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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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My childrenby Jeremy H. (Eugene, OR, US)

Was hoping to catch the emotion and feeling of my children in this particular moment, One of which may only have meaning to me and my wife as we were there, but I feel did a great job as that anyone sees it would love it. I was really thrilled on how it came out and we do it all over again just the same if I had to. Super pleased!

Excellent painting by Robert Smallman (Merrill, WI, US)

The 11 x 14 painting was an excellent representation of the house, based on the photo I had uploaded. I was surprised at how quickly it was completed — and yet how beautifully it was done. I’m very pleased with the resulting work and can’t wait to surprise my wife on our anniversary.

Dog with color drawingby debra rice (warren, OH, US)

This drawing is done in color of my dog..which she has different shades of blonde..a mini doodle..is done beautiful..they even added per my request..a pink bow above her ear..and painted her nails pink..as the girly girl she is..thanks again for a special memory!! I have gotten many drawings and will continue!

Homeby Laura Rice (New Braunfels, TX, US)

This was better than I expected. Gave this as a thank you gift and I’m sure they will love it! Appreciate the quick turnaround and ease with communication.

Homeby Tim M. (Oak Creek, WI, US)

The artwork is beautiful, and the customer service was great. myDaVinci completed the project with a change request, and still made the short date of completion we requested. Our children loved this house warming gift. Thank you myDaVinci for making it happen!😊

Stunning workby Amy Fountain (Cooperstown, NY, US)

I was looking for a gift for my husband and we had a pencil drawing of when our girls were younger and I wanted to update it. I found mydavinci online, uploaded my picture and received a proof and the final product about a week later. We were all very pleased with the drawing, everyone raved at how good it was, impressed with the detail and likeness with the picture. This is a gift that will last a lifetime and I would definitely use again for future work/gifts.

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.

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!

Walterby Marsha Morgan (Phoenix, AZ, US)

This is our third pup portrait we've ordered at mydavinci.com and have not once been disappointed. Walter is my son's dog and is the leader of our family's pack. He is the smartest dog ever and so sweet with his family . . just doesn't care for strangers!! This portrait was a gift for my son and he hasn't seen it yet, but I know he will love it. I'm over 70 and sometimes have difficulty getting thru the ordering process on websites . . but I managed this order without difficulty. Will order again . . we have 3 pups to go!

Kittensby Vikki Milsted (Mill Creek, WA, US)

the artist captured the kittens perfectly and did an outstanding job! This is the 3rd time I've purchased drawings from myDavinci and I couldn't be happier! Definitely a returning customer...

Beautifully done by Melissa Milar (Lewes, DE, US)

My first time ordering and very pleased with the entire process and final product. I was able to see and make any revisions to the art in process, my changes were perfectly executed. The art arrived well wrapped. It s a colored pencil drawing of my friends home and they are going to be thrilled.

watercolor artby Robert Damico (STAFFORD, VA, US)

I sent a picture for DaVinci to create a watercolor print for me. It came out great. They asked for my approval before sending to me and even made a few adjustments based on my comments. I'm getting ready to order another watercolor from them. Recommend them strongly for anyone seeking an unusual gift.

Sistersby Joesph Kunkle (Baltimore, MD, US)

We felt the customer service was exceptional. We were very happy with our end product. It is important to take into consideration if the picture you are choosing will look like an art piece. Sometimes candids make a better result. It is also important to consider the style whether it be water color, pencil, etc. We were very impressed with this company.

Delighted!by LDon (CT, US)

You know that feeling when you give a gift that is a true surprise and delight? The fabulous feeling of giving something so special that it makes everyone glow? That was the experience of giving this gift (and, it was by far the best Secret Santa gift at the celebration!). I had a color pencil drawing of my daughter's Philadelphia row house created as a gift. She and her husband love everything about it. The entire process was fun and easy. I worked back and forth with the artist on some edits and everything was produced quickly and expertly. At one point I approved the drawing and then noticed something and asked for one more edit, I also changed the matte and framing - the level of seamless accommodation from my.davinci for both of these changes was remarkable. In the age of AI everything to have this hand drawn piece of art is a true delight. 10 out of 10!

Gift for my future wifeby Matt Miller (Cedar Rapids, IA, US)

I wanted to get my future wife something really special. I found your website and purchased a pencil sketch of a picture of myself, my fiance', and our dog IZZY. I was amazed when I previewed it and am so happy with it. I will be giving it to her on our wedding in a week and a half. Thank you for doing such a good job and providing such an awesome service to everybody.

