Valentine’s Day Pencil Portraits

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, connection and shared memories. If you’re looking for a gift that feels personal, thoughtful and truly romantic, a hand drawn pencil portrait from photos makes a beautiful Valentine’s Day keepsake that will be treasured for years to come.

Tom F.

16:15 31 Jan 26

I recently commissioned Angela do some a picture for me, which was absolutely fantastic. Her work was incredibly accurate and the overall experience was very good. I would highly recommend her.

Andrew C.

13:41 19 Dec 25

An easy experience from start to finish with a fantastic picture at the end.
Angela was always quick to respond to emails, right from my initial enquiry, and made the whole process about as simple and straightforward as it could be.
Highly recommended!

Laura N.

09:32 08 Dec 25

I couldn't be happier with the sketch I had commissioned for my husbands 40th. The detail from the photo I provided was captured beautifully and it has turned out even better than I imagined. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process, I would highly recommend!

Martin H.

09:19 14 Nov 25

Angela drew a portrait of our dog Pablo about 4 years ago and it was perfect and when we wanted another done she was definitely the person who we wanted to do it again, easy to communicate with and understood perfectly what we wanted. Absolute super star and very talented artist. Highly recommend.

Nicole B.

19:55 16 Sep 25

Angela recently sketched a picture of a naval ship for me as a sentimental birthday gift for my father — and what an incredible job she did! She’s an exceptionally gifted artist. Thank you so much, Angela. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend you to anyone looking for a beautifully hand-drawn, meaningful piece of art.

Ross M.

07:30 15 Aug 25

I asked Angela if she could sketch out a city skyline view from our first holiday for our first wedding anniversary and it was perfect! Not only was the picture exactly what I hoped for she also turned it around in such a short space of time to ensure it would be with me before the big day. I would highly recommend Angela & Pencil Sketch Portraits to anyone considering.

Lily W.

21:20 03 Aug 25

I received my image as a gift of my late grandfather and my newborn daughter. It’s everything I could have dreamt of and more. it’s so special to see something come to life that won’t ever be possible. Every inch of my grandfather was captured so beautifully from the hairs on his arms to his everyday jewellery. I am so happy that I have a piece of artwork that I can cherish forever!!!

jacob A.

09:32 03 Aug 25

Thanks Angela, the sketch fantastic with really nice details. It will be the pride and joy on display now. Jacob

Simon S.

09:40 27 Jul 25

Angela has drawn a wonderful portrait of our home which I’m sure will provide many memories. The whole process worked really well and was very good value . Highly recommended.

Debs v

09:30 22 Jul 25

Wow – what a pleasing experience Angela made this. From the start she was very efficient answering any questions very quickly, also the turn around was excellent. When I viewed the sample piece there was no need to tweak anything - it took my breath away as she had caught the likeness with incredible precision and amazing attention to detail. I can highly recommend Angela based the result I had.

Harpreet F.

18:39 16 Jul 25

Absolutely blown away by how the portrait turned out! Got it for our Sons 18th Birthday this year,we lost my Dad suddenly just before Christmas and our son was so so close to my Dad,we all miss him everyday so much & looking at this portrait everyday will mean alot. Thank you Angela,sorry I was so particular & fussy. Keep up your amazing work🙏.
Rina

Tracey M.

15:59 16 Jul 25

I commissioned a portrait of myself and my husband on our wedding day and liked the drawings that I saw on Angela's website. I wanted a full length drawing of us and the drawing that Angela did was beautiful and her attention to detail like the lace on my dress was remarkable. The facial features are true to life and I am so happy to have such a beautufl drawing hanging on our wall - bringing back memories of a special day. Thank you Angela.

Joshua

20:17 10 Jul 25

Had a my 2nd portrait commissioned and over the moon with how they both turned out. Angela does amazing work, would not hesitate for a a second to recommend 5 star work 5 star service

Elaine B.

