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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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Perfect!by Barbara E. (Southeastern PA, US)

Not only did the oil painting capture such a fantastic memory of our little guy, they were able to improve the quality of the photo to get an even better image to work from. This is my fourth purchase from myDavinci and I recommend them to my friends all the time. Looking forward to my fifth purchase.

Gift Certificate by Patricia Gliniecki (Lake Villa, IL, US)

I really like the card stock and that the message was imprinted on it. My only comment would be to include an envelope option even if you charge for it. This was a baby gift. I have had other artwork done by your company in the past and have always been amazed at the superb talent. Artwork can last a lifetime and cherished for many generations to come. Thank you, I appreciate all you do!

Caricature/video gamerby Karyna Busch (Atlanta, GA, US)

Such a great job! My husband really loves it! The artist customized a few things on the picture (a cat instead of a dog, couch color, tv screen made larger), and it looks just like we would want it to be resembling the real things across the room and on the wall. Talented artists, prompt email responses, timely follow up. Thank you very much!

Christmas present by Kelly Plaunt (Dearborn, MI, US)

Not my first purchase with this company!! I didn’t like the first background and asked for a change, the preview was emailed to me the next day. I confirmed the new background and received the picture within a week.

Lowryby KIMBERLY HAPPERSETT (Rogers, AR, US)

Great communication, beautiful piece of art that will mean so much to the recipient

So meaningful by Megan Landavazo (Livermore , CA, US)

Our baby passed away when he was only 1 month old. He was in the hospital all his life, so we didn’t have any pictures of him without all the wires and tubes. The artist did a great job with the image we sent and was able to create this artwork for our family wall at home to keep him close and remember him how he should be.

Warhol Pop Art 4 Panelby Brynne Heustis (Makawao, HI, US)

This is the second one I have ordered. I LOVE it!! This one was for my niece. My first was for my daughter and hangs prominently in my hallway for all to see when they enter my house. I get compliments on it from everyone that ever sees it. It is such a cool looking piece of art and a great way to capture a specific special time in your loved ones life. I will always treasure mine for sure! Thanks again for beautiful craftsmanship at an affordable price! Will be buying more in the future for sure!!

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!

Our Pennyby Sharon Stern (Cincinnati, OH, US)

I am very please with the finished art work of the photo I had submitted. This is going to be a birthday present for my husband, after all this is his little buddy. The artist truly caught the expression of her eyes when she looks at him. Thank you again, this will be one of his best gifts ever!

Love the workby Madhoolica Dear (Westmont, IL, US)

One can buy digital royal portraits from various sites these days but I have found myDavinci's portraits to be aesthetically, technically superior. They are done right. I have asked for edits and they listened. The final images, the paper they are produced are stunning. I have surprised my family and friends with their work. Thanks for brining joy and creating memories..myDavinci Team.

Puppy Joyby Wendy Maag (Elburn, IL, US)

Great job of capturing the personality of my daughter’s two dogs from a photo. This is my third artwork from mydavinci.Com and I am very pleased with the results. I highly recommend this company for their professional art creations and great customer service.

Sketch from picture by Paula Mezzetta (Pleasanton, CA, US)

The sketch I asked for was perfect! I would recommend my Da Vinci for anyone who is looking for a way to display a picture that is not an actual photograph.

Mother and Daughterby Richard Darlington (Calgary, AB, CA)

I was looking for a unique Christmas gift for my mother. I recalled watching the sketch artists in Rome's Piazza Navonna last summer and searched the Web for a local artist. I found nothing in my area but I discovered your website and sent two of my favourite photos of my wife and daughter. The finished portrait was exceptional and my mother loved her gift. Well done. I'm searching for other photos that may be suited to a protrait rendering.

Perfect Giftby SAVANNAH SREBERNAK (GROSSE POINTE, MI, US)

I gave this drawing as a closing gift for my client for his childhood home. He said it will be up in his house for the rest of his life. Loved!

Beautiful Work!!!by Molly Bath (Bethel, VT, US)

This was our 5th portrait from your company and we're always pleased with the results. With this one we were VERY specific, nitpicking details because we wanted it to look just right. We were so happy when it arrived, it looks just like him! And his grandmother LOVED her gift! <3. Thank you so much!!

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!

Meaningful Memoryby Angela Baughman (Carbondale, IL, US)

My artist beautifully captured our beloved pet in a way that helps me cherish his memory.

Perfect renderingby James M. (LAS VEGAS, NV, US)

The pencil artist captured our Scout perfectly from the photo given. It is a joyful reminder of when he was puppy and gives us solace in his absence. The mydaVinci people are great. Attentive and prompt customer service and goods was delivered as promised. Highly recommend!

Great results! by Ryan Sipherd (Orem, UT, US)

We surprised a friend of ours with this fabulous portrait. The tricky part was getting a photo without her suspecting, but it worked! She was truly surprised and she loved it. Well worth the effort and price. The result was very convincing. I would purchase again.

Family photoby Dave McLelland (Walnut Creek, CA, US)

This beat my expectations

Hand drawn pet photoby Kristine Brass (Pennington, NJ, US)

This is my second purchase from myDavinci. Both experiences were great. The ordering process is simple, myDavinci is responsive, they provide a preview of the work before it is finalized so you can request edits. Both of the items I purchased were gifts and the recipients love them.

Perfection by Patricia Cumper (Avoca, IA, US)

I am in love! The artists did an amazing job. I am beyond pleased.

Stellar!by Felice M. (glen cove, NY, US)

This is my 1st time working with myDaVinci and suffice it to say, it won't be the last. I'm big on customer service and they were "on it". Especially since my order was a rush during the time when most were social distancing and working from home. The photo I submitted was a little on the fuzzy side which made it difficult for the Artist but WOW! What a beautiful job! I received the portrait on time - as promised. I honestly recommend myDaVinci for the art and the service.

Great work - gift recipient loved it!by Andrew C (Allston, MA, US)

Commissioned a watercolor piece of a friend's childhood home her family had just sold and she loved it! Great recreation of the reference photo without looking like it just had a filter applied to it.

One of a kind giftby Joe Steel (NJ, US)

extremely impressed with the whole experience. We wanted a different gift for my brother's 50th birthday so I found an old photo of him working on one of his first cars. Da Vinci turned it into a unique personal gift. Thank you so much

Annieby Kevin Tipton (Kennedale, TX, US)

This was a surprise gift to me from my wife of our furbaby Annie. Loved it!! One of the best thing she has given me in our 40 years of being together.

Christmas giftby Gina Gonzalez (PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL, US)

I LOVED IT! We all LOVED it! The artist did an amazing job! I was left speechless and my mother in law was left sobbing. The gift was for her of her late husband and she was in awe of this portrait. I got it in size 16x20 with no frame and just purchased a frame of my own. It was the perfect size for over her fireplace. It was beautiful! I will purchase from you again!!! Thank you again.

Extremely pleasefby Nathan Ojala (Kirkland, WA, US)

The main thing for me was the artist caught the essence of the photo I sent in. Shading was incredible. I would use them again in a heartbeat and plan to tell my friends and family.

Love it!by Carol Stamper (frankfort, KY, US)

This has been my “go go” wedding gift for the past 10 years! Superb quality and always well received!

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!

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