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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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Great likenessby Steve G (Phoenix, AZ, US)

The artists were able to capture my cat, including his intense stare, and worked with me to integrate the additional text.

Male bondingby Frieda Herman (Magnolia,, DE, US)

While I had a little difficulty at the beginning of the process, once the photos were resent, I am very pleased with the results. I love having a preview and input for changes to the end result. In my case, the baby had a hat in the photo that I asked be removed. This is my second experience with you and I am again very pleased. I also recommend you to people who see the artwork and ask where it was done. Thank you.

Mr. Peepersby Kim Voorhees (Piscataway, NJ, US)

Mr. Peepers (Mel) is a rescue cat, who rescued who? Mr. Peepers is the light of my mothers life and she loved this picture I took recently of him so I knew I had to do something special for her. I right went to MyDavinci to create something she can smile every time she goes into her living room and she does. Thank you again for making such wonderful life time gifts or your customers.

ink drawing from photoby Rosemary Vacc (Highland Heights, OH, US)

I found the staff very helpful and accommodating. when asked if I wished changes, in error, I failed to include one other change--I However was very pleased with the rendering, and the service. You worked with me although the quality of the photo was substandard for this.

Steve and Janeby stephanie crippen (Nebo, NC, US)

This was a gift for my father, who is in a nursing home with Parkinson’s. All I wanted was something to make him smile, since he has lost the ability to do that easily. This did it! A big smile came on his face and he and my stepmother were overjoyed! Thank you for creating such a beautiful piece of art. You made an old man laugh. And that is all I wanted for Father’s Day. This is a beautiful piece of work. Thank you to the artist who drew it You created a beautiful memory for us.

Schnoodle Love IIby Mary Stepura (Cary, NC, US)

Same review as on the other picture I ordered. Have to add a mat to the outside of the drawing making the total size when framed much larger than I intended. Might be helpful to share on your site that the drawing will fill the entire page and to allow for a mat and frame which will make the final piece at least 1-2 inched larger in total size.

Beautiful and Inspired My Wifeby HAROLD MCGINNIS (ACWORTH, GA, US)

The artwork was superb! It is of my wife's family home that had to be sold when her Mom passed away. It was difficult for her! When she opened the package and saw the art, she immediately started crying and just staring at the photo. She took the photo and clinged it to her heart for a long time. Thank you so much for what you did for my wife!!

Our Dog Pepperby Regina Cloutier (Naples, FL, US)

I was a bit reluctant to order this pencil sketch online because I didn't think the detail would be clear, and it would look more like a "print" than a sketch. I wanted a unique and meaningful gift for my husband, this past Christmas, so I decided to give him a sketch of our dog, Pepper, an all-black German Shepherd. When my husband opened the gift, I almost cried!! The detail of the sketch was absolutely amazing! The artist captured the details of Pepper's eyes, fur, tail, and even the way she was laying on her paw, just beautifully!! We hung our sketch in the Dining Room, where everyone can see and admire this beautiful sketch!

Isabella and Mommyby Eric DeLisle (Pasadena, MD, US)

Beautiful work and fast turnaround! Surprised my wife for her 1st mother's day. Highly recommended!!!!!!!!!!

Historic Aberdeen Houseby Jennifer Blake (Aberdeen, MD, US)

I am extremely pleased with the finished product from mydavinci.com. They were professional and reached out to me multiple times to ensure that I would be satisfied. I am delighted with my picture and as it is a Christmas gift, I know the recipient will be too! I will most certainly order from them again!

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!

Beautiful work of art!by Ebonie Harris (Redford, MI, US)

Words cannot begin to express how happy I was with the beautiful portrait of my dog. I submitted the photo of my beloved, Jubilee the day after she passed away from a long illness. The artist captured the essence of my girl better than the photo I submitted. I will definitely have them create another piece of art for me! Thank you for the wonderful work!

Sunny day by Randy Decker (Huntington Beach , CA, US)

This was a gift for my wife because it was taken from a photo of our first Fourth of July together. I knew my wife loved the photo so I was very pleased when she saw this pencil rendition and loved it too. The cost and wait time were both very reasonable for such a unique gift idea.

First tryby Joshua Hofstetter (Crownsville, MD, US)

To be honest I was very worried how this would turn out... I really didn't know to expect!!! Paid the money, e-mailed back a forth a time or 2, then BOOM package in the mail and I was very happy with the results!!!! My face (the mans face) could have been slightly better but honestly this is such a bit! Made for a really awesome gift to my High School teacher!!! Thank you myDaVinci!

