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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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Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoGreat Artworkby Diane Patchoros (Murrells Inlet, SC, US)

This was a gift. The recipients of this artwork absolutely loved it. The black frame complemented the decor in their house. They are very happy with it and so am I. There should be improvement to the website. It was not very clear on how to choose a style. It should have samples of various fonts and sayings so that it would be easier to choose. Thank you very much for a beautiful piece of art.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsA Special Giftby BRADLEY BRILL (Carmel, IN, US)

We gifted a black & white rendering of their new house to our son and his family. At a time when giving is often reduced to using links from emails after requesting a wish list from our loved ones, it was very satisfying to conjure up this unexpected gift. Wherever this young family resides in the years to come, this artwork will trigger memories of a very special time for them in their first house and all that that entails.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsFabulous workmanship!by Gail Labuda (Saugus, MA, US)

I had this sketch made for my daughter and husband and family who are moving to new home. I thought this sketch would make a perfect "housewarming" gift for them to remind them of their "first" home. I am thrilled with the results. I will give the gift in a month, and I can't wait for the happy reaction. My daughter and husband will love this picture!! Job well done. Thank you so much!!!!!

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosJanuary 6, 2026by Dana D. (Kansas City, MO, US)

We're so happy with the results! The artist did a wonderful job capturing our home and creating the keepsake we wanted following our move after 35 years. The pricing and timing are very reasonaable and, above all, the finished product is beautiful! Thank you!

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 :)

Hand Painted Oil Painting Portraits from Photos | Photo to Oil PaintingAmazing Detail and Wonderful Giftby Daughter (Charlestown, MA, US)

I ordered this for my mother who recently sold her family's home of 60 years. I chose a picture that I knew that she loved, because it had my grandmother in the front drinking her coffee. I requested that the person in the front and the little white horse on the lawn be included in the painting and was told that, because they were so small that the artist would only be able to include them as an outline. That was not a problem for me. The finished product was absolutely amazing. Not only was my grandmother and the white horse included, but the artist also included a bird feeder that was on the lawn that I hadn't even seen in the picture. My mother was so happy with the painting that we have ordered additional prints to give to other family members. I absolutely would recommend myDaVinci to others.

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 Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsAlways a great experidnceby Liz (Columbus , OH, US)

I’ve done a few of these…all pencil sketch of house. My kids moved to new houses this year…they will love these gifts. Very good communication to fix anything I don’t like. Framing isn’t great, but fair price and I was worried I wouldn’t be able to get them framed by Christmas .

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoWatercolor Portrait of Houseby Linda Julian (Rehoboth, MA, US)

The artist that created my watercolor created an outstanding product! I greatly appreciated the opportunity to review the work . I asked for a few changes and they made them very quickly. I gave this as a gift and the recipient was stunned and amazed at the detail and accuracy. I loved seeing the recipient's facial expression of amazement when he saw this for the first time. This was truly a very special gift.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoMet All Expectationsby Andrew Darlington (Denver, CO, US)

I was very pleased with every step of the process. Ordering was efficient, reviewing the initial proof was prompt, delivery was quick and most importantly, my client loved the finished product. It was the first piece of art they hung in their new home. Will certainly order again.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsGreat keepsakeby Rita Keeling (Fishers, IN, US)

I LOVE the pencil sketch of my home. I had made a lot of modifications through the various emails that were sent to me. MyDavinci wanted to make sure the sketch was exactly what I wanted. They removed some of the larger trees that were obstructing the view of the house, which I had requested. It turned out just perfect.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoPerfect Giftby Lauren S (Ridley Park, PA, US)

This is such a unique gift idea; I got this for my friend and he loved it so much. I love how there are so many options on the type of medium used (watercolor, colored pencil, etc) and that you get a video of the artist doing it. Now I'm considering getting one for myself!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoFamily homeby Conni Miller (Waverly, IA, US)

Love the result! Process was easy and my painting got here quickly. I gave this to my mother as she recently moved from our family home to independent living. She said this is the best gift she has ever received.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosPerfect 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!

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 Vintage Davinci Sketch from PhotosSuperb artwork and service. by Irving Apar (Floral Park, NY, US)

When we heard Oprah’s strong endorsement, we suspected we would get a good product. Well we were right. The artwork based on our niece and nephew’s new home was incredible. It captured a precious family moment and the whole family loves it. We were very fussy and asked for a few changes, which were done very well and without complaint. The service was as top notch as the product. We would do this again!

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosWonderful keepsake by Staci Smallwood (Waycross, GA, US)

My mother passed away a year ago. My dad tried to live by himself, but couldn’t. We had to sell his house that he and my mom had lived in for over 60 years. I knew he was homesick, so I ordered this drawing for him for Christmas. He loved it! They did an awesome job and the commutation was excellent throughout the entire process.

