Custom Digital Portraits and Artistic Tributes
This collection gives you a glimpse into my work, from heartfelt custom portraits of your loved ones to digital tributes for the legends and deities who inspire us. Each piece is a hand-painted story.
This custom digital portrait is a celebration of joy and tradition. I focused on creating a painterly effect with vibrant colors to capture her bright personality, blending a modern portrait with a full-length traditional look to create a complete and personal piece of art.
It was a true honor to present my custom portrait to the incredible singer Padma Wadkar. Seeing the joy that a piece of art can bring is the greatest reward for me as an artist. This is what makes a personalized gift so special.
Beyond my colorful painterly style, I also create minimalist line art portraits. This black and white illustration focuses on form and shadow, offering a modern and clean aesthetic for a timeless custom portrait.
This video shows my process of bringing the great Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to life on the digital canvas. For me, each stroke is a form of devotion, starting from a simple sketch and building layers of color and light to capture his powerful presence.
I create tribute portraits to honor the legacies of those who have inspired us. This piece is for the legendary architect B.V. Doshi, where I aimed to capture the warmth and wisdom in his smile through a soft, painterly style.
Art is my prayer. Here you can see me creating a digital painting of Lord Ganesha on my tablet. I use bold, expressive strokes and warm colors to convey a sense of divine energy and blessing.
To celebrate India's T20 World Cup victory, I created this piece to capture the historic moment of triumph. This digital illustration honors the monumental achievement of our cricket legends, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
About this collection
When I create a portrait, I focus on capturing the emotion behind the expression. Whether you want a vibrant, painterly oil style or a clean, minimalist line art illustration, I work from your favorite photo to create a high-resolution digital file that stays true to the original memory. It takes me about 4 to 6 days to finalize these, ensuring every stroke adds the personal touch you are looking for.
I started creating digital art because I believe a painted landscape or a portrait of a loved one holds something deeper than the original photo. My process begins with your reference image, which I then paint using Procreate on my tablet, manually layering colors, light, and shadow until the piece feels right.
My Approach to Custom Art
I offer two main styles for personal commissions. The first is a digital oil painting style, which mimics traditional brushwork and is perfect for gifts or keepsakes that need a rich, colorful feel. The second is a minimalist line art style, which uses high-contrast, black-and-white lines to create a modern, clean look.
What You Get
All my portrait services deliver a high-resolution digital file at 300 DPI. This means you can print your art on canvas, paper, or even merchandise up to A2 size without losing quality. If you prefer a physical product, I also offer a service where I handle the printing on textured paper and synthetic wood framing, delivered to your doorstep.
Beyond Portraits
While I love capturing family memories, a significant part of my work is dedicated to tributes and spiritual art. This includes digital paintings of cultural figures, historical leaders like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and deities. I find that these pieces connect people to their roots, just as my custom portraits connect people to each other. Whether it is a birthday, an anniversary, or a tribute to an icon, I am here to turn your idea into a meaningful piece of art.
Atharva S Barapatre
I’m Atharva, and for me, art is really a form of prayer. Whether I am painting a portrait of your family or a tribute to someone I admire, I try to pour a bit of my soul into every stroke to make sure it feels genuine.
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