05:38 27 Jun 25

I approached Angela with a rather unusual and bespoke request and not only was she able to bring my idea to life, she did a remarkable job of combining the two separate photos I provided into the one drawing. The artwork was a gift for my partners 60th birthday and depicts a very special time in our lives - Angela was able to capture this perfectly. I'm exceptionally pleased with the end result and could not have chosen anyone better to create this for us. Thank you.

nathan H.

12:40 25 May 25

Angela has been spot on from first contact. Fast responses and was kept up to date through the process.
But most importantly.. WOW what a talent! The quality of what was produced was truly outstanding. Angela not only produced a true likeness of the subject but also brought the drawing to life.
I'm already lining up the next comission!

Gary B.

05:39 09 Aug 24

A pleasure to do business with. Angela has an amazing talent and the drawing she done of my 2 Border Collies actually made me a wee bit emotional. She truly brought them to life on sheet of paper. Thank you very much.

Why a pencil portrait makes a romantic Valentine’s Day gift

A pencil portrait is far more than a picture. It’s a gift that captures emotion, personality and a moment in time.

Unlike flowers or chocolates, a personalised pencil drawing lasts forever. Created by hand from your chosen photo, each portrait is completely unique, making it a meaningful Valentine’s Day gift for someone special.

Wedding pencil portrait of a couple kissing

Valentine’s portrait gallery

If you’d like a feel for the style, here are a few examples of romantic pencil drawings. These include couples portraits, wedding moments, and a few heartfelt gift ideas that make perfect inspiration for Valentine’s Day.

All portraits are hand drawn from photos and can be created in a range of sizes. If you have a favourite image you’d like to use, I’m happy to advise on what will work best.

Valentine’s Day Pencil Drawing of Red Roses

Personalised Pencil Drawing of a Couple

Custom Valentine’s Day Pencil Portrait

Wedding Pencil Drawing of a Loving Couple

Romantic Pencil Portrait of a Couple

Wedding Pencil Portrait of a Couple Kissing

Valentine’s Day Pencil Portrait of a Smiling Couple

Pencil Portrait of Mother and Baby

Commission a Valentine’s Day pencil portrait and turn your favourite photo into a romantic, hand drawn gift created especially for someone you love.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, availability becomes limited, so it’s always best to get in touch as early as possible.

What can be drawn for your Valentine’s portrait

Valentine’s Day portraits can be based on almost any photo that’s special to you. Popular choices include:

Couple portraits
Wedding or engagement drawings
Romantic holiday photographs
Family portraits with a romantic focus
Portraits that include pets

If the image means something to you, it can be transformed into a beautiful pencil portrait.

Romantic pencil drawing of a couple from a photograph

How commissioning your Valentine’s portrait works

The process is simple and designed to make ordering a Valentine’s gift stress-free.

Email your chosen photo and preferred size
I’ll confirm pricing and timescales
A 50% deposit secures your commission
I’ll send a sample scan once the drawing is finished
After approval, the balance is paid and your portrait is posted

If you’re short on time, a priority service is available and can be discussed when you get in touch.

Drawing paper with “Commission a Portrait” written in pencil beside a pair of pencils

Sizes, presentation and delivery

Most Valentine’s portraits are commissioned in A4 or A3, depending on how much detail you’d like and where the drawing will be displayed.

Every portrait:

Is hand drawn on high-quality paper
Comes with a black card picture mount included
Is packaged flat and sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery

This ensures your Valentine’s Day gift arrives safely and feels special from the moment it’s opened.

Custom pencil portrait of a couple for Valentine’s Day

A Valentine’s gift to treasure forever

A hand-drawn pencil portrait is a romantic and thoughtful way to say I love you. It’s a gift that shows care and effort, and becomes a keepsake that can be enjoyed long after Valentine’s Day has passed.

Get in touch to commission your Valentine’s Day pencil portrait and discuss your ideas, timescales and any priority options available.