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 Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoExcellent serviceby Elizabeth Gallagher (Brooklyn , NY, US)

I can’t say enough about my experience with mydavinci... I wanted to have a painting done of my parents' old summer bungalow which has since been knocked down. I found 2 old photos which they were able to successfully merge into one. They gave me 2 or 3 opportunities to modify what they had completed. The photos were only of the front door with their dog sitting in front so I was a little concerned about how good it would come out. Wondered if it was enough to make a successful painting. Well, they did an amazing job!! The details they were able to include from old fuzzy pictures is astounding! My moms' eyes welled up with tears when she saw it! We can’t stop looking at it! I highly recommend!!!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoVery Pleasedby Christine Worny (Oak Park, IL, US)

For my four daughters and sons-in-law, I ordered each couple a watercolor painting of their home. I am very pleased with the artwork and the ability I was given to rework some of the details if desired. Although I was concerned that the paintings wouldn't make it to us in time for Christmas, every one of them was received by Christmas Eve at the latest. My only criticism is the poor quality of the frames and the use of plastic instead of glass over the pictures. The frames themselves looked fine when they arrived, but one of them was chipped and damaged in shipping and was obviously made of pressed (not solid) wood. When I contacted the company with photos and a description of the damage, they offered me the option of a new frame or a reimbursement for the damaged frame. So I am quite satisfied with DaVinci's customer service, even though it took a while for the back and forth communications to play out during what must be such a busy time of the year for them. They proved to be quite trustworthy and concerned with customer satisfaction.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoFirst Time Customer and Highly Satisfiedby Andrew D. (Denver, CO, US)

I was recommended to myDaVinci from colleagues as a housewarming / thank you gift to sellers. My sellers loved the gift to have as a keepsake and remind them of where they started their family. The product was delivered timely and was very well done.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoBeyond expectations!by Mary Hough (Vienna, VA, US)

I am thrilled with the beauty and quality of the watercolor painting of our home. The level of detail, blending of colors and exquisite framing will make this the perfect Christmas gift for our family this year. Thanks also to the artist who made the photo come to life. They quickly made the one adjustment I requested too. I wouldn’t hesitate to use your company again. Thank you!

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsBeautiful gift for new homeowners.by Elizabeth Phillips (Houston, TX, US)

We purchase framed drawings for our new homeowners, and they have all been very well received. We are happy with the process and products received through myDaVinci.com.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from Photosgreat artby Kate Musica (Washington, DC, US)

Our house will turn 100 years old when we've lived in it 10 years, and I wanted to commemorate it with artwork. I sent 3 photos from a few angles and it turned out great! I approved the proof, but my kids noticed after we received it that the porch swing, chairs, wind chime, and wreath were missing. I assume that was intentional by the artist and I didn't notice when I approved it. We love it though! I particularly enjoyed the short video of the artistry process.

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsBiljan HQby Virgilio Bonifazi (Mount Prospect, IL, US)

had a couple of issues at the beginning with billing that got resolved but for that the experience was a great success. The print was delivered on time for a birthday gift and the recipient is overjoyed with the level of detail. Nice work to all at myDivinci.

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

Hand Drawn Vintage Davinci Sketch from PhotosMy Davinci homeby Kim LoBiondo (Wayne, NJ, US)

I always get nervous ordering things from the internet however I was extremely pleased with this transaction. I was able to reach them by phone and ask my questions. They were very helpful and stayed in touch throughout the process. The finished product was beautiful and I would recommend them to everyone.

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 PhotoExceeded Expectationsby Lorraine W. (Cortlandt Manor, NY, US)

I was very hesitant about doing this, because I didn't want it to look amateurish or like a paint-by-numbers job. But I have to say I was really pleased with this, and I know the person I am giving this to will love it! I was also extremely worried about shipping a large glass frame, but it was wrapped securely and arrived in perfect condition. It is important for people to keep in mind that a watercolor is not an acrylic or an oil painting, so the colors are more subtle and delicate. I would absolutely order from myDaVinci again.

