Custom Charcoal Portraits Painted from Your Photos
Let PaintYourLife turn your photos into beautiful charcoal drawings. All our charcoal portraits are 100% handmade by professional artists. Charcoal Portraits
My painting is gorgeous. This company runs specials often, so your artwork can be affordable AND high quality.
Anthony Mougianis
2 days ago
Excellent artists great service and customer support
Ivan Socher
3 days ago
Beautiful oil painting is a fitting memory of a beloved pet.
Sue Green
3 days ago
The staff was helpful & prompt when answering my questions. The finished product was beautiful.
Lynn Gibson
4 days ago
The painting done for me is absolutely stunning and I love it so much! Everyone that I have shown it to thought it was a photograph and were completely amazed that it was an oil painting. A big thank you to Katie the artist and the website Paint your life.
Clifford Hornsby
4 days ago
Thoroughly happy with painting and process. Thank you
jennifer wreford
6 days ago
This Company is totally reliable, and you do get exactly what you pay for. Their work is excellent and we are so very pleased with our painting - it was as good as we hoped it would be. We were glad that we chose a frame at the time as it meant we could hang our lovely painting as soon as it arrived. Our painting was well protected by the packaging and arrived quickly. No problem with this Company and we would use them again.
Dave Tharby
6 days ago
I found Paint your life brilliant, easy to order great quality. I had to change the address of where I wanted the painting delivered, no problem. Any queries I had were answered immediately.
Wouldn’t think twice about ordering again or recommending to friends
Helen Stilley
Apr 13
Super service arrived before they said!
Kash Shamim
Apr 13
My sister's beautiful and wonderful dog died a couple of weeks before her birthday, I decided to get her an oil painting of the dog made as a gift. Customer service was extremely responsive and helpful each step of the way. Every contact with the company was a pleasure. And then they sent me a picture of the painting... It was absolutely stunning and better than I could have imagined it turning out. My sister absolutely loved the painting and we all cherish this beautiful tribute to our beloved dog. Thank you!
Laurie Whitaker
Apr 12
I was extremely happy with my painting of our dog, King. The artist made all of my requested edits. King crossed the rainbow bridge just a month ago. This painting will be the perfect gift for my husband's birthday in a few weeks. He is going to love it and we both will cherish being able to have King with us for the rest of our days.
Sue Fromm
Apr 12
For my birthday my husband gave me an oil painting of our Dalmatian Banjo, who we lost in November. It brought me to tears because it was so beautiful and lifelike. It was almost like I could reach out and pat his head. The painting captured my dog exactly as he was. I will treasure it forever.
My husband said the company was a pleasure to work with and delivered everything that was promised. Both my sons now want paintings of their dogs!
Deidre Taylor
Apr 12
Came out better than I expected. I bought it as a wedding gift for my fiancé. Cannot wait to give it to him!!
Anna Warren
Apr 12
So so so happy with my painting and the full service provided!
Anthony Sabino
Apr 11
Had a portrait of my children done for my wife's birthday. I sent PaintYourLife a black and white photo from Chuck E Cheese and the artist did a beautiful portrait using charcoal. It came out perfectly and my wife loves it. The entire process and support staff at PaintYourLife was incredible. So many of my friends and family are going to look into doing this for family members.
ALLA Dorfman
Apr 11
I am happy that I discovered and tried Paint your life site. The process of ordering, correctly, and approving the painting is very easy and fast. The final result is an amazing painting of your picture which will stay with you for life. We gets lots of compliments and we recommend our friends to try this site. We will order again for sure.
A. Dorfman.
Colleen Wondra
Apr 11
I had an excellent experience front the start to receiving my portrait. The oil portrait looks just like my dog, service was fast and frame looks so nice . I highly recommend them for any painting. I hope to get one of my grandkids next time
Zan Hines
Apr 11
Love my painting!!! It's EXACTLY how I wanted it!
Adria Pistell
Apr 11
GREAT JOB! My in-laws will love it
Nancy Rinsch
Apr 10
I thought about getting a painting for months. I read the reviews and decided to try it. I am thrilled I did. I am so happy with both of my paintings. Doris was my artist and she is amazing. The whole process went super smooth not one complaint from me. Very happy and impressed. I had a family picture painted for my grandson. My daughter and son in-law passed away not long after my grandson was born. The first painting was of my daughter, I loved it so much I had the second one done.They offer discounts and credits for posting reveal videos on Facebook and instagram. Huge savings! Our paintings are priceless to our family. All I can say is WOW!
K chavaro
Apr 10
I love my painting. I even love the frame.
Joy Gallup
Apr 8
I had 2 different pictures painted by 2 different artists at Paintyourlife. They did such a wonderful job. The paintings turned out gorgeous. Thank you so much for an excellent job.
