Hand-Drawn Portraits and Custom Art Commissions
I don't paint for perfection. I paint to capture the real emotions and stories behind your photos, whether it's a cherished memory or a new beginning.
This portrait holds a special place in my heart. A client wanted to see his grandfather with his beloved dog who had passed away, but they had no photos together. I carefully merged two separate images to create this oil painting, a lasting tribute to their unforgettable bond.
A client from Canada had a low-resolution, horizontal photo of his parents and wanted a large vertical oil painting. This is a common challenge, but I love finding a way. Here you can see how I transformed the small picture into a detailed, large-scale handmade portrait.
If you love the dreamy, magical look of anime, I can turn your photo into a Ghibli-style portrait. These are perfect for a unique social media avatar or a special gift. For this style, I can often deliver the final digital artwork on the same day.
For me, the best part of being an artist is seeing a client's reaction. This was a last-minute request for a custom doodle art piece for a friend's birthday. Capturing that moment of surprise and happiness is what makes it all worthwhile.
A client asked if I could create a family portrait of his grandparents and two grandsons who had never been photographed together. It was a challenge to compose the scene from four separate images, but the final A2-sized charcoal sketch brought them all together in one frame.
For 15 years, I tried to make perfect art. But art isn't about perfection, it's about truth. It's about putting the storm inside you onto the canvas. Now, I don't draw what's perfect. I draw what's real. I draw my 'sach'.
Some artists have one signature style. I adapt my style to fit what my client needs. Whether you want a classic oil painting, a vibrant watercolor piece, a detailed pen sketch, or a modern digital portrait, I can create it for you.
About Featured
Many clients bring me old, blurry photos or a wish to merge family members who were never in the same room. I don't rely on auto-filters to fix these. I manually redraw the missing details—hair, clothing, expressions—to ensure the final piece feels cohesive and real, not artificial. It is a slow process, but it is the only way to get a result that feels like a true memory.
I spent 15 years chasing perfection before I realized art is about the 'sach'—the truth. When you commission a piece, you aren't just paying for a portrait; you are paying for the hours I spend on the iPad or canvas to translate a feeling into a drawing.
My Approach to Your Vision
I work directly on the iPad using Procreate for digital pieces, or traditional mediums for physical ones. If you have a damaged photo, I apply light and shadow corrections manually. If you have a portrait in a horizontal format but need a vertical canvas, I don't just crop the image. I extend the background and reconstruct the composition to make it look like it was meant to be that way.
Mediums and Styles
- Digital Oil Paintings: I use specialized brush textures to mimic traditional oil paint on canvas, suitable for large prints.
- Charcoal & Sketches: These are best for capturing raw emotion and are great for family gifts.
- Ghibli & Anime Style: If you want something dreamy and fun, I can do these in a very short turnaround time.
Whether it’s a whimsical anime style or a somber charcoal sketch, I adapt my technique to your vibe. We can discuss the medium that fits your budget and intent. I'm always open to a challenge, so if you have an idea that feels impossible, let's talk about it.
Let's find your style.
Tell me what you're looking for and I'll help you get started.
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