Custom Family Portrait Paintings

to capture moments with the ones you love

There’s something special about seeing all your loved ones together in one painting. A custom family portrait painting shows more than just faces. It brings the love between family members to life.

We use your favorite photos to create hand-painted family portraits you’ll be proud to show. Whether it’s a custom portrait from a photo, a painting with your pets, or a special tribute to someone you miss, we help you make something that feels like home.

Every personalised family portrait we create is more than just a picture. It’s a memory frozen in time, painted with care, emotion, and detail. These aren't just custom-painted family portraits, they're timeless keepsakes your family will treasure for years to come.


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Why Custom Family Portraits Mean So Much

Capture emotion, character and realism

Input your ideas to match your vision & decor

Customise your medium to canvas, metal or surfboard

Create a timeless gift that resonates forever

Own an original painting that is an investment, the value of your artwork will increase over time

Justene wanted more than just a picture, she wanted a way to remember her late mother. She sent us a photo of the two of them and asked if we could turn it into a painting that captured their bond. When she saw the finished piece, her emotional reaction said it all. You can see that beautiful moment in her testimonial video, a reminder of how powerful a custom-painted portrait can be.

That's what these paintings do. They don't just capture a moment; they create the moment you wished you had.

Maybe you have grandparents who live far away and don’t often appear in family photos. It’s tough not having them there in those special moments, isn’t it?

A custom family portrait painting lets you bring everyone home. It's not about replacing real photos; it's about creating something that feels more real than reality. Something that shows your family exactly as you see them in your heart.

What We Offer Related To Custom Family Portrait Paintings

We specialise in hand-painted family portraits that start with your photos but become something entirely new. Here's what makes our work different:

Every piece is carefully crafted by hand—no shortcuts, no digital tricks, no filters. Just pure, honest artistry made for you. We use real brushes, real paint, and real artistic skill to bring your family to life on canvas.

We can paint from multiple photos, so everyone gets included. Got a family photo from 2019 and want to add the baby who arrived in 2022? We make it happen seamlessly.

Pets are family too. Our custom family portraits with pets brings every furry, feathered, or scaled friend into your family portrait painting. A skilled family portrait artist captures your spirit alongside theirs.

You get to pick the look. Want a painted family portrait that feels like a photograph? We’ve got you. Prefer a softer, artistic take, a family portrait drawing that feels like fine art? We can do that too. Our family portrait paintings adapt to your taste.

No big photo session needed. Our family portraits begin with a simple step: just send us your favorite photos. No stress, no studio sessions.

We’ll blend everyone—kids, grandparents, and pets—into one seamless, personalised family painting.

Then we hand off the details to our artist, Christian Chapman. Every brushstroke in these custom-painted family portraits turns a moment into something more than just an image, it becomes a treasured keepsake, a memory frozen in time.

How to Know If You Need A Family Portrait Painting

You might be wondering if a painted portrait is right for your family. Here are some signs it's what you need:

• You miss someone and want to see them in family photos again
• You want one portrait with all generations together — grandparents, parents, and kids
• You're tired of family photos where someone's missing or looks awkward
• You want to surprise your family with something deeply heartfelt
• You love the idea of something hand-made instead of mass-produced
• You want to include pets or loved ones who've passed away
• You are looking for a meaningful gift for an anniversary, birthday or a special milestone

If that sounds like you, you’re in the right spot.

Benefits of a Painted Family Portrait

Here's what makes hand-painted family portraits special:

A truly personal touch: This isn’t a machine print. It’s a unique piece made just for your family.
The perfect gift: Nothing shows “I love you” better than a custom painting. Great for weddings, Christmas, Mother’s Day, or simply because.
Everyone can be included: Pets, passed loved ones, or family members who live far away can all appear together in one beautiful scene.
Lasts forever: Photos can fade, and digital files can disappear. A painted portrait stays with your family for generations.
Made just for you: We can change clothes or backgrounds to make the perfect family picture.
Great conversation starter: Visitors love hearing the story behind a special family painting.

Family Portrait Artist You Can Trust Near You

For over 30 years, Christian Chapman Art has helped families feel closer with beautiful custom portraits. We’ve created hundreds of family paintings. They hang in homes all over Australia to the USA, the UK, and everywhere in between.

What sets us apart

We listen first. Before we start painting, we take the time to understand what you would like.

Your family’s personality shines through, your style stands out, and the little details bring your portrait to life.

Our family portrait paintings process takes time. We focus on getting the proportions right, making expressions feel natural, and capturing the exact mood you want.

We’ve learned the secret to painting family members together: knowing what makes each person special on their own.

We’re more than just a family portrait service. Christian Chapman tells your family’s story with paint and brushes, capturing the moments and memories that matter most.

Let’s create a beautiful painting that shows your story.

See Original Paintings by Christian:

Testimonials from our happy artwork owners

"Hi Christian & Rachel, from the bottom of my heart I would like to thank you for this gorgeous portrait of the boys. It is beautiful & it totally captures all three of them. I love it, thank you."

Deanna F.
New Jersey. USA.

"Christian and Rachel, I can't express enough how grateful and happy we are with the painting of our son, Rex. I am probably not alone in saying we have thousands of photos of Rex and other great m... "

Tim & Karina G.
NSW. Australia.

"The painting of me and my mum has brought my Mum back to life in my house I say good morning to her every morning and good night to her every night. It’s eased the pain in my heart of missing her.... "

Justene P.
SA. Australia.

"This is the finished product of an absolutely meaningful special painting by Christian, from Christian Chapman Art!! Titled 'Special Memories'.I emailed Rachel, Christian’s lovely wife ..."

Elesha G.
Gold Coast. Australia.

"Marissa organized this painting for her friend Michelle as she lost her beautiful Cat Barney. Here are Marissa's words: "Words cannot express how beautiful this painting is. It’s so much more than ..."

M Anderson.
QLD. Australia.

"I have always wanted to have a portrait done of my dogs but hadn’t until my sister in law showed me photos of Christians work, once I saw those I knew I had to get Christian to paint my dogs and I ..."

Tammi H. .
Australia.

"Truly humbled by your work ❤️. Thank you for capturing my parents and big brother with me. I've never cried so much as I opened it, the rush of memories just kept on coming..."

Lisa T.
NSW. Australia.

"Thank you so much to Christian for creating such a memorial piece for my husband. Although I didn’t get the chance to meet his handsome Pa, I had the pleasure of being in the presence of his beaut... "

Jessie W.
NSW. Australia.

"My boyfriend had this portrait of my mother that passed away done for me by Christian and I am absolutely amazed at how it turned out. He completely captured every detail. I would highly ..."

Willow.
Alberta. Canada.

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What to Expect When You Order a Family Portrait Painting

Ordering your custom family portrait is easy and hassle-free. Here's how it works:

Share your favorite family photos with us. No need for perfect lighting or fancy poses; we’ll make the rest look great.

We plan your painting together. We’ll personally reach out by phone or email to chat about any changes you’d like. Want to add someone, swap an outfit, or tweak the background? We’ve got you covered!

Delivery. Once your painting is finished, we carefully package it with love. Then, we ship your new family treasure straight to your door.

The Big Reveal!

Watch as one of our satisfied clients unveil their new artwork.