Joy Gallup
KB
Apr 7
The painting we received is perfect - a wonderful representation of the photo, very well executed and delivered exactly when and how promised.
Ronnie
Apr 6
I was so excited to see my portrait of our dog.the painting look exactly like the proof they had sent us to look at.our portrait was perfect. Absolutely 100% satisfied.
Joe Skramstad
Apr 6
Absolutely amazing! The artists are professional and ask multiple questions to ensure the painting is great. They do phenomenal work and ship quickly. They may be expensive but it is worth it.
T. Albert
Apr 6
The portrait of Tucker and Mea came out beautiful. Kate (artist) did a wonderful job capturing their personalities! Would highly recommend...
Dan Schneider
Apr 6
Everything was well organized, well explained and well executed. Looking forward to placing another order some day soon.
Jennifer Jorde
Apr 5
Just beautiful! The perfect gift for a friend who lost her precious pup. Thank you!
Kelsie Zeller
Apr 5
I love the painting of my cat! I had to put her down a month ago and this well help me remember her!
Dana Catalana
Apr 5
I would recommend this company to anyone. The artist refined it till it became what I wanted. The frame was great and it arrived exactly as they promised. Our friends were thrilled to receive the painting as a gift
Arielle Dupertuis
Apr 4
Great experience! Deadline was respected, the painting is wonderful! Cannot wait to have it framed and offer it to my friends./clients!
Helen Stilley
Apr 4
I have received excell new customer service from paint your life. I made changes after ordering and they handled them with ease. They took 3 individual pet pictures and put them on one. I will be using them again
Dayonna Dixon
Apr 4
So amazing, they finished my order way earlier than the expected date! She absolutely love it!
Bob Thompson
Apr 4
Very pleased with the product - the artist did a wonderful painting of our puppy and my wife was so pleased with the gift. Highly recommended!
Janet P
Apr 4
Ordering was easy, pricing was fair, art is beautiful, and they were quick to respond to me when I had questions.
Veronica Aranda
Apr 4
Painting was amazing I loved it!
Samuel Cuevas
Apr 3
Paintyourlife.com is an excellent website. The website was easy to use in finding an artist to use and the payment, customer support process was easy and convenient. I will be back to have more work done through the website for sure. The artist who drew a picture of my late dog was beyond incredible and would use them again. Thank you paintyourlife for the painting.
Whit McCullough
Apr 3
The paintings have been amazing with quick delivery!! They truly are a pleasure to work with!
Allan
Apr 2
Paintings have been amazing. We'll always use paintyourlife.com. Only drawback was our matching frame went out of stock and will not return.
ALLA Dorfman
Apr 2
My painting is absolutely beautiful piece of art. It was drawn fast and was delivered fast in a nice frame. The process of corrections and approval was easy and fast too. I was able to change background, color of the clothes, and correct length of the garment.
The painting memory is much better than photo. Everybody gives complements.
Thank you, Paintyourlife.
Kathy Smith
Apr 1
Its beautiful looks just like him.
Jennifer (Interior Designer)
Mar 30
Exactly what I had hoped for!
Carol Noble
Mar 30
Beautiful painting and excellent customer service
Lisa Saracino
Mar 29
What a wonderful experience! Beautiful work!!! I highly recommend Paint Your Life! I will most definitely use their services again!
Leslie Pierce
Mar 29
Such wonderful paintings! I've had 2 done so far and couldn't be happier with the results!
historian in DC
Mar 29
The final painting was everything I expected it to be. It arrived when promised and everyone who has seen it has been very impressed.
Alyce Fiebig
Mar 29
I ordered 2 paintings as memorials for my deceased pets and they came back beautifully, looking just as I remembered my beloved dogs. Thank you PaintmyLife for helping me preserve my memories.
Kathleen Stpierre
Mar 29
Communication is the most impressive. There was always an update on the process. Enhancing the anticipation of the finished product. The promptness of any changes along with the feedback from the painter. Great work!
William Ristuccia
Mar 29
The finished painting was beautiful.
Abigail
Mar 28
My sister's dog past away and I wanted to help her through her grief. I found the perfect way, I painting from Paint Your Life. The artist wonderfully captured her dog's spirit and it brought her to tears. All from a photo that I provided. I highly recommend them. The painting is perfect, it was quickly completed with my input during the process and they shipped it to her address. I couldn't ask for anything more. I plan on using their service again.
Maylene Kellim
Mar 28
I purchased several paintings for friends and family. The paintings came out gorgeous. This company has great customer service. This is the best place to buy a painting for your loved ones
Alex Gould
Mar 28
A great painting of my best friend was the perfect memory. Thanks Vivian. :)
Nancy Rinsch
Mar 27
World class artist! I am so amazed at the detail. Doris was my artist she captured my daughter perfectly. I can’t say enough good things about my painting and my experience with Paint Your Life. I loved my painting so much I ordered another with the credit for posting my reveal video on Facebook and Instagram I had a huge savings. I highly recommended!
