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title: "Hand-Painted Divine Portraits & Spiritual Art in Delhi"
description: "Bring peace to your home with custom, hand-painted divine portraits. I create detailed, spiritual art of Krishna and Mahadev using acrylics, shipping across India."
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# Hand-Painted Divine Portraits & Spiritual Art

Tribe Verified · Hand-painted spiritual art across India

By [Alok Yadav](https://mytribe.in/artist_alok_rao) · Ships across Delhi NCR and anywhere in India · ₹2,000 per sketch (A4 to A3 size) (estimate)

Part of [Custom Commissioned Artwork](https://mytribe.in/artist_alok_rao/custom-commissioned-artwork). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/artist_alok_rao/custom-commissioned-artwork/gallery)

I believe that art is a form of prayer. When I paint these divine portraits, I am not just creating an image, but trying to capture the energy and peace of deities like Krishna and Mahadev. Each brushstroke is my way of connecting, and I hope these pieces bring the same sense of calm to your space.

## Photos and videos

- ![A finished portrait of Radha Rani, painted with acrylics on paper. I focused on her serene expression and the intricate details of her jewelry and the peacock feather.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9e63aef2-9f91-45b6-8f61-a1e83d050c85)
- [Video: This video shows the 42-hour journey of creating my Radha Rani painting. You can see the layers build up, from the base colors to the final delicate highlights that bring her to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5069165f-18e2-4cfe-9c60-2671c2d2a195)
- ![Holding the finished Radha ji painting. It feels special to create something that connects people to their faith.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eee01053-a234-4efd-99c5-75611f94327a)
- ![A close-up view of the Radha portrait, showing the fine brushwork on her expressive, bright blue eyes and traditional attire.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/551d6df7-0449-4010-ae26-5717b888e219)
- ![Another angle of the completed Radha painting, held against a natural background to highlight the colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09f87de1-6abc-411d-9f58-f0f080ed89fc)
- [Video: A short clip focusing on the details of my Radha ji acrylic painting, especially the eyes that hold so much emotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3fa4945-5de5-4328-a787-4f81dd65e561)
- ![A sweet portrait of Little Krishna, or Kanha, playing his flute. I used acrylics on canvas to give him a gentle and innocent expression.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3206ab3b-3ca3-4190-b151-21fa40f47335)
- [Video: See the process behind my Little Krishna painting. It starts with a blank Faber-Castell canvas board and a detailed pencil sketch before I add the first layers of acrylic paint.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bebc3b97-78d3-4cf0-a47b-60f966de37a0)
- ![The full view of my Bal Gopal painting, showing the soft background and the vibrant details of his peacock feather and flowers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9250d6b-23fc-4e2e-b90e-499906d22432)
- ![Holding up the finished Kanha painting. I love how the colors look in the natural light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eab0de48-b525-41b9-ac86-45223fb17eb7)
- ![A portrait of Krishna in a moment of deep thought. I used soft pastels and acrylics to create this moody and emotional piece, with "Radha" written on his necklace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/95ee8638-b69d-44a0-972c-0c77770cab28)
- [Video: After 28 hours of hard work, here is the final reveal of my Krishna painting with a floral crown. This piece is full of intricate details and vibrant colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97242261-83a1-43b0-b496-1c7678a0835d)
- [Video: This was my first time using acrylics for such a detailed piece. This video shows the entire process, from the black background to the final touches on Krishna's ornaments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/480a15e2-d39f-462a-bb28-b6d5bd36c49b)
- ![The initial grid sketch for the detailed Krishna portrait. This is a crucial step to ensure all the proportions and details are perfect before I start painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/629a8402-bd01-4ef6-8496-352dab7dc724)
- ![The painting in progress. Here you can see the face and floral crown are almost complete, while the rest of the body is still a line drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0573136-ae0f-4bb0-9440-334a5cf73f7e)
- ![Adding more color and detail to the Krishna painting. The orange cloth and flower garlands are starting to take shape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9def2826-1ac1-422e-bf4c-245ce4e3705c)
- [Video: A close-up video showing the fine brushwork as I add details to Krishna's face and crown. Each stroke is done with care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/712f669a-d760-46e9-bafc-22a9e26a7563)
- [Video: More progress on the Krishna painting. This video shows me working on the intricate details of the flowers in his crown.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcb73279-3f84-41ef-9c7a-9f198eeded32)
- [Video: A time-lapse of my cosmic Krishna painting. I started with a grid sketch and slowly layered acrylics to create the deep blue skin and sparkling, galaxy-like effect.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e01653eb-7b4a-4cdf-a918-902f640748ee)
- ![An in-progress shot of the cosmic Krishna painting. The grid lines are still visible as I begin to paint the jeweled turban.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/972ceed8-179d-42be-8950-074e8c66fb94)
- [Video: This video shows the careful process of painting the jewels on Krishna's turban. I use a very fine brush to get the details just right.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ff7404a-ae6b-41fd-909e-1b57f93a050d)
- [Video: The journey begins with a pencil sketch. This is the foundation for the realistic Krishna painting, using a grid to ensure accuracy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28febc51-8550-40f9-952e-db95c1129dcb)
- ![Here I am adding the final touches to my Mahadev painting. The use of a fine brush helps create the glowing embers and intricate details on his rudraksha beads.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/259a6d62-4f09-464a-a21e-362f777a4ea6)
- ![The completed Mahadev portrait on my workspace, next to my brushes. The contrast of the warm orange light against his cool blue skin creates a powerful, meditative mood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1783b99e-9894-49fd-814d-40420ade7d58)
- ![A painting of Lord Shiva done with blue acrylics in a splash art style. This technique gives the piece a modern and dynamic feel while honoring his powerful presence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81b452e9-4c0a-45b9-9599-bec965565514)
- [Video: This was my first time painting with acrylics. This video shows how I created the splash effect background and then carefully painted the form of Mahadev.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0e801da-4340-4060-85b2-16259926dbd7)
- [Video: A Mahashivratri special piece. I wanted to create something unique, so I used a splash background to frame this portrait of a meditating Shiva.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9a1dec22-d3d1-4b98-b442-02ba8c1e2c62)
- [Video: A work-in-progress video of another Shiva painting for Shivratri. It starts with a detailed sketch on a grid, and then I begin to build up the background colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b77e89e7-e8c4-48c3-a7ec-0acbd7234351)
- ![A powerful portrait of Lord Ram, ready to aim his bow. I used acrylics against a dark background with a red sun to create a dramatic and intense scene. Jai Siya Ram.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce13fa70-a54f-43b1-aeac-7a0aea3e9b52)
- ![The painting of Shree Ram in progress. Here, I am just starting to add the blue color to his skin over the initial sketch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b285548-ca39-42c9-b04a-c3f06a7ae624)
- [Video: Watch the process of this Lord Ram painting. From the first layers of paint on his face to the detailing of his clothes, the piece slowly comes together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab12a8a0-b416-4d6c-b40b-886b9b26974d)
- [Video: A pencil sketch of Shri Krishna, based on the classic depiction. This shows the level of detail I can achieve with just graphite before even starting to paint.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/82fc3e54-ccc6-4ab6-b11e-b6cbb9bf7f42)
- [Video: Work in progress on a Radha Krishna painting. This video shows the early stages, where I am blocking in the colors for Krishna's face and hair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d84d2552-847f-4bb2-9245-51d4e18c7bc9)

