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Handmade Portrait Sketches from Your Photos

byUmesh & Saroj ShahLive sketches at India Gate & Studio in South Extension; Delivers across IndiaStarts from₹300 Per PersonView full gallery

We turn your favorite memories into detailed pencil and charcoal art. Send us a clear photo, and we will handle the rest with professional care.

We can turn your photograph into a stunningly realistic sketch. This commissioned portrait shows how we match the reference photo with high detail and accuracy.

We create realistic portrait sketches of individuals and couples from photos. We offer free delivery across India for these special gifts.

Looking for a special gift? A handmade sketch is a perfect choice. We can draw individuals, couples, or children and deliver the finished artwork to you.

A perfect birthday gift for your partner. This video shows a beautiful framed couple sketch that we created from a photo, ready to be ordered.

We also do full-body sketches with detailed backgrounds. This portrait of a man relaxing in a chair was created from a photograph and captures a complete scene.

A customer shares her review of our framed sketches. She highlights the high quality and fine detailing that makes our handmade art look so special.

We have a new collection of high-quality black and gold frames ready for your orders. Framing adds a final touch of elegance to your portrait.

In this video, I explain my process. For me, a sketch is not just lines on paper, it is an emotion and a story. I start with a light outline and build details to bring the portrait to life.

This video shows our gallery wall and answers a common question about price. It takes years of practice to make a sketch in 10 minutes.

A quick look at Saroj finishing a beautiful portrait of a young girl. The text says "10 minute wala sketch Matra 300 rupaye mein".

About Portraits from Your Photos

When you share a photo with me, I don't just copy lines. I spend 2 to 3 hours focusing on the shading and skin texture to ensure the portrait captures your true expression. Every piece is treated with fixative spray so the charcoal stays sharp, and I pack it with multiple layers of bubble wrap so it reaches you anywhere in India without a scratch.

18 years of professional sketching experience — Approved by the tribe
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Umesh & Saroj Shah

Live sketches at India Gate & Studio in South Extension; Delivers across IndiaStarts from ₹300 Per Person

Namaste! I am Umesh Shah, and my wife, Saroj, and I have spent 18 years turning pencil lines into stories. We put the same amount of heart into our studio portraits as we do our live sketches at India Gate. We are just two artists who love our work and want to share that joy with you.

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A side by side comparison of the original photo and my charcoal sketch. You can see how I translate the color photo into a classic, emotional black and white artwork, focusing on texture and expression.7
Here you can see the original photo next to my finished pencil color sketch. My goal is always to elevate the memory, adding artistic warmth and detail while staying true to the original moment.
Reference versus artwork. This comparison shows how I can take a simple photo and turn it into a vibrant, detailed color portrait with a unique artistic feel.
This shows the five reference photos I used to create one single family portrait. This is a great option if you don't have a perfect photo of everyone together.

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The final result of a recent commission. I focused on achieving a soft expression and the delicate details of the saree.
A work-in-progress shot of a portrait, showing the face and hair fully rendered before moving on to the clothing. This layering method is key to realism.

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A peek at a piece I never completed. This is a surrealist pencil sketch of a person embracing an elephant, showing a work in progress.6
A pencil sketch study of three faces, each showing a different expression of surprise or shock. This was a practice piece inspired by a reference I found online.
A close-up of the 'trio' sketch, this time with watercolor added to bring warmth and life to the faces.
Another close-up of the 'trio' piece, focusing on the expressive hands and faces. I love experimenting with different compositions and emotions.

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For this A4 size commissioned sketch, I used a mix of graphite and charcoal on Brustro mixed media paper. The charcoal powder was particularly effective for creating the soft, flowing texture of the clothing, contrasting with the detailed graphite work on the face.
This large A1 size sketch was a commission from a client in Bangalore. It was a challenging yet satisfying piece, especially the intricate, flowing hair. I used graphite and charcoal on Fabriano Academia paper to capture the child's curious expression.
A work-in-progress shot of an A3 size couple portrait commission. Here, you can see one face is fully rendered with realistic shading and detail, while the other is just beginning to take shape from the initial outline.

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An A4 portrait order where the expression was key. I used graphite pencils to carefully render the face, hands, and traditional bangles to bring the photo to life.
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A detailed pencil sketch of Mata Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. I focused on the intricate details of her jewelry and the serene look on her face.

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