piece of art.

Mr Dee turns 90by Linda Santarossa (Southgate, MI, US)

Family and Friends purchased this caricature for a neighbor celebrating his 90th Birthday. Not only did we love it, Mr. Dee loved it as well. It was the perfect surprise gift to a well deserving friend, neighbor, honorary Dad, Grand-dad, Great Grand-dad. Well done "My Davinci", well done.

Amazing by Luann White (Mobile, AL, US)

The artwork is amazing. It is absolutely beautiful and looks identical to my fur baby Kota Gerl. Definitely over met my expectations! Could not be happier with my purchase.

Our pupsby Monica Pajewski (Wenonah, NJ, US)

Cannot believe how amazing it turned out. It exceeded my expectations and brought tears to my eyes instantly. I was happy with the preview but when it arrived (super quickly might I add!) I was so stunned to see how realistic and perfect it turned out. I cannot wait to give it to my spouse for Christmas he is going to cry- so perfect. Will be ordering more.

An Adored Motherby Melanie Hardnett (Atlanta, GA, US)

I received a myDavinci hand drawn photo of my Grandmother and I in Nov 2020 from a dear friend. I adored it so much and how accurate it depicted the original photo. It warmed my heart as my Grandmother passed away at 94 years old in Sept 2020. As soon as I received my drawing I knew I'd have one made for my favorite aunt. Her birthday is coming up soon and this is her gift. I love it so much and know she will share the same sentiment. A keepsake she and I will have forever.

Gma sketchby Michael Shelby (Parker, CO, US)

The artist did an amazing rendering of my beautiful girl and her grandsons!! She's gonna cry when she sees this wonderful memory !! Thank You for living up to your name....myDaVinci ;)

Better than expected!!!by Kayla (Roswell, GA, US)

This came out better than expected! We did do a mini “photoshoot” to upload a picture where the face had the right angle and similar lighting. We only had the artist make one small modification (partially hide the ear) and it came out perfect!!! We love it so much!

Beautiful!by Michelle Kinsley (Winchester, VA, US)

I thought this would make a great gift, but when it arrived it was so much better than I anticipated! They captured our babies eyes perfectly! I couldn't be more pleased and would highly recommend to anyone. Our dog Pops passed away this past year but now we have a beautiful portrait of him hanging on the wall so he is forever with us.

Family Homeby Katherine Thomas (Solon, OH, US)

We’ve lived in our home for 26 years and are preparing to move on. It’s the only house our children have really ever known, so we wanted to memorialize it and bring it into our new place. I took some photos while all the greenery is blooming and the sun is shining. My DaVinci did a beautiful job bringing it to life. The process of reviewing and approving the proof was easy. I’m very pleased with the final product and can’t wait to hang it up!

The Boysby CharleneR Barthelemy (Katy, TX, US)

I ordered a pencil sketch of my daughter's dogs for her Mother's Day surprise. I sent a couple extra photos just so the artists could "get a feel" of the boys' personalities - ha, ha The artists suggested the pic below because it had the most detail. They are very good about communication...after several e-mails this was the final product. My daughter was overjoyed. She said it "captured" the boys' personalities from their expressions to their stances. It took on extra meaning because she is relocating so this not only is a reminder of good times shared where she lives but a great new house-warming gift for their new place. I had previously ordered a watercolor from DaVinci for a friend which was just beautiful. They don't just duplicate...they put a little bit of sentiment in everything they do...lots of coupons and very reasonable additions like matte and frame. My next order will be a color pencil sketch!!

Mountain in Coloradoby Barbara Mamon (West Seneca, NY, US)

This is the 3rd sketch I have had done and it is so impressive. The work is professional and done totally to your satisfaction. Customer service was extremely accomodating to meet my time frame. Have used this as wedding gifts and it has been overhelmingly received.

California Sunshine by MEC (Lexington, MA, US)

I was extremely happy with my house print that I ordered for my son’s home in California. Davinic provided proofs every step of the way and made several revisions until I was satisfied. Their customer service is wonderful. I would highly recommend them for any project you may have.

A man and his dogby Tom Pullam (Maumelle, AR, US)

Duke recently died at the age of 13, a Christmas gift of years past. I wanted something special for my son-in-law, and I think this accomplished the task. I was impressed with their artwork and especially their customer service when asked if the artist could make certain adjustments; and with their quick responses, along with reviews of their work, before asking me for final approval. They did exactly what I requested and at a very reasonable price! I am totally satisfied!

My daughter & granddaughterby Donna Emerick (Bridgeport, NE, US)

In searching online for an unusual, memorable gift for my daughter's first Mother's Day, I found your site. The order process was very easy and I was DELIGHTED with the picture. I love the fact that I was able to preview the artwork and request changes before it was shipped to me. My daughter is one of those who rarely, rarely cries, but when she saw the lovely pencil sketch, she sobbed. Thank you! My only "complaint" would be that I didn't receive my artwork in time for Mother's Day because I requested a change, and it slowed down receipt of the artwork by several days. This wasn't a problem for me because it turned out that I didn't see my daughter until a few days after Mother's Day. So, if ordering for a special occasion, be sure to order well in advance. Bottom line--I love the artwork so much that I am ordering again for my son-in-law for Father's Day! Thanks again!

couldn't be happierby nancylee prohaska (Exeter, RI, US)

EXCELLENT work! Absolutely beautifuul workmanship, high quality and just couldn't be happier. After the sample review, I asked if they could bring out her bright blue eyes and they did without hesitation and got the final review back almost immediately and the eyes were just like the picture. Would highly recommend to anyone, in fact I have had others done before this and was just as happy and have referred several people and they loved there's also. Thank you for making our fur babies come alive in your renditions!

Great Workby bill mead (salt lake city, UT, US)

I am very impressed with this company. I needed the work done quickly and they did every thing they could to get my job done and delivered. My wife loved the picture. We were married at a later stage of our lives. She has always wondered what we would have been like if me married at 21 years old. MyDaVinci made that happen for her. This was a very good experience for me. I am glad I found MyDaVinci.

Love it!!!by Brittnee Smith (Macon, GA, US)

I got this photo done for my baby sisters high school graduation present. This photo was originally her senior picture! It turned out beautiful and everyone LOVED IT! Now my mom is thinking about getting this done with all of her children's senior pictures ! Service and shipping was fast and I couldn't be happier!!! Will definitely use again!!

A Grade of A+by Kathleen Joswick (MACOMB, IL, US)

I had this painting made for my daughter. She is very proud of her house which has received an historic preservation award. When she saw the watercolor she said "If I saw this painting at an art gallery, I would want to buy it, even if it wasn't my house." I consider that the highest level compliment.

Grandchildrenby David McKissick (Manassas, VA, US)

I had this made for a lady I love from a photo of her grandchildren. Actually I used a couple of photos and I was almost a pest in asking for changes which were done. Everyone who has seen this painting marvels at it. It is a keepsake. Thank you.

Lovely watercolorby Lynn Polan (Chatham Township, NJ, US)

My Da Vinci did a wonderful job turning our photo into a painting. The artist was very responsive to requests for modifications and we are very happy with the final result. Thanks to My Da Vinci.

Amazing!!!by Julie Norstedt (New Prague, MN, US)

I had a pencil drawing done for my daughter for Christmas, by far her favorite gift. To be able to capture her and her cat with both images so spot on exceeded my expectations!! I loved that I could make adjustments once it was complete, it didn’t need much but the few things they changed made all the difference. You won’t be disappointed with this product! Thank you so much for making my daughter ( and myself) so happy!!!

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