Pastel portrait from your photo

CUSTOM pastel portrait from your photo

CUSTOM Pastel portrait

Handcrafted on premium toned paper, my pastel portraits infuse warmth and depth into your most cherished memories. By selecting a harmonious color palette that beautifully complements the paper, I create expressive, lifelike artworks in sizes ranging from A4 to A2. Whether you desire a solo portrait or a composition featuring up to four individuals, each piece is thoughtfully crafted to capture the essence of personality and emotion through rich, delicate strokes.

Flexible Options

Number of people:

I can create portraits with up to 5 people, combining multiple photos if needed.

Sizes available:

From A4
(2.10 × 29.7 cm / 8.27 × 11.69 in)
to A2
(42.0 × 59.4 cm / 16.5 × 23.4 in), ensuring flexibility for different display preferences.

Free worldwide shipping

Your artwork will be securely packaged and delivered anywhere at no extra cost.

Why Choose a Custom Pastel Portrait?

Aesthetic Appeal

Pastel portraits feature vibrant and rich colors that can significantly enliven a room and become a focal point of the interior.

Uniqueness of Each Artwork

Every pastel portrait is created with individual characteristics in mind, ensuring you receive a unique piece of art that reflects your story and emotions.

Timeless & Meaningful Gift

A lasting and heartfelt present for your loved ones.

A custom pastel portrait is a thoughtful and emotional gift for many special moments:

Birthdays – A unique and deeply personal present.
Weddings & Anniversaries – A timeless piece for couples.
Mother’s Day & Father’s Day – A heartfelt tribute to parents.
Family & Grandparents’ Portraits – A meaningful keepsake for generations.
Memorial Portraits – Honor and remember loved ones.
Pet Portraits – Celebrate your furry friends with a lifelike drawing.
Valentine’s Day – A romantic and sentimental gift.
Christmas & Holidays – A special surprise for your loved ones.

How to Commission Your Unique Portrait

I want to make the ordering process as smooth and comfortable as possible for you!

Personal Consultation &
Photo Review

After you submit the form below, I will personally review your photo and reach out to you via email to discuss the details and estimated completion time. This way, we can ensure everything is perfect before moving forward.

Securing Your Spot with a Deposit

Once we finalize the details, I will send you an email with a link to make a 50% deposit. This confirms your order and reserves your place in my schedule.

Final Approval
&
Payment

When your portrait is ready, I will send you a photo preview. If you’re happy with the result, you’ll be able to pay the remaining 50% before I carefully package and ship your artwork to you.

No payments required until I've emailed you an invoice!

COMMISSION WORK

No payments required until I've emailed you an invoice!
The dispatch date is guaranteed, but please note that delivery times may vary depending on the postal service in your region.

Booking and Commission Details

Pencil portraits are carefully packed in cardboard envelopes, placed on the table, and ready for shipping. The sturdy packaging ensures the artwork is well-protected during transit.

Reference Photo Guidelines

Quality & Authenticity:

While I’m flexible with photo quality—even lower resolution images can work — I believe that the better the photo, the more beautiful the portrait will be. Most importantly, the person in the reference photo should look as natural and true to life as possible. Since I rely solely on your photo (I haven’t met you in person), it’s essential that your key features are clearly recognizable. Different angles can sometimes alter your appearance, so choose a photo that truly represents you.

Not sure which photo to choose?

Feel free to send me multiple photos. I can help you decide which one works best as a reference. Sometimes, one hidden gem is all it takes to capture the perfect moment!

Portrait Size

This style of portrait is intended for close-up views only; full-length portraits are not suitable.

By providing a high-quality, authentic photo, you ensure that your portrait will reflect your true self with accuracy and warmth. If you have any specific requests or need adjustments, please let me know—I’m here to bring your vision to life!

Good photo example

Bad photo example

On the table, a close-up shows pastel pencils in warm brown tones, neatly arranged for ease of use. Just beyond, blending techniques can be seen, adding texture and depth to the artistic process.

