Colored Pencil Portraits From Photos: A Style Guide
Colored pencil portraits · drawn by real artists
Keep the colors that make your photo personal
Eye color, clothing, flowers or a pet’s markings can be part of the memory. Acolored pencil portrait from your photo keeps those details in artwork drawn by hand.
A real Sketchus artist creates the drawing from your reference. Choose the available finish to receive an Art Print or the physical Original.
Since 2005Portrait experience
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Free photo checkBefore ordering
Express availableFor many subjects
Why choose colored pencil?
Pencil gives a quieter black-and-white appearance. Colored pencil adds natural color when it matters to the people, animals or details in your reference.
Natural skin tones Color can help show the eyes, skin tones and familiar expression in a portrait.
Distinctive pet markings Colored pencil can show fur colors, eyes and the small details that distinguish your pet.
A personal gift Choose a reference with colors the recipient recognizes: clothing, flowers, a wedding or a familiar family moment.
Color is part of the memory in your photo.
This style suits children, couples, pets and family subjects when color contributes to the story.
Is your photo suitable for colored pencil?
Clear faces, eyes and important details give the artist useful information. Clothing colors, flowers, weddings and pet markings can be well suited to colored pencil.
Have your reference checked for free if you are unsure whether colored pencil or another style would suit it.
Popular subjects for colored pencil
Children and families Keep the natural colors of a familiar childhood or family moment.
Pets Show the fur colors and eyes of a dog, cat or horse.
Couples and weddings Use a couple or wedding photo for a personal portrait gift.
Colored pencil for pets
Eyes, markings, posture and expression can all be important to a pet portrait.
This style can suit dogs, cats or a respectful memory of a much-loved animal.
How to order your colored pencil portrait
01 Send your photo
Upload your reference, or have it checked for free first.
02 Choose your options
Select the available finish, size and number of people or pets, then add your wishes.
03 A real artist draws
Your artist creates the drawing by hand, considering color, expression and distinctive details.
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Colored pencil portrait questions
What is a colored pencil portrait?
It is a portrait drawing created by a real artist from your photo. Color can show eyes, skin tones, clothing or fur markings that matter to the subject.
Is it really drawn by hand?
Yes. A real Sketchus artist draws the artwork by hand. An Art Print reproduces that work; choose an available Original finish for the physical drawing itself.
Which subjects suit colored pencil?
Children, families, couples and pets can suit colored pencil, particularly when the colors in the reference matter to the memory.
Can I have my photo checked first?
Yes. The check is free and can help you choose colored pencil or another available style for your reference.
Can you combine several photos?
Often, yes. People or pets can be combined when the references support a natural arrangement. Select the correct people or pet count.
Is Express available?
It depends on the subject, style and complexity. Ask us to check your photo and a fixed date before ordering; shipping time is additional.
Choose the colors of your memory
Upload your reference and select your portrait options. If you need help choosing the style, have your photo checked for free first.