Cecil Ford
Mar 27
I had our portrait created as a special gift to my fiancé Sarah. And we absolutely love it. It’s reproduction is absolutely beautiful and is so vibrant we are honored to hang it on our home
Jennifer M
Mar 27
This oil painting was amazing. I looks so much like the photo I sent in, its crazy. I have already referred 2 people that fast once they saw my finished product. Great Job Yolanda.
Nicole Preston
Mar 27
Absolutely amazing.
William H. Vogt
Mar 27
Received my painting of my dog today, I can only say it is wonderful. It looks just like the photo I sent life like. I'm so pleased of the final product.
So easy to order painting, communication was outstanding kept you informed on each step highly recommend
Molly Montana
Mar 24
My sister passed away going on 2 years ago. I wanted to have something that would last a lifetime to pay tribute to her. This painting is absolutely beautiful! Thank you for making my sister come to life again!!
Linda Pearson
Mar 24
I just love my painting of my chocolate lab. It's so realistic.
Thank you again
Linda Pearson
Kenneth Garner
Mar 24
Beautiful work!
Claudia H
Mar 24
It was magnificent. I had a tiny photo taken in a mall photo booth 20 years ago, now yellowing with age. It is the only photo I have of me and my two older daughters.
M Burns
Mar 24
Outstanding products and service. Will do more in the future.
Leonard Clark
Mar 23
Everything was completed exactly as I asked. As this was a tough time for our family with the loss of a family pet this made that loss a lot more bearable,
HappyNell
Mar 22
Painting process was exactly as described. Painting proofs and delivery were executed in a timely manner. Painting was beautifully and professionally done to meet my expectations. I would definitely use them again!
Anony
Mar 22
Love my Painting!!!
Sabrina
Mar 21
I have purchased a total of three paintings to honor the memory of our donors. I’m very pleased with the quality and timeframe I have received the art. And that’s what all of the paintings are to us- A Beautiful Work Of Art!
Helen Stilley
Mar 21
They were very helpful and made all the changes I requested
Kathryn Scarborough
Mar 21
My experience with Paint Your Life was exceptional from start to finish. I enjoyed looking over each artist's body of work and selecting the one for my painting. Then before I knew it I had a proof of the painting to review. The painting was delivered ahead of schedule and came packaged perfectly. The painting itself took my breath away! It was absolutely perfect in every way. The attention to detail of the faces, the outfits, the whole composition of the painting was flawless. I also recommend letting Paint Your Life frame your painting before sending it to you. It was so nice to be able to take it out of the box and hang it immediately on the wall. I look forward to enjoying my painting for years.
Leah Millthorpe
Mar 21
Service is outstanding - quick, efficient and honest, couldn't be better.
PMac
Mar 21
Great service. I forgot to add my coupon so had to call customer service. They were very nice to deal with. I also liked that we received emails all along the way giving progress reports and allowing us the chance to make changes to the painting.
Renee Brasher
Mar 21
Amazing work! I will definitely have them paint for me again!
Daniel Hallahan
Mar 20
The artists are excellent. I've had two pieces of art--charcoal and colored pencil drawings. Both were very nicely done. The process from start to finish is smooth and transparent.
Marilyn Wood
Mar 19
Very easy to do via the internet. I was a little apprehensive as I wasn't familiar with this service and the painting was a gift but my sister LOVED it and now my brother wants one! It was a picture of our childhood home.
Cindy Lewis
Mar 18
Looked just like the picture I sent in. I love it
Robert Shepherd
Mar 18
Incredible painting of our late dog by Jeff C. Thank you !!!
Denise Beckler
Mar 18
The whole process was great from start to finish. The painting looks so much like the picture and the artist captures our dogs eyes perfectly! We will be ordering again!
Jacob
Mar 17
The customer service was implacable. Every time I log into my account, there was someone there on the chat and asking me, "How he or she can help." I received answers for my emails within 2 hours.
Nancy Mccrary Rinsch
Mar 17
My daughter passed away at 21 in 2007. The painting that we had done was breath taking. Our artist was Doris. The detail is amazing.My daughter looked just like the photograph I had chosen. She looked beautiful. I hesitated to order a painting for a long while. If you are thinking of doing this do it! My painting is gorgeous.I am so glad I put my trust in Paint your Life. We cherish this painting.
Doug B
Mar 16
Chris painted our deceased pet Dashie in oil and did an amazing job! He not only reproduced the picture faithfully but also captured the personality too! Painting came in perfect condition and the frame was very nice as well. Excellent quality and very talented artist. I highly recommend and we are planning to get another done with this artist. Thanks PYL and Chris!
Beth Stringer Tiernan
Mar 16
The painting I received was perfect. It captured the personality of our Shadow to a tee. Would definitely recommend Stan and Paintyourlife.