Corgi Memory Photoby Antionett Foster (Hobson, TX, US)

I ordered this drawing for my daughter who recently lost her Corgi Meeko. She loved it! Thank you!

House Portrait by Heather Taylor-Wagnon (Bastrop, TX, US)

The artist captured the beauty of the house and it was done with a picture that wasn’t that great. The fact that they were able to pull out the proper details. I know my Aunt will cherish this as she moves on to the next chapter in her life. I will definitely use my davinci again and likely soon!

Great Mother's Day Gift!!!by Brett (Durham, NC, US)

I had this pencil sketch done for my wife, a first-time mother. I was very pleased with the likeness of the sketch and the careful attention to detail. I gave it to my wife as a gift for her fist Mother's Day. She was ecstatic with it, to say the least. So much so, that I would not be surprised if she got me a similar sketch for Father's Day!

Amazing process and amazing product!by Erin Spohn (Allegan, MI, US)

I have been using MyDavinci for roughly 25 years and have never been disappointed. They are easy to work with, easy to communicate with, and always produce a quality product!!

Really great job!!by Michael Maahs (Moorestown, NJ, US)

I sent a picture that was really not that great and they did a beautiful job making it look even better than the photo. I would highly recommend them. I’m a very satisfied customer. Not to mention the communication was awesome. You don’t see customer service like this these days.

The likeness is amazing!by Yvonne Simoni (Salem, NH, US)

For Christmas, I wanted give my Fiance a personalized and unique gift, so I sent MyDaVinci a photograph of his children for a pencil sketch to be made. I couldn't have been happier with the final result! It looks SO much like them, and captures their spirits and affection for each other perfectly! He was thrilled and couldn't wait to hang it on the wall for everyone to see! People as us where I got it and I send them to MyDaVinci! I can't wait to have you create a sketch of our favorite wedding photo!

Very happy customerby Diana Vogrin (Evansville, IN, US)

This is my 5th purchase from myDaVinci.com and we have been very happy with our sketches. While the process is strictly automated, there is a chat feature if needed and they are very accommodating with my revisions after I preview each draft. I have and will continue to recommend this site.

Outstanding!by Carmen Ramirez (Boerne, TX, US)

I sent four different photos to mydaVinci to put them all together for my final product, which is absolutely gorgeous. They understood everything I needed and wanted this watercolor to show and preserve our childhood memories.

Violet Bank Museum Watercolorby Pamela Wallace (Colonial Heights, VA, US)

Words cannot express how pleased I was with this piece. This was a gift for a parting council member and was presented to him last evening. Our Mayor and the entire City Council was exceptionally pleased with the quality of the piece. I will be using myDaVinci again for my personal items and most likely again, as well, for gifts such as this.

Life long memoriesby Andrew Hawes (Louisville, KY, US)

We are very satisfied with MyDavinci! The quality of the artwork and artistry is fantastic!

Lowryby KIMBERLY HAPPERSETT (Rogers, AR, US)

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

Dogs of Sommerby ann sommer (york, PA, US)

I was so happy with your company. From my initial exploratory contact to the finished product, I had nothing but great interactions. My questions were quickly answered. My suggestions to the sketch were followed exactly. The sketch is exactly what I wanted. It was a gift for my 90 year old father in law and he LOVED it. He hung it up in his family room right away. the rest of my family plans to order reprints, too! Thank you so much for this perfect gift

I Love Itby David Vallee (Islip, NY, US)

Ordering item was easy- the total price was less then I thought it would be- I consider this a unique gift which definitely will surprise anyone-also the order was filled a lot quicker then I would expect. So, all good things. I haven't given this birthday gift yet- I ordered it way in advance since I wasn’t sure how long it would take- I'm sure it will be a hit with my friend.

Perfect portrait!by Michelle Dulevich (Homestead, FL, US)

I have used myDaVinci 4 times now when I need a very special gift. Each and every time the artwork was perfect! The turnaround from when I ordered it to when I received it was fast and always beautiful. Every single time I presented the gifts there is always tears of joy. They always send a proof, and if I want even the smallest thing changed, they do it quickly and to perfection. I highly recommend them and will continue to use them in the future!

Fantastic!by Claudette Ronalter (Jamestown , CA, US)

Absolutely love this! I can’t believe how real it looks. The frame is perfect bringing out the gold in the picture. Everything is perfect. This is for my husband’s 75th birthday. He will be surprised and very happy! Thanks for such a beautiful job with everything - start to finish…a class act!

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