This is a sponsored article on behalf of PortraitFlip.
With Valentine's Day coming, Londoners with someone special to impress will soon be scrambling to find that perfect gift. But thanks to PortraitFlip, there's no need to battle through the hoards of fellow romantics in pursuit of the finest flowers and tastiest chocolates (which, let's face it, are a bit impersonal and cliché).
PortraitFlip offers something much more unique. The team of talented artists will transform your beau's favourite photo into an actual work of art they'll cherish forever. All you have to do is upload a picture of your beloved, their pet, or even one of your own selfies, and PortraitFlip will get to work recreating it in the style of your choice.
Head to the website, where you can commission an oil, acrylic or watercolour painting, or keep things simple with a pencil sketch or charcoal drawing. Once you've made your decision, select your preferred size, shipping option and the number of subjects before uploading your chosen photo. Finally, wait for your own masterpiece to appear at your door — PortraitFlip will even frame it if you like.
Rather than having to faff about getting a quote, all of the prices are fixed so you know exactly what each option will cost you. All in all, it's cheaper — and way more convenient — than spending hours sitting for a portrait painter. What's more, because you provide the photo, you can be sure that the final product captures all of your best angles.
Get the ball rolling on your completely unique Valentine's Day gift on the PortraitFlip website. And if all this talk of Valentine's Day has left you feeling horribly single, just remember that PortraitFlip also does some rather fetching pet portraits...
