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Custom Portrait From Photo, Hand-Drawn by a Real Artist

Regular price $60.00 USD
Sale price $60.00 USD Regular price $143.00 USD
Regular price $60.00 USD
Sale price $60.00 USD Regular price $143.00 USD
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Original or art print - which option is right for you?

Art Print: The hand-drawn original is scanned and printed on high-quality, glare-free fine art poster paper. This option looks very close to the original, is faster and more budget-friendly - ideal if you want a beautiful portrait at an accessible price.

Would you like to receive the actual original artwork?

The Original Premium Drawing gives you the one-of-a-kind artwork itself, with the highest level of detail, contrast and shading.

With 20 years of experience, we focus on quality. For higher-value portraits, a preview may be included; for smaller orders, preview service can often be added after the cart for a small extra fee.

Taxes are calculated according to the customer's country at checkout.

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Custom Portrait From Your Photo

Upload your photo or send it to us first on WhatsApp. A real Sketchus artist reviews your reference, helps with style and size when needed, and creates your portrait by hand. Express production in 5–7 days is possible.

Customer photo used as reference for a custom pencil portrait Hand-drawn pencil portrait created from the customer photo

Your photo, turned into artwork by a real artist

Hand-Drawn by Real Artists Since 2005

Your portrait is created from your own photo by an experienced artist. We focus on likeness, expression and the small details that make a person or pet recognizable. You can choose the finish, size and number of subjects directly on the product page.

Custom portrait created by a real Sketchus artist

More Than a Copy of a Photo

A portrait should still feel like the person in your photo. Our artists study facial features, expression, proportions and important details instead of applying an automatic effect.

Detailed hand-drawn portrait based on a customer photo
Created with professional drawing materials on quality art paper

Production Time

Standard production usually takes about 2–4 weeks. Express production in 5–7 days is possible. Shipping time is additional and depends on the destination.

Finished custom portrait from photo by Sketchus

Fine Art Print or Original Artwork

Both options begin with real artist-created artwork. For a Fine Art Print, the artist completes the artwork by hand, the finished work is professionally digitized in high resolution, and a premium Fine Art Print is produced from it. You receive the print, not the physical original sheet.

With Original Artwork, you receive the physical one-of-a-kind drawing or painting created for your order. Choose the finish that best fits your budget and how you want to keep or give the portrait.

Fine Art Print

Original Artwork

Artwork created by a real artist

YesYes

Professionally produced on art paper

Fine Art PrintOriginal on art paper

Physical original artwork included

NoYes

For Family, Pets and Meaningful Memories

This product is a flexible starting point for portraits of one person, couples, families and pets. If you already know you need a family, pet or memorial portrait, you can also choose the dedicated option that matches your request.

Personal custom portrait displayed as a finished artwork

A personal gift made from the photo that matters to you

Choose your size, number of people or pets and available finish. If you are unsure which photo will work best, use our free photo check before ordering.

Custom family portrait created from customer photos

Combine People or Pets From Separate Photos

You do not always need one perfect group photo. We can often combine people or pets from separate references into one natural composition. This is especially useful for families, long-distance relatives and meaningful memorial portraits.

Memorial portrait created from separate family photos

Separate photos can often be brought together in one portrait

Older or Imperfect Photos

Older, small, faded or slightly blurred photos may still be usable. Send every reference you have and we will tell you honestly which image gives the artist the best information.

Hand-drawn family memorial portrait from older photo references

Before You Order

  • Photo: Choose the clearest reference you have.
  • Subjects: Select the total number of people and pets.
  • Finish: Choose Fine Art Print or Original Artwork where available.
  • Multiple photos: Upload or send the references you want us to combine.

Not sure about your photo, style or deadline? Send your photo for a free review. U.S. delivery is available, and the current shipping options are shown at checkout.

Materials

Original: Each artwork is created by hand with attention to detail - whether in pencil, charcoal, colored pencil, watercolor or oil/acrylic on canvas. You receive a one-of-a-kind drawing with strong likeness, fine shading and a personal artistic touch.

