Keepsake Family Portrait Ornament (PREORDER)
Bring your favorite people together in a keepsake made to be treasured for years to come. This custom family portrait ornament transforms a meaningful photograph into an original hand-drawn watercolor portrait, creating a personalized heirloom for your Christmas tree and holiday traditions.
Each ornament is thoughtfully illustrated to capture the unique personalities and connection of your family, with delicate linework and soft watercolor details. Whether celebrating your immediate family, a growing family, or a special family milestone, every portrait is created by hand and customized just for you.
Please note the following size restrictions for each portrait:
- Small (3x3) Up to 2 subjects
- Medium (4x4) Up to 4 subjects
- Large (3.5x5) Up to 6 subjects
Personalization Options
Each ornament is thoughtfully customized just for you and includes:
••• A hand-drawn original watercolor portrait by artist Jacqueline Powell Gibson in her traditional style.
••• Personalization options including a name and/or year
••• Your choice of portrait French Graffiti brass metal and glass ornament frame
••• Complimentary Katie Housley luxury gift wrapping in the holiday or botanic pattern of your choosing, beautifully packaged and ready for gifting
Included With Every Ornament
Every ornament arrives assembled in a premium French Graffiti brass metal and glass ornament frame, ready to display on your Christmas tree or gift to someone special. Each keepsake is carefully packaged with acid-free protective wrapping and our signature tissue paper, with complimentary luxury holiday gift wrapping.
If you have any special requests, please include them in the Additional Comments section when placing your order.
Each ornament features an original watercolor portrait that is entirely hand-drawn by the artist, making each ornament a one-of-a-kind keepsake created to be treasured and displayed for generations.
Local Pickup Available
Turnaround time is typically 3-4 weeks.
Photo Instructions
Portrait Reference Photo Guidelines
To ensure the best possible hand-drawn portrait, please submit a high-quality reference photo that follows these guidelines:
Clear, high-resolution photo Please provide a sharp, in-focus image where facial details are easy to see.
Bright, even lighting Use natural or fair lighting that clearly shows the subject’s features. Avoid harsh shadows, dark areas, reflections, or glare.
Front-facing position Subjects should be facing the camera directly, with their shoulders squared and their full face visible.
Natural pose Please avoid unusual angles or awkward positions that may make the portrait difficult to capture accurately.
No obstructions Ensure nothing is covering the subject’s face or body, or covering important features.
Size Restrictions
Please note the measurements for our ornament size options, including subject limits for each size:
Small: 3 x 3 inches
Up to 4 subjects
Medium: 4 x 4 inches
Up to 5 subjects
Large: 3.5 x 5 inches
Up to 6 subjects
Need to include more loved ones? We'd be happy to create a custom piece. Please contact us before ordering for a custom quote.
Medium & Details
Medium Watercolor, Micron ink, and graphite pencil on premium watercolor paper.
Size Artwork dimensions vary based on the selected ornament size.
Presentation Arrives in a French Graffiti gold and glass ornament frame. Complimentary gift wrapping available in multiple Katie Housley patterns.
Details Each portrait is a one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn piece created with layered watercolor, fine ink detailing, and delicate pencil shading.