Love It...Love It.....Love It !!!!by Kara Saunders (Reedsport, OR, US)

Thank you so much......it is fabulous!!!

Great drawing!by Jessica Garfin (San Diego, CA, US)

This drawing of my friend’a new born baby turned out beautiful! They absolutely loved it and were so happy with how it turned out!

WONDERFUL GIFTby Shawn Moore (Lewisville, TX, US)

My husband purchased this gift for me for Christmas. I was so thrilled as my Doggie Teddie is my baby and I love him dearly. Great Job, Wonderful gift to cherish forever! Thank you

Weekend homeby Sharon Miller (Ponce Inlet, FL, US)

This is my second order from this company and, as always , they deliver exceptional work. The watercolor portrait of my family’s weekend home is beautiful and looks just like it. My DaVinci delivers quality work in a timely fashion.

Amazing work!by MGD (BENTON, AR, US)

This is the 3rd time I have used myDaVinci and I am yet again extremely impressed! You should be able to make up your mind just in looking at the reviews/pictures but I highly recommend if you are considering. I have had 3 different pieces created in 3 mediums (pencil sketch, colored pencil and watercolor) and all have turned out better than I had hoped. Makes for a very thoughtful gift that lasts forever. Repeat buyers tip - Assuming you don't have a special frame the piece needs to go in, have it shipped in a frame they sell. So much better having it ready to go when you receive. (I did not opt for this option on my first to save money)

Remembering Skipper Carlsonby Kimberley Carlson (Summerville, SC, US)

This was a beautiful portrait of our beloved baby Skipper who we have to send to the Rainbow Bridge when his bladder cancer finally made our happy boy tired and in pain. The process was easy. The company communicated well. The price was appropriate. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I am definitely looking at more ideas for Christmas and birthday presents.

Amazing workby Jason Dehne (Sheboygan, WI, US)

This is such a fantastic piece. I had this made for my wife who recently lost her grandmother and never had a good picture of them together. Add in that you were also able to add her mother who passed when she was very young makes this such a precious gift for her. The work is impeccable, and everyone was very kind through the process. It was also done very quickly and shipped in a couple days. Thank you for helping with this and brining such joy to her face when she recieved it.

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!

Perfectionby Luke (Powells Point, NC, US)

I honestly couldn’t be more happy with the professionalism and quality of the product I received. The communication was outstanding as well. I cannot speak to a frame as I did not get one. I purchased this piece for a memory shadow box for my wife. I will absolutely be recommending this site to anyone I know looking for handcrafted artwork.

Looks great!by Deborah Osterberg (Darlington, SC, US)

Well done, captured my mom perfectly!! I love the choice of colours for the background!!

Won Best Christmas Giftby April Howington (Corpus Christi, TX, US)

My mother visited this cotton gin factory on one of her vacations, she herself manages a local gin. She has always been a collector of pencil drawings, primarily purchases from the places she has visited. I couldn't have asked for a better gift for her. The price was reasonable, the work was wonderful and it definitely made a statement for the best Christmas gift this year. Communication was great and shipping was as expected. A definite do again.

Stupendousby Lauren Cohen (Plymouth, MA, US)

This is a gift for my son and his girlfriend who just got a puppy. When I received it, I was blown away!!!! It is PERFECT! Customer service was amazing and very responsive. I will definitely be purchasing again in the near future.

Amyby Deborah Vanatta (Sanford, FL, US)

Beautiful. Wanted to do this for my pup for years - just kept putting it off. Thought it would be time consuming or difficult to set up. However, super easy process. Very pleased with product!

REVIEWby Deborah Conaway (UNIONTOWN, PA, US)

THIS WILL BE A NICE SURPRISE FOR MY FATHER'S 90TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION.

First Home by Joyce (Novi, MI, US)

My daughter recently purchased her first home. The house is absolutely adorable and she and my granddaughter are extremely happy with it. While thinking of something special to get her for Christmas I came across the myDaVinci site through the New York Times gift recommendations. It looked appealing so I decided to send in a picture of my daughter's home and the result was fantastic. The artist did a wonderful job capturing the essence of the home and followed my instructions to leave off certain non-essential parts of the picture that I sent it. I highly recommend this photo to art site, especially if you are looking for a unique gift for someone special.

Colored pencil drawingby Nancy Seleski (Harris, MN, US)

An unbelievable colored pencil drawing of my love, Ruger. It absolutely captures the essence of him. I could not be more satisfied. Will definitely be a repeat customer. I have a similar piece of artwork for my first cocker spaniel, Pepper. This is equally, if not better, as good. Treasures for sure!

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