Sketchus Team
At Sketchus, we specialize in transforming multiple photo templates into a unique portrait that perfectly captures that special moment. We capture the feeling that everyone was present in that moment, providing a seamless connection between past and present.
Our Story: Real Portrait Artists Since 2005
Our Story: Real Portrait Artists Since 2005
Sketchus is an artist-led portrait studio founded by Hoa Tran and Tu Ho. Since 2005, we have transformed customer photos into hand-drawn and hand-painted portraits.
Our work is created for real people and real stories: families who live far apart, beloved pets, important celebrations and loved ones who are deeply missed.
Meet the Artists Behind Sketchus
We do not sell AI-generated portraits or automatic filters. Every commission is reviewed and created by an artist with attention to likeness, expression and emotional meaning.
Hoa combines artistic training with thoughtful customer guidance. Her work focuses on expression, warmth and the details that make each person recognizable.
Hoa Tran, Portrait Artist
Tu Ho, Portrait Artist
Tu has spent many years drawing portraits from photographs. He brings a strong eye for proportion, composition and the connection between people in a portrait.
For us, a portrait is more than a decorative picture. It can become a family heirloom, a memorial or the one shared image a family never had the chance to take.Learn More
What Guides Our Work
Family and Memory
Many customers ask us to combine parents, children, grandparents or several generations from separate photos. We plan these compositions carefully so everyone feels naturally connected.
Pets are family too. A hand-drawn pet portrait should preserve not only appearance, but also the character and presence their family remembers.
A Love for Animals
We use artist-selected materials and create every portrait for one customer. No AI generator, no one-click effect and no mass-produced substitute for art.
Send us your photo before ordering. We will honestly recommend the most suitable style, size and composition at no charge.
Real Art, Made by Hand
What Makes a Sketchus Portrait Different
Customers choose Sketchus for real artists, clear communication, the ability to combine photos and international delivery to supported destinations.
Not Sure Whether Your Photo Will Work?
Our international network helps us serve customers in the U.S., UK, Australia, Canada and across Europe while keeping personal artist involvement at the center.
Why Families Choose Sketchus
The goal is simple: create artwork that still feels meaningful years after the gift is opened.
Experience
Yes. Sketchus portraits are created by real artists. The available finish may be an original, a fine art print of artist-created work or a digital scan, depending on the option selected.
Yes. People and pets from separate photos can be brought together in one carefully planned portrait.
A Clear Process
Production time depends on style, complexity and the selected service. Express production can start from about 7 days when available; shipping time is separate.
Personal Guidance
An International Artist-Led Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
