A new trend that has emerged in recent years is the painted bridal portrait.  Painted portraits resemble oil paintings, and have a classic and timeless look. These portraits are typically not actually painted – although they can be – but are created using computer software which simulates the strokes of a paint brush, and results in a painted look.

Images from a bridal portrait session are taken and put through this process.  These images don’t convey the painted look very well in small prints – they really must be printed large to appreciate the detail so they are typically printed in large format (16×20 or larger).  They are also usually printed on canvas to accentuate the painted effect.

These portraits are truly one of a kind – every one is different.  If you are looking for unique way to present your bridal portrait, painted portraits may be the way to go.

Scroll down to view examples of painted bridal portraits.

All of these images are courtesy of  Lem Lynch Photography.