Custom Portrait Services in Karachi — Turn a Photograph Into a Painting Worth Keeping Forever
Book a ConsultationThis isn't a print-on-canvas service. Every portrait we create is painted by hand by a trained artist, working from your reference photo, your description, or a mix of both. The result is something a screenshot can never be: a piece with brushwork, depth, and presence that changes how a room feels the moment you walk into it.
Why a Painted Portrait Is Different
Photographs fade, get lost in cloud storage, or sit unopened in a folder you forget exists. A commissioned portrait does the opposite — it demands to be seen. It becomes the piece people notice first when they walk into your home, the gift that gets talked about years later, and often the one artwork in the house that actually has a story behind it.
There's also a permanence to it that digital photography can't replicate. A well-painted, well-framed portrait is something you hand down. It's not backed up on a server — it's on your wall, and it stays there.
Our Custom Portrait Services
Personalized Custom Paintings
Send us a reference photo or simply describe your vision, and our artists will work with you to create a portrait that captures both likeness and sentiment.
Replica & Modified Artwork
If there's a painting you already love — a classic masterpiece or a photo you want reimagined in a particular artistic style — we can recreate it with your desired changes.
Art Consultation
Not sure what style, size, or composition would actually work in your space? Our consultation service walks you through artist styles, color direction, and sizing.
Commissioned Art from Selected Artists
If you've followed the work of specific artists in our gallery and admire their particular style, we can arrange for a piece commissioned directly in that style.
Client Portfolio & Gallery Wall
Explore our best client portraits across oil, watercolor, and pen-ink. Hover over any piece to see medium and size specifications.
Choosing the Right Medium
Portraits can be created in oil, acrylic, watercolor, or fine pen-and-ink. Oil and acrylic give richer, more dramatic depth. Watercolor lends itself to softer, more nostalgic renderings. During your consultation, we'll help you match the medium to both your reference photo and your room.
How the Process Works
Submit Your Request
Fill out our custom order form, upload your reference photo, and share any ideas, inspirations, or specific details you want included.
Consultation & Quotation
An art consultant reviews your request and schedules a conversation. You'll receive a clear, itemized quotation based on size, medium, and complexity.
Creation & Review
Our artists begin with a preliminary sketch or mock-up for approval before paint touches canvas. Once signed off, the final piece is carefully created by hand.
Delivery & Follow-Up
Your finished portrait is professionally packaged and delivered, and we follow up to make sure you're genuinely happy with the result.
Timelines vary depending on size and complexity, but most portrait commissions are completed within a few weeks from final sketch approval.
Framing Your Portrait
A commissioned portrait deserves framing that matches its craftsmanship. Once your painting is complete, we can pair it with museum-grade UV-protective glass, archival matting, and a frame profile chosen specifically for the piece.
Many clients commission the portrait and finalize framing together in a single visit, saving a return trip and ensuring your finished painting goes straight from canvas to a properly protected, ready-to-hang piece.
The Perfect Gift for Meaningful Occasions
A custom portrait is one of the few gifts that genuinely can't be duplicated. Explore how our clients celebrate milestone moments.
Weddings & Anniversaries
A couple's portrait that gets displayed for decades, not put in a drawer.
Family Legacy Portraits
A portrait of parents or grandparents from an older photograph becomes an emotional centerpiece.
Corporate Milestones
Portraits of founders or retiring executives to mark milestones in a way a plaque never could.
Memorial & Keepsake
For anyone who's lost someone close, a painted portrait from a treasured photograph becomes a treasured piece.
Why Commission a Portrait With Us
Our artists work across a wide range of styles — from realistic, classical portraiture to more contemporary and expressive interpretations — so you're matched with an artist whose style actually fits your vision.
- Every commission goes through a sketch-approval stage before final work begins — no surprises.
- Framing and portrait work happen under the same roof for seamless protection.
- Direct consultations with experienced art advisors in DHA Phase 5, Karachi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of reference photo do you need?
Clear, high-resolution photographs work best because they allow our artists to capture skin tones, lighting, and facial expressions accurately. If you only have older or grainy photographs, our artists can often work with them or combine multiple references during the consultation stage.
Can I request changes during the painting process?
Yes. We always begin with a sketch or digital mock-up for your review before painting starts. During the process, we ensure your feedback is incorporated so the finished artwork matches your vision.
How long does a portrait commission take?
Most custom portraits are completed within 3 to 4 weeks, depending on the chosen medium and level of detail. If you need a piece ready by a specific date or anniversary, let us know during your consultation.
Explore Portrait Styles & Pricing
Browse examples of portrait styles, sizes, and mediums below, along with indicative pricing, so you can see what fits your vision and your budget before submitting your request.

A.Q. Arif Mughal Gate at Dusk Acrylic on Canvas 24x30 inches

M. Noman | Title: Darwesh-e-Arabic | Medium: Oil On Canvas | Size: 18x24 inches

Ahmed Habib | Title: Abstract Cityscape | Medium: Oil on Canvas | Size: 20x30 inches

Ahmed Khan | Title: Calligraphy | Medium: Mixed Media on Board | Size: 13x13 inches

Ali Abbas Gatherings Watercolor on Paper 11x30 inches

A.Q. Arif Echoes of Heritage Acrylic on Canvas 36x48 inches

Arif Ansari | Title: Northern Pakistan Landscape | Medium: Oil on Canvas | Size: 12 x 12 inches

