--- title: "Custom Hand-Drawn Pet Portraits in Bangalore" description: "Looking for a realistic pet portrait? I create detailed, hand-drawn pet portraits using charcoal and graphite. Get a custom pet sketch of your dog or cat today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/artbynaveen/hand-drawn-realistic-portraits/pet-portraits last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Custom Hand-Drawn Pet Portraits in Bangalore Tribe Verified · Over 350+ custom artworks created By [Art by Naveen](https://mytribe.in/artbynaveen) · Visit Studio in Dasanapura; Ships across India · ₹4,000 per artwork (estimate) Part of [Hand-Drawn Realistic Portraits](https://mytribe.in/artbynaveen/hand-drawn-realistic-portraits). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/artbynaveen/hand-drawn-realistic-portraits/gallery) I turn your pet’s photos into realistic, hand-drawn portraits. Whether it’s a dog, cat, or any furry family member, I capture their unique spirit using graphite and charcoal. ## Photos and videos - ![A finished A1 size portrait of a beautiful white dog, framed and ready for its home. The dark charcoal background makes the subject pop. This piece took over 20 hours.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb5173d2-8777-4116-9a19-0816862cb7c6) - ![Here I am with the finished pet portrait. As a dog lover myself, I take special care to capture the spirit of each animal I draw.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/781b90de-77b1-45b4-b1c5-6adbf5993a1a) - ![The original reference photo for the portrait. My process involves carefully studying the photo to understand the pet's features and expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ff6b368-ea72-4a16-9c66-fcda88c83d78) - [Video: Placing the large, finished dog portrait on my easel. The size of the piece gives it a powerful presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8e97a53-62ae-42a8-b561-c93946b3e747) - [Video: A close-up video showing the texture of the fur, created with thousands of individual pencil strokes to achieve a soft, realistic look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/727000a5-7dd0-4d0c-b31b-d809df1a114d) - ![Holding up the large, framed dog portrait. It's incredibly rewarding to see the final piece come together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec3e1adc-b58b-4055-9f1e-2c4d4817ef94) - [Video: My own dog seems to be admiring the portrait of his friend on the easel. He's my best studio assistant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16b1d516-4b6c-4197-9dda-51300b31ffc3) - ![My furry supervisor keeping a close eye on the progress of this dog portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1892df17-68be-4430-b977-abcf103fc41a) - ![My dog sitting on a chair, looking at the portrait as if giving his final approval.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61776c09-1966-42c2-ab59-a44424955c1d) - ![The finished dog portrait on the easel, with a dark background that makes the white fur stand out.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f341a2e-ba24-4aca-93f5-d095398c88ef) - !["This will remain in our heart forever sir." Heartfelt messages like these from clients are my biggest motivation. This was for a memorial portrait of their beloved puppy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/894c17f8-94ba-45d5-b6ad-0857f3d1df0e) - ![A finished A3 portrait of a woman with her adorable beagle. This piece, which took 16 hours, captures the loving gaze between them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b1542c06-747c-498c-8fc0-3e4397688bac) - ![A work-in-progress shot, showing the beagle and the woman's face fully rendered while the rest of the drawing is still an outline.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9fad0119-0dab-4cc1-895f-626d2c017239) - ![The final, unframed drawing of the woman and her beagle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7edd0ff4-e1a7-4226-9ace-73cfea3c14e3) - ![Another view of the final drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb0fa453-9439-4220-b95a-1c70501a95f4) - ![A duplicate of image 123.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf6263fb-2028-41f2-80f3-0fa01fe738f2) - ![A duplicate of image 121.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/289afe1b-fb6e-4586-a151-b977ea3cd209) ## About Pet Portraits Fur texture is what makes a pet portrait look alive, and it takes hours of patient, individual pencil strokes to get that softness right. I usually spend 15 to 20 hours on a single pet sketch, focusing intensely on the eyes and the unique sheen of their coat to make sure the drawing captures their specific personality, not just their appearance. My approach to pet portraits is simple. I do not use digital filters or quick fixes. Every sketch is a manual process that relies entirely on layers of graphite and charcoal. When I look at your pet's photo, I am looking for the things that make them unique—the specific glint in their eyes, the way their fur grows, or a particular expression they have when they are happy. ### The Process I start by analyzing the reference photo you provide. High-resolution images work best, but I can work with older photos if needed. I use high-quality 300gsm Ivory or Strathmore paper because it holds the heavy charcoal layers without warping. I start with light outlines and then build the depth using Staedtler pencils for shading and Camlin charcoal for those deep, rich blacks. ### Why Graphite and Charcoal? Black and white art has a timeless quality. It removes the distraction of color and forces the eye to focus on the form and emotion of the subject. For pet portraits, this is perfect. It highlights the texture of the fur and the soulful expression in their eyes in a way that color sometimes misses. ### What to Expect I am a perfectionist with details. A small portrait might take 8 hours, but larger, more complex pieces can take up to 75 hours of constant work. This is not mass-produced art. I seal every piece with a professional fixative spray to ensure it does not smudge or fade over time. When you receive your portrait, it comes framed and ready to be displayed. If you are looking for a gift or a memorial tribute, let me know. I put the same love into every pet portrait as I do when drawing my own family. ## About Art by Naveen I’m Naveen, a self-taught artist based here in Bengaluru. I don’t believe in shortcuts, so I spend hours, sometimes days, on a single portrait to get every detail perfect. My work is simple—I take your photos and turn them into permanent memories with just my pencils and paper. 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