Art Print: After the hand-drawn original is completed, it is scanned and printed on high-quality, glare-free fine art poster paper. This option is faster and more affordable, while still keeping the look of a handmade portrait.

Frame with mat: You can add a frame as an extra after adding the portrait to your cart. We take care of careful framing and packaging for you.

Size and Number of People or Pets

Sizes are based on standard DIN formats.

A4: 20 x 30 cm / approx. 8 x 12 in (recommended for up to 6 people or pets)

A3: 30 x 40 cm / approx. 12 x 16 in

A2: 42 x 60 cm / approx. 16.5 x 23.5 in

A1, A0, A5: Please contact us first on WhatsApp.

More than 10 people: contact us via WhatsApp - we will help you choose the best option and may be able to offer a custom price.

Shipping

Tracked delivery, carefully packed for international orders.

  • Tracking included when available: Your portrait is packed safely and shipped to your address after final approval.
  • Shipping time is separate from production time and depends on the destination country and delivery method at checkout.

Express production

Need your artwork faster? When available, express production can start from about 7 days for an additional fee - useful for last-minute gifts.

Sketchus ships personal portraits to customers in Europe, the United States, Canada and many other countries worldwide.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5 / 5 from 14880 reviews.

Customer photo review of Portrait zeichnen lassen vom Foto - 100% handgezeichnet von echten Künstlern

Ihr zeichnet soo gut hab schon das 3te mal bei euch bestellt und es is perfekt da meine eltern und schwiegereltern ein kind verloren haben und die kein bild mit alle kinder hatten habt ihr es geschafft ein familjen bild mit allen kindern perfekt zu zeichnen und es ist sooo perfekt geworden ihr habt es echt drauf muss ich echt sagen meine eltern haben geweint vor freude und meine schwieger eltern werden sich auch bestimmt mega freuen die bekommen erst das geschenk ich bedanke mich sehr mega arbeit 🥰

Portrait zeichnen lassen vom Foto - 100% handgezeichnet von echten Künstlern

Customer photo review of Portrait zeichnen lassen vom Foto - 100% handgezeichnet von echten Künstlern

Einfacher Bestellvorgang. Schneller EMail Kontakt um konkrete Wünsche zu berücksichtigen. Schnelle Lieferung im stabilen Umkarton. Lieferung im angegebenen Zeitraum. Was voll begeistert und eine weitere Bestellung aufgegeben. War ein Geschenk 🎁 und kam hervorragend gut an. 100% Weiterempfohlung

Portrait zeichnen lassen vom Foto - 100% handgezeichnet von echten Künstlern

Customer photo review of Portrait Zeichnen Lassen vom Foto - Zeichnung in Bleistift oder Farbe nach Vorlage

Ich finde die Zeichnung wirklich mega gut gelungen! Man sieht sofort, wie viel Mühe und Talent du da reingesteckt hast. Die Proportionen wirken sehr stimmig und auch die Details sind richtig sauber ausgearbeitet. Besonders gefällt mir, wie lebendig die Figur wirkt – das hat echt etwas Dynamisches. Insgesamt ist das eine richtig starke Arbeit, auf die du stolz sein kannst!

Portrait Zeichnen Lassen vom Foto - Zeichnung in Bleistift oder Farbe nach Vorlage

FAQs

How do I contact Sketchus if I have any questions?

You can contact us by WhatsApp or email.

  1. WhatsApp: 017646754444
  2. Email: support@sketchus.de

We try to answer as quickly as possible, often within 5-10 minutes. If you are unsure about your photo, style, size or timing, send us a message before ordering.

Fine Art Print or Original Portrait Drawing? Which Option Is Right for me?

If you want the highest detail, strongest contrast and the actual one-of-a-kind artwork, choose the Original Premium drawing.

If you want a faster and more budget-friendly option, Art Print is usually the best choice. It is based on a real hand-drawn original and printed on high-quality fine art paper.

How do I order a family portrait with more than 12 people?

Order the portrait as usual and add additional people here: Add extra people/animals .

Contact us responsive via WhatsApp – we are happy to help you and often offer special discounts for large family portraits!

