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Customer Reviews From Satisfied Customers
Your words mean a great deal to me, as every portrait I create is deeply personal and made with care, patience, and attention to detail. Commissioning artwork from treasured photographs is often connected to important memories, loved ones, and special moments, so I understand how meaningful the finished portrait becomes for each client.
Over the years, I have been fortunate to receive heartfelt customer reviews and feedback from clients across the UK and around the world. Many describe their portraits as lifelike, beautifully detailed, and emotionally moving, often exceeding their expectations upon first seeing the finished artwork. Whether it is a portrait of a family member, beloved pet, or someone remembered with love, it is always an honour to create something that holds such personal value.
I believe that creating a custom pencil portrait should feel both exciting and reassuring. From the first conversation to the completed drawing, I aim to make the process simple, friendly, and professional. I take the time to understand each client’s vision, answer questions clearly, and ensure every portrait captures the personality, expression, and character that make the subject unique.
The kind messages and reviews I receive reflect not only the artwork itself, but also the experience of working together throughout the commission process. Knowing that my portraits bring happiness, comfort, and lasting memories to the people who receive them is the most rewarding part of what I do.
I am proud to share these customer reviews and personal stories, and I am truly grateful to everyone who has trusted me to create a portrait for them or their loved ones. Each commission is created with passion and dedication, with the goal of producing artwork that will be treasured for many years to come.
Google Reviews
Customer reviews:
★★★★★
“Mike did a great job of the portrait we commissioned for a family birthday. there were 6 subjects and the likeness was amazing. I was updated as the commission was created and it was posted recorded delivery at the end.” – Scott Crooks
★★★★★
“I contacted Mike regarding some pictures I wanted drawing, they turned out to be more complicated than first though. It took Mike several months to complete all the set but the wait was worth it, I am so grateful to the work Mike. . . . .” – John GoulBourn
★★★★★
“I commissioned Mike to draw from a photo, my sister and brother in law, at my wedding, to give to them as a prescent. The drawing was very true to life and Mike really captured their eyes. I asked Mike to frame the drawing and the selection. . . . .” – Tracey March
★★★★★
“The pencil portrait Mike drew of Richard Chamberlain is absolutely amazing, the attention to detail is incredible, so life-like. It will be a wonderful Christmas present for my mum! Thank you Mike!” – Sandy Montanana
★★★★★
“Mike is an incredible artist. Mike drew a beautiful picture of my children as a special present. Mike captured the moment and their personalities in the picture, it is simply wonderful! Thank you Mike for your attention to detail,. . . . .” – Andrew Brown
★★★★★
“Excellent work by Mike after a number of his sketches were reproduced of our grade 11 listed building. Very professional for a long term keepsake and reminder of past property ownership. Well done Mike & full marks” – vysick42
★★★★★
“Very pleased with my landscape drawing, Mike wasn’t able to deliver by the date he originally hoped to but he kept in regular contact with me so I was aware and still managed to get it to me on time. Unfortunately one corner. . . . .” – EA
★★★★★
“I contacted Mike a few months ago to commission a pencil portrait for a friend’s 50th! My friend has recently lost his beloved dog and I thought it would be a lovely present. Communication with Mike was. . . . .” – Claudia Reynolds
Customer Reviews
Customer reviews directly on my website:
Perfect
Mike produced an amazing realistic sketch from the photo I sent, worth every penny and I would recommend to anyone
Response from MCB Pencil Portraits
Hi Paul,
Thank you for the positive review and 5 star rating.
Dog portrait
Mike was so helpful through the whole process from choosing the best photo to the best frame to match it. The portrait is very professional and of a very high standard. I would definitely recommend Mike.
Response from MCB Pencil Portraits
Thank you for your positive review Liz.
Portrait of my father brother and niece who my father never got to meet
I was totally amazed at the quality of mikes work.
Response from MCB Pencil Portraits
Thank you Shaney for the 5-star rating and amazing and generous review!
Portrait of my family
I hadn’t left a huge amount of time but Mike was amazingly accommodating and created a great lifelike piece.
Response from MCB Pencil Portraits
Thanks, Hannah for your 5-star rating and generous review.
Portrait for my Partner who lost his Grandfather
I could not believe the accuracy of the portrait I had ordered it was absolutely perfect which is something my partner can treasure forever thank you for the speed of delivery.