About Me – UK Pencil Portrait Artist
Hello! I’m Angela, a UK-based pencil portrait artist living in sunny Milton Keynes. I create hand-drawn pencil portraits from photos, capturing the character and emotion behind every subject.
About Angela
My name’s Angela, and I’m a 50-something pencil portrait artist who’s been drawing professionally for over fifteen years. I live in Milton Keynes with my husband and our two grown-up children – a boy and a girl.
When I’m not sketching, you’ll usually find me at the gym, recharging with a Diet Coke (or occasionally a nice glass of wine in the evening!).
I’ve always loved drawing, and becoming a pencil portrait artist has allowed me to combine my passion for detail with my love of people and stories. Whether it’s a family portrait, a pet drawing or a landscape, I take pride in turning your photographs into meaningful works of art that can be treasured for years to come.
So whatever you’d like on your wall, just let me know – I’ll do my best to draw it for you.
My Pencil Portrait Artist Gallery
Since becoming a full-time pencil portrait artist, I’ve drawn over 2,000 pencil portraits for customers across the UK and beyond. Each piece is unique and hand-drawn with care, capturing the likeness, emotion and personality of every subject.
Here are just a few examples of my work as a pencil portrait artist:
The Inspiration Behind Pencil Sketch Portraits
My journey as a pencil portrait artist started quite by accident. I’d always loved art and studied it at college, but life got busy and I didn’t draw for years.
Then, one birthday, my husband bought me a sketchpad and some pencils. I decided to draw our one-year-old son, and when I showed it to a friend, she loved it so much that she asked me to draw her child too.
From there, everything grew naturally. I discovered how much I loved capturing people in pencil – the emotion, the fine detail, the expression – all the things that make being a pencil portrait artist so rewarding.
Eventually, I set up Pencil Sketch Portraits so I could share my drawings with others who love the timeless charm of hand-drawn portrait art.
My Pencil Portrait Artist Style and Approach
As a pencil portrait artist, I’d describe my drawings as photo-realistic pencil portraits with soft shading and fine detail. I mainly work in graphite pencil, though I occasionally use coloured pencils for a warmer look.
I draw a wide variety of subjects, including:
- People: babies, families, couples, and even celebrities
- Animals: pets like dogs, cats and horses, as well as wildlife such as lions, tigers and birds
- Vehicles: cars, lorries, motorbikes, planes and boats
- Buildings & Landscapes: homes, churches, landmarks and favourite places
Each portrait is hand-drawn from your photo with care and precision. My goal as a pencil portrait artist is to capture not just how someone looks, but who they are – the spark, expression and emotion that make each subject unique.
Commission a Portrait
If you’re thinking about commissioning a portrait, I’ve made the process really simple.
Here’s a quick overview:
- Sizes & Prices – See all my available portrait sizes and pricing.
- How to Order – Learn how to send your photo and place your order.
- Payment Options – Find details about deposits, balances, and payment methods.
- Commission a Portrait – When you’re ready, fill in the short form to get started.
As a professional pencil portrait artist, I’ll keep you updated throughout the process – from confirming your photo to sharing a preview scan before posting your finished portrait.