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

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosBeautiful artby Jennifer S (Marietta, GA, US)

We submitted a picture of my in-laws home, and the painting was beautiful! We gave it to them as a Christmas gift, and the entire family was impressed by the artwork. We would definitely order again.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoPerfect!by Nancy (Temple, TX, US)

This watercolor is our four generation family cabin in Colorado. It was a gift for the member who has been responsible for upkeep and maintenance. I shared the image with the remaining family members. They all want prints! It’s lovely and reminds us of the memories made there!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoAppreciate the option to reviseby Dana Nothnagel (West Sacramento, CA, US)

The artist sends a cool video and photo of a draft of the final piece which you have the option to make revisions on. I really appreciated that option because the artist was able to get all the meaningful details just right. Turnaround was quick after the first draft. I made revisions twice and heard back within a couple of days. To me, this made it well worth the price. Digital copy was nice as well.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoFantastic Company!by Dorothy Hurley (Staten Island, NY, US)

I stumbled upon myDaVinci when I was looking for something a bit different to give to dear friends who were celebrating a milestone anniversary. And I’m so glad I did. From beginning to end, the process was absolutely seamless. I made so many changes and each time, a representative from the company would answer whatever request I had (and there were many) almost immediately. And they were so patient and accommodating too. Nothing was ever a problem. I am so beyond thrilled with the finished product. It is so professional and exactly what I hoped it would be. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this phenomenal company. They are a true find. A real gem! PS - the recipients absolutely flipped over it! They thought it was an amazing!

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosMy Clients Were So Pleased!by Marianne Thelin (Portland, OR , US)

Big Shout Out to MyDaVinci! Another realtor gave me the idea to provide a sketch of a well loved home to the owners that were moving out of state! MyDaVinci exceeded my expectations! The art was beautiful and my clients are so happy to have their well loved home memorialized! I will call on MyDaVinci again!

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoHouse Watercolor Paintingby LISA TOMASELLA (Little Falls, NJ, US)

I absolute love MyDavinci's water color paintings. I am a realtor and these make for a perfect "sentimental" closing gifts for my clients.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoHomeby 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!😊

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoPerfect housewarming giftby Meg Britton (Stafford, VA, US)

Love how this watercolor painting turned out. I had two requests for changes and fully expected to pay for the second, but no! It was all included in my original price. My recipients are thrilled. Highly recommend using my da Vinci.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoFantastic Giftby Marietta Korinko (Powell, OH, US)

I ordered this watercolor of my son and daughter-in-law's new home as a birthday gift for my daughter-in-law. The painting was an exact match to the photo I had sent to myDaVinci, but the water color softened the image, and somehow made the house seem like a home. I have not given this beautiful painting to my daughter-in-law yet, but I am excited to do so--I know she is going to love it.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosBeautifully 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.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoFamily Homeby Julie Mayhew (Mapleville, RI, US)

We had this watercolor made for our mom when she moved out of the house she’d lived in for more than 45 years - it’s a beautiful rendition of our family home and we are thrilled to be able to give it to her as a gift! Thank you!

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsGreat Closing Giftby Allen McFeaters (Austin, TX, US)

I contracted My DaVinci to do a custom drawing of a home for one of my real estate clients as a closing gift. This client sold his home after building it with his wife over 50 years ago. He raised his children and grandchildren in the home and it was very special to them all. It was nice to give him this gift so he and his family can always have the home with them.

Hand Painted Ink Rendering Portraits from PhotosFabulous House Warming Giftby Adam Joiner (Nashville, TN, US)

I was referred to this site by a friend and could not be more happy with the results. The process is so easy and the finished product is priceless. I look forward to using this service as much as possible in the future to continue to share this fabulous product.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoA very happy boss!by Rhonda Bright (Tukwila, WA, US)

I requisitioned this watercolor of my boss' vacation home for her birthday in October. To say she was happy is an understatement. The artist really captured the best qualities of this place that she holds very dear. As she said "It's my happy place." The framing was done also done very well. She has decided to mount the piece in her office so that she can look at it every day. Major win for this assistant! :-)

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoJust what we wanted by Patricia Nissen (Lake Forest, IL, US)

Beautifully done and nicely framed. My daughter will be pleased and we plan to order a painting of the house we just moved from after 41 years.

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

Hand Drawn Pencil Portraits from Photos | Pencil Portrait Drawing | Pencil Sketch ArtistsPerfect - 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.

Hand Drawn Colored Pencil Portraits from Photos | Colored Pencil Drawings from PhotosExceeded My Expectations by David Chapman (Dublin, OH, US)

I've ordered these photos from other sites in the past, but this artist blew me away. None were as good as this one. The quality and attention to detail was amazing and made for a great gift I was proud to giveaway. The process from order to delivery was also very easy. Highly recommend trying my DaVinci!

Hand Painted Ink Rendering Portraits from PhotosAmazingby Teresa Johnstonbaugh (Chandler, AZ, US)

This is a gift for a new homeowner. The recipient really appreciated it and thought it was wonderful. I loved it as well.

Hand-Painted Watercolor Portraits from Photos | Custom Watercolor Painting from PhotoPerfect Giftby Ashley Zammit (Katy, TX, US)

I got this as a gift for my in-laws and they absolutely loved it! This was the house we stayed in while visiting New Orleans and it was a thank you gift for them. It will be something they can keep for ever to always remember our amazing trip!

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