Hand-Painted Landscape Art and Live Sketching by Alok Rao
I carry my sketchbook everywhere, from temple ghats to train rides, capturing moments as they happen. Whether you need a live artist for your event or a landscape painting of your favorite view, I bring the magic of travel to your canvas.
I painted this scene live at Somnath Temple. It was a blessing to sit by the sea and capture the spiritual energy of the place, with the waves crashing and the temple flag flying.
Holding my finished painting in front of the real location at Somnath. This is what 'en plein air' painting is all about.
The view from an airplane window, painted with acrylics. I was inspired by the magic of the city lights from thousands of feet up in the air.
The painting in progress. I used a lot of black paint to create the night sky and then carefully added the glowing city grid.
A quick sketch made with colored pens during my travels in the mountains. I love capturing the feeling of these remote houses nestled in the green hills.
A painting of Krishna's feet, created outdoors with a beautiful lake view as my backdrop. I used soft pastels and acrylics for this piece.
A short clip showing the details of the painting of Krishna's feet, with the natural landscape behind it.
Holding up the finished artwork against the scenery that inspired it. Art and nature are deeply connected for me.
On a train from Delhi to Saputara, I did a live sketch for a fellow passenger. It's always fun to share art and see people's reactions.
About Art on the Go: Landscapes & Live Sketches
People often ask how I manage to paint while travelling or in busy public spaces. It is about finding that one quiet corner amidst the chaos. If you are looking for a live artist for your event, I bring that same focus, sketching your guests or the atmosphere in real time, no matter how lively the venue gets.
Painting on the move
Painting outdoors or at events is a different experience compared to a studio setup. When I paint 'en plein air' at places like the ghats of Somnath or from a train window, I have to be fast and intuitive. Lighting changes, people move, and the moment shifts. I use portable mediums like water-soluble pastels and lightweight acrylics to keep the process fluid.
Live event sketching
For live events, I do not just sketch; I engage. Whether it is a birthday party, a corporate gathering, or a family function in Delhi NCR, my live sketching services bring an interactive element to your event. Guests get to watch the process unfold, and they walk away with a personalized piece of art that serves as a memory of the day.
How we can work together
- Live Sketches: I can set up a small station at your venue to sketch guests or create a live painting of the event atmosphere.
- Landscape Commissions: If you have a favorite photo of a travel spot, a mountain view, or a city skyline, I can recreate it on canvas.
- Process: I use acid-free paper and high-quality inks or acrylics that are protected with fixative or varnish to ensure the artwork lasts.
If you have a scene in mind or an event coming up, let us talk about how we can capture it.
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