Locate a photograph that you would like to make into a painting. If the photograph is not already digital, locate a scanner and save it as a file on your desktop. Ideally, your photograph should be no larger than five megabytes with a clarity greater than 300 pixels.
Search for and identify an original painting service online that you would like to use by searching for the keywords "custom painting services." Be sure to see examples of their work, their pricing requirements, shipping and return policies before committing to a service. For peace of mind, schedule a personalized consultation with a representative from the company. Also make sure they allow you to see a picture of the painting that they have created for you before shipping it to your home.
Before committing to a specific service, thoroughly examine shipping policies, turn-around times, refund policies and money-back guarantees. Ideally, the service should allow you these additions: the ability to review the completed work before you must purchase it; a reasonable time frame of two to three weeks for creation and delivery; reasonable shipping rates through a service that allows you to track your package; and a 60- to 90-day satisfaction guarantee for the finished product. These details should be outlined clearly on their website. If not, contact the service directly. You should ideally obtain this information in writing to prevent any attempts at fraud that could leave you with a work that you paid for and do not approve of or is sub-standard.
Upload or email the photograph to the painting service that you have selected. Once you receive an email with a digital photo of your new painting, send an email back with either approval or corrections. Once finalized, an email confirmation should be sent to you with package tracking directions, and the painting should arrive at your door within two to three weeks.