## About Divine Portraits: The Face of Faith

Every portrait is a labor of love, often taking 30 to 70 hours of layering to complete. I start with detailed grid sketches to ensure the proportions are just right, then build up the colors with heavy-body acrylics to give the skin tones and jewelry a lifelike depth before sealing the piece with a protective varnish.

My approach to spiritual art is rooted in patience and devotion. Whether you are looking for a portrait of Bal Gopal with his flute or the serene face of Radha Rani, I treat every commission as a personal offering.

### How I Bring Your Vision to Life

I work primarily with heavy-body acrylics on 300GSM paper or rigid canvas boards, which gives the paintings a rich texture that makes the divine figures truly stand out.

*   **The Sketch:** I use a grid technique to map out the facial features and intricate jewelry, ensuring the expression captures the exact emotion you want.
*   **The Painting:** I build the image in layers, which is why a single piece can take anywhere from 30 to 70 hours. This slow process allows me to get the details right, from the peacock feather to the floral crown.
*   **The Finish:** Every painting is double-coated with a gloss varnish to protect it from dust, UV rays, and smudging, ensuring it remains vibrant for years to come.

### Shipping & Framing

I ship these paintings anywhere in India. I protect each piece with butter paper and rigid cardboard sheets so they arrive flat and perfectly safe. They come unframed, which gives you the freedom to choose a frame that matches your home decor.

If you have a specific form of Krishna or Shiva in mind, or a particular scene from our epics that you want on your wall, send me a message. I am always open to discussing new ideas and creating something meaningful for your home.

## About Alok Yadav

I am Alok, a self-taught artist based in Delhi. I don't follow fancy art school rules; I just follow my faith and my paintbrush, creating the faces of deities that bring peace to my own life.

[See all of Alok Yadav's services](https://mytribe.in/artist_alok_rao)

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