Testimonials

Transform your favourite photos into personal pencil portraits

I asked for a portrait of our family dog, Hamish, as a 50th wedding anniversary gift for my parents. The best photo I could provide was from my cell phone, and the resulting portrait is outstanding in detail. An incredibly skilled artist with the ability to recreate not only the image but also the character.

Lainey McConkey

Nottingham

I wanted to gift a special gift to a very special friend and Mike made the most beautiful collage from a few very photos that I had which were downloaded from the net. The quality of the photos was very poor and not an easy task which Mike accomplished beautifully. Thank you so much Mike. b

Meera

India

Contacted Mike on short notice with drawing of 2 children, When Mike sent me the picture on completion I was speechless and blown away it was better than I expected. Everyone who has seen it since has commented and thought it was an actual photograph until told it was a drawing. I would highly recommend.

Nicola Dulson

Swindon

Absolutely fantastic! The portrait is an exact likeness to the photograph supplied. This was a present, which has been greatly received. The communication throughout the entire process has been exceptional and I would absolutely no hesitation in using again.

Nick Turner

Surrey

It’s absolutely AMAZING!! You’ve captured them so well, and the clothes could be real! I seriously envy your talent – thank you.

Kim

Kent

Thank you for your email and attached image of the pencil portrait that you have done for me of my son’s dog it is stunning! He will absolutely love it. Vanessa – Lincolnshire

Vanessa

Lincolnshire

I can’t believe how good it is and how life-like it is! I’m absolutely thrilled with it! I have just paid the outstanding bill and look forward to receiving it soon. I will definitely recommend you to other people!

Dawn

Derby

You did a wonderful pencil portrait for me in November, of my son’s black Labrador, which I gave as a Christmas present to him and his partner, Alice. I just thought I would let you know that they were thrilled with it. In fact, Alice was reduced to tears!!- Happy tears, of course! It now.

Vanessa Smith

Lincolnshire

Have just seen your portrait and I am over the moon with it, you really have captured our dog so well. You are a very talented man and I know that my daughter will be just as happy as I am with it. Thank you so much I’m going to have one very happy daughter.

Trina

Derbyshire

Dawn

Derby

It looks wonderful, I’m so grateful to you. I am delighted with the graphite pencil portrait of my son’s dog. It is exactly as per the photograph I sent you. Your service and work has been first class. Thank you again.

Christine

Isle of Lewis

My portrait was a birthday gift for my friend of her and her father who had passed away, so the quality was very important to me. I couldn’t provide the best quality photograph so was unsure how the portrait would turn out, I was pleasantly surprised, and my friend loved it.

Sharon

Birmingham

The picture is beautiful – going all the way to South Africa as it is my dad’s cat there. We’re giving it to him for Christmas and will pass on his comments after that – I’m sure he will be thrilled. It has real life and feeling to it. Thanks for your great service.

Byrony

Somerset

I absolutely ADORE the picture, it looks exactly like my friend’s dog and I can’t thank you enough for being able to draw it for me, I can’t wait for her to see it at Christmas!! I am definitely recommending you to my friends and family as the way you draw is just amazing.

Claire

Birmingham

My portraits were amazing! A true likeness to my photos and excellent quality! A professional service, delivered as arranged and on time.

Linda Sterndale

Birmingham

Loved the picture and could not stop looking at it. Thank you so much for your help in making their anniversary a special one. Mike produced a portrait for my daughter and son-in-law; I would like to thank Mike or the excellent and prompt service that he provided. The portrait he produced was absolutely stunning.

Jhelman Singh

Birmingham

Many thanks for the portrait – it arrived in time for my partner’s party and given the short notice I was very impressed with the time in which you turned it around. It was really quick to place the order and pay online and most importantly we were really pleased with the quality of the pencil portrait.

Sharon

Nottingham

You have truly caught the expression that Gomit used to have on her face when she wanted to play. (They say that dogs do not have facial expressions, but I disagree with that.) It is far better than I ever thought it would be! Excellent!

Sandy

Derby

Mike produced a portrait of my middle daughter. I have to say I found the portrait to be fantastic realistic. I would recommend MCB Portraits to anyone.

Mrs Bhatti

Birmingham

I honestly can’t thank you enough it’s brought tears to my eyes it’s so lovely to see the three of them together again. You’ve such an amazing talent. I’m lost for words. Thank you again. Maria – Aberdare

Maria

Aberdare

I received the portrait today, it’s truly wonderful and I love it. Thank you so much for the care and attention you gave to produce such a beautiful piece. Many thanks. Best wishes.

Tony

Bristol