--- title: "Behind-the-Scenes: My Creative Process for Custom Art in Mumbai" description: "Discover the artistic journey behind my custom mixed media paintings and sculptures. From textured canvas art to pyrography, see my process of creating unique art." canonical: https://mytribe.in/artbyrupalik/commissioned-paintings-for-interior-design/my-creative-process last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Behind-the-Scenes: My Creative Process Tribe Verified · Creating custom, texture-rich art in Mumbai. By [Rupali Jhaveri](https://mytribe.in/artbyrupalik) · Takes projects across India · ₹18K per artwork (estimate) Part of [Commissioned Paintings for Interior Design](https://mytribe.in/artbyrupalik/commissioned-paintings-for-interior-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/artbyrupalik/commissioned-paintings-for-interior-design/gallery) Ever wonder how a blank canvas evolves into a textured masterpiece? This is where I share the raw reality of my work, from tool care to those messy, early stages of a new piece. ## Photos and videos - [Video: It's all in the details. This video is a compilation of me working on various textured artworks, showing how I build layers and focus on the small elements that bring a piece to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de9624b3-13f0-4681-a76f-3b2a370b5f4a) - [Video: Capturing one second a day of my art journey. This video shows a week in my life, working on everything from charcoal portraits to colorful textured pieces. Every day is a new adventure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99fb4fc4-f250-47d0-a753-ba974ea87ee7) - [Video: The tools of my trade need care too. In this video, I share my tips on how to clean and preserve your palette knives to keep them in top shape for creating beautiful textured art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1af2edc2-be0a-4063-9a05-04bca0b24893) - [Video: In my element. Here I am, completely focused on a new 3D artwork, adding details to a miniature cityscape. This is my happy place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4abddf9-ec64-4939-a497-321abbbfcca0) - [Video: A compilation of my heart. This video showcases a few of my latest artworks in progress, from sculptural jewelry pieces to pyrography and charcoal portraits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cac666f-8a15-4ead-b79c-80444afad338) - ![My treasure. A glimpse into the organized chaos of my art supplies. Every tube of paint and every brush holds the potential for a new creation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f6cafc2-8152-4782-a964-04856c0ef222) - [Video: Pyrography perfection. I was so excited to unbox my new wood-burning tool. This video shows you the machine, the pens, and the different nibs that help me create my detailed pyrography art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/926b17b9-d679-42ff-a2c3-3b5cee9eb4d4) - [Video: I'm addicted to creativity. Just like my morning coffee, art gets me going, inspires me, and helps me unwind. This video is a tribute to my passion for the artistic process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d569529b-0e34-4c17-a266-d6df69304ccf) - ![Life lately. A photo from my April dump, showing me working on a large-scale drawing on my studio wall. I'm so grateful for every moment of this journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/caad20c9-1ce6-44c8-a6d1-54abd639e6c7) - [Video: What's in my art bag? For a new commission, I'm packing my compass, various brushes, shades of blue and gold paint, and my trusty measuring tape. So excited to get started.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a23f4205-fa7f-4bf2-930f-c4f1ea3e28ad) - [Video: I played a quick game of "This or That" with my favorite art tools. Watch till the end to see which one is the ultimate winner. Clearly, I have a favorite.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/01d8099c-715d-4f7f-9146-69ef46742772) - [Video: Here are four of my favorite tools that I use for abstract art. From fine liners for delicate details to marker pens for smooth, flowy lines, these tools help me bring my visions to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d6a3531-c7a9-43f7-99f8-f962ce06d646) - [Video: A sneak peek into my experience at an art retreat where nature and art truly collided. It was my first time trekking, doing aerial yoga, and creating pyrography art surrounded by lush greenery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5597964-8596-42f7-b5f2-0ae66f9c1bf8) - [Video: Setting up my favorite space for something special coming up. Getting my paints, palette, and canvas ready is the first step in any creative session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5204ab6b-2a6f-4982-9903-ee85c5d6e17f) ## About My Creative Process People often see the finished, polished result on a gallery wall, but the real work happens in the messy middle. Whether I am soaking palette knives overnight to remove dried texture paste or spending hours sketching a mandala, my studio is where the unpredictable magic happens. It is never just about applying paint, it is about understanding how materials like sand and modeling paste react on the canvas. ### How My Art Comes to Life I believe art should feel like a story. Because I work primarily with mixed media, there is no cookie-cutter approach to how I build a piece. Every commission is a collaboration, and I want you to see the effort that goes into making sure your artwork feels right for your specific space. #### The Techniques Behind the Texture * **Layering for Depth:** I use heavy modeling pastes and palette knives to create relief. This isn't flat art. It is tactile and designed to change as the light in your room shifts throughout the day. * **Pyrography:** For the wood pieces, I use heat-station burning. It is a slow, meditative process. Unlike painting, you cannot 'erase' a burn, which means every line requires total focus. * **Custom Tooling:** Sometimes the right tool doesn't exist. I frequently adapt syringes, markers, and custom droppers to get those fluid, abstract lines that a standard brush just cannot achieve. #### Why the Process Matters My studio in Mumbai is where these ideas are tested. If you are ordering a large-scale piece, I do not just jump onto the big canvas. We analyze your wall color and natural light, and I create physical A4 swatches for you to hold up against your wall. This ensures we are on the same page before I commit to 100+ hours of labor on your final piece. Art is a conversation between the maker and the collector, and I invite you to see exactly how that dialogue unfolds. ## About Rupali Jhaveri Hi, I am Rupali. I do not just paint; I obsess over textures and layers until they feel right. Whether I am burning designs into wood or sculpting on canvas, my goal is to create something that has a soul and fits your home perfectly. 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