Portraits

Welcome to my world of Pencil Portraits.

Creating portraits is a true passion, and I consider it an honour to capture the essence of someone special. Working primarily from photographs, I welcome commissions from across the UK and beyond. I specialize in graphite, charcoal, or a blend of both, with the option of adding sepia tones for a touch of colour. To truly reflect the individual's personality, I love learning about the subject you wish to portray.

Curious to learn more? Click the 'Commission' button below for detailed information and answers to frequently asked questions. I'm also happy to discuss your specific requirements in a no-obligation conversation.

Please take a moment to explore examples of my work via the link below. My ultimate goal is to create a cherished portrait that you'll treasure for years to come.

See Examples

Animals

As a lifelong animal lover, dogs hold a special place in my heart, making pet portraits a true joy. Growing up with a Golden Labrador, Corgi, and Retriever, I understand the unique spirit each breed possesses. Capturing your cherished companion in a pencil portrait is a beautiful way to honor their memory, and I'm delighted to help you achieve this.

When commissioning an animal portrait, you have many options. Some prefer a clean, background-free image, while others desire a hint of setting or context. Multiple poses, as seen in the examples, are also possible, depending on size and space. I'm here to guide you through these choices, collaborating to bring your vision to life. Whether you have a beloved pet or simply appreciate animal art, please reach out for a conversation.

My aim is to create a lifelike representation, capturing the essence of your pet or chosen animal. To this end, I strive to understand their unique character as fully as possible.

See Examples

  • “I asked Manos to produce a drawing from a photograph, of my dog Toffee, as a surprise for my wife. The stage drawing updates just made it even more exciting, and had me massively looking forward to the end product. I have to say, I was not disappointed, the final drawing was just unbelievably good. My wife was absolutely bowled over. Thank you so much. I would highly recommend Manos, he has an amazing talent.”

    Neil Simson

  • “I would highly recommend Manos for his talent, professionalism and meticulous attention to detail. He is also a joy to work with. Manos has just completed the artwork for my new album, “Ziggy Played Harpsichord” This involved drawing the street scene from David Bowie’s 1972 album “Ziggy Stardust “ keeping the perspective and omitting the cars and Ziggy. A photograph of myself and a harpsichord were merged into the pencil drawing to create a parody of the original cover. I am so happy with the result.”

    Chris Kibble

  • “We commissioned a drawing for our shark mad Son's new bedroom and it was amazing! The piece is beautifully drawn, with stunning detail. Our Son adores his picture & has even been inspired to try some drawing and shading of his own based on the picture Manos did. We would highly recommend Manos Feclice Art - he draws with amazing attention to detail, wonderful light and shade and with so much care, you can see the pride he takes in his work. Thank you Manos Felice.”

    Marc & Tilly

  • Ultimately, art is trying to see things that other people don't see

    Trevor Paglen

Commission a Bespoke Artwork

If you are considering me for a commission, then here is the best place to start. I offer you these links to help provide you with as much information as possible so that you will hopefully feel more comfortable about the process and know what to expect. If you would like any additional information or feel like having a chat, I’m always contactable by phone or email to discuss your requirements with no obligation. Please feel free to explore and I welcome a message with any questions you may have.

Commission Process (A brief explanation of how I like to work)
Commission Questionaire (Help me to better understand your requirements)
Commission Agreement Example (Useful for clarification of what we agree)
Certificate of Authenticity Example (What you receive along with your finished Artwork)
Terms of Service (The legal stuff when working together)

 

Regarding any questions, feel free to contact me through the form below