Photographs can be spectacular just as they are, or with a minimum o adjustment to enhance colors, remove shadows, etc. But sometimes you need a photo that has special treatment, something that makes it pop - a [photo as a work of art. That's where special effects come in!
Pocono Graphic Design can take a photo and turn it into something special. Perhaps you want to turn your home into a watercolor suitable for framing, or to create your own unique "just moved" cards." Special photo effects can make an arresting portrait, or be used as eye-catching artwork for a poster or ad.
Home Portraits - starting at $19.95
Your home is probably your biggest investment. You spend a lot of time and money on the upkeep and landscaping, making it very personally your own. Why not memorialize it in a special artistic portrait? Choose from several styles or color renderings.
You can have a photo of your home turned into any of the following artistic modes, delivered to you as a camera-ready digital file. You can then print the image yourself, or take it to a printer or photo kiosk to create up to an 11" x 14" print. Or have a printer create note cards or post cards using your unique design!
When ordering, be sure to let us know whether you plan to print your image on an inkjet printer, a commercial photo printer or kiosk, or a commercial printer. (If your printer has special requirements or wants us to use a special ICC profile, just let us know and we'll include those specifications in your image file.)
We will touch up minor blemishes such as utility lines, etc. There will be an extra charge if your image needs extensive touch-up - just let us know what you need and we'll give you an estimate.
Click on any image for a larger detailed view. Choose from the following styles:
Colored drawing 
Watercolor
Pen and ink 
Ink-Ice Blue
Ink-Camel 
Ink-Moss
(If you want a different shade for the pen and ink sketch than those shown, just ask! We can match just about any color.)
Personal Portraits - starting at $19.95
The same effects can be applied to your photos of family, children, even pets! Give your special portrait a watercolor look, or turn it into a pencil sketch.
These treatments are especially nice for note cards and holiday cards. We'll take your digital photo, do minor touch-ups if needed, and optimize your image for a creative one-of-a-kind artistic presentation. Here are some of the styles from which you can choose. Click any image for a larger detailed view.
Original 
Color sketch 
Watercolor
Rain effect 
Pencil sketch 
Pastels
Original 
Oil paint
Poster look 
Pencil sketch
Original 
Paint by number 
Soft sketch
Original 
Watercolor 
Sketch
The final result of your image will depend on the quality of your original photo. More contrast and brighter colors will result in a better finished product. We can make some adjustments to your photo to optimize it for these special effects, but not every photo may be suitable. If you have any questions, or want a recommendation on which special treatment might be best for your photo, just ask us! We'll be happy to give you some ideas.