What If My Photos Are Blurry or Low-Quality?

No worries! Our Sketchus team has over 15 years of experience in art and specializes in transforming blurry or old photos into stunning works of art.

Contact us on WhatsApp, and let us help you create a unique portrait from your photos.

How Much Does a Custom Portrait Cost?

Prices depend on style, size and the number of people or pets in the portrait. Pencil portraits in A4 start from 49.99€.

If you are not sure which option fits your photo and budget, send us your photo first and we will help you choose.

How Can I Order a Portrait from Sketchus?

Ordering a portrait from us is simple:

  1. Upload Your Photo: Start by uploading the photo you’d like us to use as the basis for your portrait.
  2. Payment: Complete your payment conveniently online.
  3. Preview: Once we’ve received your photo and payment, we’ll create a preview of your portrait. You’ll have the opportunity to request adjustments to ensure it perfectly matches your expectations.
  4. Secure Shipping: After you approve the preview, the finished portrait will be securely packaged and insured for delivery. You can count on safe and timely shipping.

Who paints pictures from photos?

Who are the artists behind the portrait drawings at Sketchus?

Sketchus is a team of talented artists with 20 years of experience and more than 20,000 portrait drawings in their portfolio. They transform your reference photos into impressive portraits.

How much does it cost if I want to combine several photos or have a portrait created from old images?

Our specialty includes creating portraits from several templates provided. For example, we can compose a family photo from individual images. Even yellowed photos give us insights into past details that we can use to create a new work of art for you. We offer these services at no additional cost.

What payment methods are available for online orders?

With us you can pay safely and conveniently online. We cooperate with the leading online payment services such as Paypal, Klarna, Klarna installment payment, Mastercard or Visa. Of course, we also accept advance payment and bank transfers. We also offer options such as Google Pay and Apple Pay.

Please note that secure and quick payment is possible in the shop due to the interface to the payment providers. However, with certain payment methods such as bank transfer, receipt of payment may not be reported until a few days later.

Is it possible to pay in installments or make a partial payment in advance?

We offer the option of paying in installments through our partner Klarna. Please note that a possible credit check is carried out by the payment provider, over which we unfortunately have no influence.

Unfortunately, we cannot currently offer partial payments.

Can I order a drawing of people and animals?

Yes. We can combine people and animals in one custom portrait.

If you are looking for a personal gift, we can turn your ideas and reference photos into a unique drawing.

Sketchus creates horse portraits, dog portraits, cat portraits and other pet portraits from your photos.

I'm unsure which reference photos to choose. What do you recommend?

For the best result, send us the clearest and most recent photos you have. Ideally:

  • close-up photos
  • natural daylight without flash
  • sharp images, not heavily blurred
  • a complete view of the face, including hair and ears when possible

If you are unsure, contact us on WhatsApp. We can check your photos and recommend the best option before you order.

Will I receive a preliminary draft of my drawing?

After the online order, we discuss the reference photos together and make the decisions. Before the actual drawing process, we take enough time to plan the proportions, size, height, composition and contrast. You will receive an automatic preliminary draft in the following cases:

  • If the portrait costs more than $250
  • If the portrait should depict more than 3 people
  • For particularly complex orders where we cannot make a clear decision and would like to include your opinion
  • If you indicated in the comments section when ordering that you would like a preliminary draft.

Please note:

  • A preliminary draft is a quick collage and template to get a feel for the drawing. The production time increases by one day due to the additional effort.
  • A preview: Under certain circumstances, such as with higher-priced portraits, we will also send a preview. You will hear from us when your drawing is basically finished and the preview is final. Here you have the opportunity to give feedback and adjust details.

I urgently need a family portrait drawing, what can I do?

If time is short, we have the following suggestion for you:
Order an art print with express production time (5 days).

This contains:

  • We draw your portrait on high-quality art paper.
  • Once completed, it will be scanned and emailed to you in high resolution.
  • You can print it out directly and use it as a gift in time.
  • You will receive the premium art print a few days later and can simply exchange it for the printed drawing.