A MASTERPIECE STRAIGHT FROM YOUR PHOTO
Having your portrait commissioned was always considered a symbol of a high social standing. Prior to the invention of photography, having your portrait made in oil on canvas was a very expensive process which often meant the subject having to sit for the artist. It was for this reason that only the nobility and the very wealthy could afford to commission painted portraits.
Today, “Photo 2 Oil”, our new service, enables anyone to transfer a digital photo into an oil painting thanks to only a few clicks. All you have to do is upload your favourite picture via our website and a professional portrait artist will set to the task. In a few days, you will receive an email with a digital photo of your portrait freshly realized in oil on canvas. If you are happy with the result, it will be framed and shipped to you straight away. If you are not completely satisfied with the result, you can opt for a refund, or you can request a new portrait by another artist.
Photo prints vs. hand-painted portraits
Many companies offer to transfer digital photos to canvas. These are actually machine-made oil prints that can indeed be photo-realistic. Our oil paintings however are all handmade, and their stunning effect will add so much to your home no print will be able to match. Without using any photographic manipulation, a portrait artist will carefully paint layer upon until the right composition is achieved. Thanks to our “Photo 2 Oil” service, an original portrait commission is at the same price as that of a mass-produced print you can buy in a museum shop.
The perfect gift for your loved ones
A "Photo 2 Oil" portrait is the perfect gift to commemorate a special occasion e.g. wedding, birth, birthday, anniversary, etc. An oil painting made from a photo can truly capture a special moment which can then be enjoyed for generations to come. This special present can be a perfect combination of an item to decorate a home with and a personal souvenir. It can add a dash of sophistication to your loved one’s home, and will remind them of happy moments. Above all, it will be a token of your affection.