High-Quality Materials

I carefully select professional-grade materials to ensure the best quality, detail, and longevity of your pastel portrait.

• Paper: I use premium toned paper with a weight of 220-300gsm, specifically chosen for its ability to enhance the vibrancy of pastels. The two main colors I offer are a soft peach (beige) and light gray. For the peach paper, I select warmer shades, including sanguine tones, to create a harmonious effect. For the gray paper, I use cooler colors, including black charcoal, to achieve striking contrasts and depth.

• Pencils: My primary tools are high-quality pastel sticks and pencils from renowned brands like Sennelier and Rembrandt. These pastels are known for their vibrant colors and excellent blendability, allowing me to achieve dynamic contrasts and smooth transitions.

• Additional Tools: To create highlights and refine details, I use precision erasers and blending tools. For deeper tones, I may incorporate soft pastels or pastel pencils to enhance the richness of the artwork.

L’artiste Anneli de Anneli Studio dessine un portrait à la table avec des pastels.

The Drawing Process

Composition Approval: If your portrait is based on multiple photos, I first create a rough digital composition in Photoshop. This allows us to visualize the final arrangement, and I will consult with you to confirm the positioning of each person before starting the artwork.

Outline: Once the composition is approved, I begin with a light sketch on premium toned paper, carefully mapping out the proportions and key elements of the portrait. 

Main Details: I then gradually build depth and texture using a selected color palette, bringing the portrait to life with vibrant, expressive details and smooth transitions.

Final Approval & Delivery: After completing the portrait, I will send you a final photo for your review. If any minor adjustments are needed, I will make them before carefully packaging the artwork. Once approved, your pastel portrait will be securely packed and shipped to you.

A4 (21 × 29.7 cm) / (8.3 × 11.7 in)

People :

1

2

Price $ :

$119.00

$173.00

Price :

€110.00

€160.00

People :

1

2

3

4

Price $ :

$162.44

$216.00

$260.00

$303.00

Price :

€150.00

€200.00

€240.00

€280.00

EN The price is updated every six months. The next update will be on September 1st, 2025.
FR Le prix est mis à jour tous les six mois. La prochaine mise à jour aura lieu le 1er septembre 2025.

A6 (10.5 × 14.8 cm) / (4.1 × 5.8 in)

People :

1

2

3

Price $ :

$38.00

$54.00

$70.00

Price :

€35.00

€50.00

€65.00

People :

1

2

3

4

5

Price $ :

$43.00

$65.00

$87.00

$109.00

$131.00

Price :

€40.00

€60.00

€80.00

€100.00

€120.00

People :

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10-13

14-17

18-20

Price $ :

$70.40

$86.60

$97.50

$119.00

$162.00

$184.00

$205.70

$216.00

$238.00

$270.00

$324.80

$379.00

Price :

€65.00

€80.00

€90.00

€110.00

€150.00

€170.00

€190.00

€200.00

€220.00

€250.00

€300.00

€350.00

People :

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10-13

14-17

18-20

Price $ :

$75.80

$92.00

$102.90

$130.00

$173.00

$189.50

$216.00

$222.00

$227.00

$281.00

$335.70

$390.00

Price :

€70.00

€85.00

€95.00

€120.00

€160.00

€175.00

€200.00

€205.00

€210.00

€260.00

€310.00

€360.00

People :

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10-13

14-17

18-20

Price $ :

$97.00

$130.00

$162.00

$195.00

$216.00

$249.00

$270.00

$303.00

$325.00

$368.00

$411.00

$444.00

Price :

€90.00

€120.00

€150.00

€180.00

€200.00

€230.00

€250.00

€280.00

€300.00

€340.00

€380.00

€410.00

EN The price is updated every six months. The next update will be on September 1st, 2025.
FR Le prix est mis à jour tous les six mois. La prochaine mise à jour aura lieu le 1er septembre 2025.