Robert Johansen
Mar 15
Anna K did a wonderful acrylic painting that will bring us joy through our generations
Lisa Barron
Mar 15
Excellent Painting and quality. We've got a lot of compliments! Extremely happy.
Tina Hebb
Mar 15
This drawing is absolutely incredible! After the first draft we requested lips on my husband to be lighter- the artist immediately fixed the lips and asked for our opinion. The drawing is perfect! Exactly what we’d hoped for! The size is perfect, the artistry is exceptional al and it fits nicely on our mantel. I highly recommend anyone using this company!!
Jill Kalinowski
Mar 15
My husband loved the painting. It was a surprise, but he recognized it right away as a place from our 25th wedding anniversary trip. Great job by the artist! Great job turning around the painting in time for my husband's birthday!
John R. Lloyd
Mar 14
Great picture of Sparky-Bobby!
Janice White
Mar 14
The painting of our dog was awesome! We could not tell the difference from the original picture. My daughter and her family said it was the best present they have ever received.
John Morosini
Mar 14
The process from start to finish was excellent!!
Bridgette Nally
Mar 13
Painting was exactly what I wanted, quick turnaround time and helped me to pick the perfect frame. I would absolutely recommend using them.
Karen Pfeffer
Mar 13
Beautiful painting and quicker than expected delivery. Thank you! 5 stars!!!
Deborah Saunders
Mar 13
More than I expected. The outcome was beautiful and service was great.
Mary Logalbo
Mar 12
This company is the best. They worked with mr from the beginning to the end. The artist really greated a masterpiece. As a matter of fact I am going to have the same artist, Lela, paint my two dogs later this year.
Allison
Mar 11
overall a great experience from beginning to end. product turned out beautiful as well. highly recommend!
Michael Castillo
Mar 10
I love it best gift I ever bought
KVRD
Mar 9
I love my picture!
Almost as much as I love the subject.
James M
Mar 8
Fast turnaround
Freddy Hall
Mar 7
I am beyond pleased with my painting.
My best girl's eyes were the window to her soul. Paintyourlife captured that for me on canvas. A priceless gift I might not have otherwise. Thanks paintyourlife.
Robert Kane
Mar 7
This was the most amazing gift ever! I loved how real my dog Cody looked in the photo my best bud ever. Traveled with me, cooked with me was everywhere with me every day and I can't tell you how much I love the portrait words I can't even describe! I want to thank the artist for giving me a great gift. Everyone should have this done.
thank you for the best gift ever!
Jessica L Jamerson
Mar 6
Wonderful! My husband was so surprised & pleased with the painting. I would definitely recommend this to anyone that wants a forever keepsake.
Shana N
Mar 6
The process was extremely easy and the finished painting better than expected!
The following turnaround is from the day you place your order to the day you receive it at your door.
Medium Size Portraits(Oil & Acrylic)(8"x10" - 20"x24")
Big Size Portraits(Oil & Acrylic)(24"x36" - 48"x72")
Charcoal, Pencil, Pastel & Watercolor
Regular service
24 days
29 days
22 days
Express service*
19 days
21 days
16 days
Express Service* + Express Shipping**
14 days
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* Express service means that we start working on your order immediately. You can choose it when you are at the shopping cart page. This service costs an additional 15%
** Express shipping will make the shipping a few days shorter. You don't need to decide when you place your order. Right after approving your painting, you'll be able to choose it for an extra $9 - $49 (depending on choice of framing and size of painting)
"In 2010 I had Charcoal drawings done of my Daughter and her Husband and my Oldest son and his two teen son and daughter. I was extremely happy with the fine work...but I did not have my
other son and his family done at that time because his family was not yet complete...This year, now that his family has grown to 6, with children ranging from 3 to 16...I knew this was the time. They sent a family photo that I knew would be the perfect candidate for a charcoal portrait...It arrived just before Christmas and I presented it at our Christmas celebration. Thank you for a wonderful job and great customer service.
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Leo, Topeka
"Wanted to surprise my wife with a large charcoal drawing of our 1-year old Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Paisan. The drawing was a big hit. My wife and I love it.
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David
"My kids just couldn`t believe how close to the originals these charcoal portraits were. Everyone was amazed. Great Job, we`ll do it again.
A. Vanzile
Hereford Pa
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Anita, PA
"My wife had this beautiful portrait of my Dad painted as a surprise gift for my 60th birthday. We built our house on the site of my parents' summer cottage and we had always wanted to find a way to honor them and this is the perfect way to do so. This was painted from a snapshot taken decades ago of my dad fishing on our community pier here in Annapolis. I was so touched to see this and we have hung it in our great room for all to see. It is the focal point of our house now and everyone comments on how cool it is. The artist did an amazing job and we will always treasure it.
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