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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.

Pop Art 4 Panels Portrait from PhotoPretty in pinkby Paul Wells (San Tan Valley, AZ, US)

Love the piece. It was made of and for our grand daughter. The company was willing to do a few requested changes during the preview stage and it turned out great.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsPerfect!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!

Hand Painted Ink Rendering Portraits from PhotosHome Ink Printby Michael Hart (Richardson, TX, US)

Awesome job on our home print. Your artist did a great job! The myDaVinci team was easy to work with on communication and delivery. Thank you!

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsUnbelievableby 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!

Oil Painting Giclee Portraits from PhotosGreat solution for enlarging a low res photoby Karen S. (Bedford, TX, US)

We wanted to have a large portrait of my father for his memorial service, but most of the photographs we had were low resolution and couldn't be enlarged to the size we wanted without significant pixelation. This digital painting was a good balance between cost and turn around time. It was a very fast process and I was sent a proof to approve within a day or 2. It was well protected during shipment. The only thing I would do differently in the future is find a frame first and purchase the size to match the frame. Due to the size I ordered, off the shelf frame selection was limited. This was a great service and the smoothness of the transaction was greatly appreciated during a very stressful time.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosDaveby Joseph Erschen (EAST DUBUQUE, IL, US)

i absolutely love the artwork and is very lifelike. Good job

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsAJ and Melissa drawingby Darren Carlton (East Alton, IL, US)

I could not be more happier with the final product. This is my wife and I's late son and my wife's late sister. She loves the photo. She has yet to see the drawing due to being a Christmas present but more other children who have seen it says she will love it. Thank you so much.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsThank you for the beautiful memoryby Jennifer Reel (Raleigh, NC, US)

Your team was able to take a scanned photo that is 16 years old and turn it into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces of art that now proudly displays in our home. Thank you for capturing this priceless memory in a perfect way and for making this process so easy. We are beyond happy with the work!

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosPerfection by Karen McKay (Port Charlotte, FL, US)

The drawing of my son and daughter in laws house is beautiful. The service, follow up and changes for the completion of the project was very professional and customer friendly. I would highly recommend this company. May I also add that my son and daughter in law love it!

Hand Painted Ink Rendering Portraits from PhotosExceptional workby Christopher Dahlberg (Memphis, TN, US)

My son has just purchased a new home and is likely to move in for the holidays. When I saw a write up about this company in a newspaper, I began thinking this would be a great Christmas present. The artwork is wonderful. We have framed it and have it ready for the holidays. I appreciate the good communication throughout the whole process. I highly recommend this company.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits on Wood from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings on Wood from PhotosPerfect gift by Janet B. (Forked River, NJ )

I must say, the artwork was amazing. The attention to detail was exceptional. The only disappointment was the frame. I thought I was getting a dark wooden frame, and instead, it was a painted frame which was a muddy orange. It really did not complement the picture. I was surprised that the person that put it together would have realized that it did not go...SO, I returned the frame and ended up buying one locally with a mat, which really looked great. BUT, the picture itself came out beautiful and I'm sure my husband will love his Christmas gift!!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoGrandchildrenby 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.

Personalized American Gothic Masterpiece from PhotosSteve 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.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsAspenby Beth Durbin (Allison Park, PA, US)

This is the second dog sketch we have purchased through myDavinci The sketches are exceptional. The attention to detail in capturing, not only each dog’s physical characteristic, but their soul is uncanning. Any requests for changes are immediately addressed and done exactly as requested. Each sketch was completed and received as promised and in a most timely fashion. This is an outstanding company from product to customer service. If I could give more than a five-star rating, I would. If you are considering having a sketch made of a beloved pet, you have found the best. Your search ends here.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsQuality of goodsby pauletta holt (winchester, KY, US)

Extremely satisfied with my purchase. Will likely purchase again and recommend to others. Exactly what I wanted.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsGrandparent's houseby Donna Henry (Knoxville, TN, US)

My Grandparent's house hand portrait was timely and well finished per request with adequate communication thru out the process. It is hanging with my Grandparent's portrait

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoMochi Watercolorby Roseanna Mccleary (Glenside, PA, US)

We love our watercolor painting of Mochi. It looks so much like her . We lost her to cancer last month so it is comforting to have this beautiful portrait of her to keep her in our hearts. Thank you!

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsAmazing 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.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosNot what I expected by Kimberly Juarez (Houston, TX, US)

My level of satisfaction is immeasurable. My life has been made I look at this painting and my heart aches a little bit less. Thank you to the truly talented artist for bringing the two people I love the most together.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoBeautiful productby Ellen Teeman (KATONAH, NY, US)

I am very pleased with the way the water color turned out. The process was easy and whenever I had a question I heard back quickly. It would be helpful if they had a phone number to call instead of emails. Also I suggest the if you need to have the product by a certain date you start the process early since it takes a while especially if you need changes. Also it was very well wrapped for shipping.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from Photosjoyce grandchildby Joyce Salvador (SAN ANSELMo, CA, US)

This is my grandson. Everyone in the family loved it, my son has similar picture when he was that same age. Looks just like him.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsBeautiful 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!!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoBeardby Trey McDermid (Amherst, NY, US)

I have used My DaVinci many times to provide gifts for my clients. They do a great job of customizing the pieces for that extra special apprearance. The most recent project they were able to use several photo vantage points to eliminate over grown foliage and showcase more of the house... Great job, my client loved it.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosBuying another one soonby Tim Boyer (Cortland, OH, US)

I was looking for a housewarming gift for a friend who just moved into a 1920s house, so of course I went to Wirecutter, which led me here. How happy am I with it? I’m ordering one for a wedding present next month for another friend, and then another for a Christmas present for yet another friend. Perfect gift.

Oil Painting Giclee Portraits from PhotosAnniversary gift for hubbyby Ellie Brandt (Burr Ridge, IL, US)

This is my husband's favorite photo of us and it was getting a little discolored behind the frame. When I found your website, I knew this would be the perfect gift. I didn't have a digital file or even a negative. I just sent in the photo and within a week, I had this lovely version of my husbands favorite photo. I gave it to him last weekend while celebrating our anniversary in LasVegas and he was truely blown away. "You really hit a home run with this gift....it's perfect", he said through a huge smile. Thank you so much to all the creative people at myDaVinci.com. You made our anniversary even more special.

Pop Art 4 Panels Portrait from PhotoBat Mitzvahby Sandra Munter (Chandler, AZ, US)

I don't like the usual Bat Mitzvah photos, so we chose to go the Warhol route. You made a 13 yr old girl feel like a princess on her very special day!!! You made every correction/adjustment to the picture I asked for. Can't wait to use you again!

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch Artists3 grandbabies by Barbara Bricco (Rapid River, MI, US)

I am just so pleased with my pencil sketch of my 3 grandbabies. It is absolutely beautiful. It's a perfect gift my hard to buy for daughter-in-law. It truly captures their personality.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoAmazing 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)

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoHome portraitby Susan Bezek (Penfield, NY, US)

I received a gift certificate to MyDavinci from friends when they knew I would be selling my home. The home I was selling was the one we raised our family in. I had the opportunity to take pictures of the house during the spring when our weeping cherry tree was in blossom. The watercolor of my home captured it beautifully and will be a keepsake for years to come. One piece of advice for others would be to be mindful in selecting a frame. The frame I chose was wider than I anticipated.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosAmazing Job! by Bryan Tonti (DALLAS, TX, US)

My sister loved your colored pencil sketch / drawing master piece of their new home! I will definitely use y’all again for future gifts to family and friends :)

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