Two Hearts Bound in Shadows and Silk - Custom Valentines Portrait Commission

Enzie Shahmiri
2026-02-02T20:30:05-08:00

My client has requested a red and black, romantic-themed portrait and requested that I combine two reference photo and turn them into one painting.

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I have started work on a new portrait commission of a couple. My client has requested a red and black, romantic-themed portrait and requested that I combine two reference photo and turn them into one painting.

Two Hearts Bound in Shadows and Silk - Custom Valentines Portrait by PortraitsbyNC

"I’m currently working on a romantic new commission—a custom Valentine's portrait that brings two hearts together in a single frame. My client requested a moody red and black theme, requiring me to merge two separate selfies into one seamless, romantic composition.

Creating a cohesive painting from different references takes a bit of tinkering; I focused on relaxing the expressions and adjusting the lighting to make the figures feel as if they had always been together. Just as in my traditional oil work, I start with a loose application of color before moving into the fine, detailed brushwork that defines a true likeness."