--- title: "Live Portrait Sketching: Hand-Drawn Event Art in Bengaluru" description: "Book Basit for live portrait sketching in Bengaluru. Get custom ink and watercolor portraits that capture the emotion of your event. Real, hand-drawn memories." canonical: https://mytribe.in/baasi.in/live-art-event-sketching/live-portraits-capturing-faces-feelings last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Live Portrait Sketching: Hand-Drawn Event Art Tribe Verified · Live event sketching across Bengaluru venues By [Basit](https://mytribe.in/baasi.in) · Available in Bengaluru and travels across India · ₹2,500 Per Hour (estimate) Part of [Live Art & Event Sketching](https://mytribe.in/baasi.in/live-art-event-sketching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/baasi.in/live-art-event-sketching/gallery) I don't believe in stiff, formal portraits. I sketch real laughter and genuine emotions in real-time, giving your guests a piece of art to take home. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Sometimes, I prefer to just enjoy the moment without a camera. I sketched this woman in a cafe and her look of mixed excitement and happiness when I showed it to her was something I'll never forget. It’s these unrecorded, genuine reactions that make live sketching so special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/63b0a62f-b4d1-4fef-855f-fa95a0028db7) - [Video: There's a unique magic in sketching someone live and seeing their face light up. This video captures some of my favorite moments in Vietnam, where I drew portraits of strangers. Their raw, unfiltered reactions are the real treasure and the reason I love what I do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0df6ee29-e1ef-4b28-9f0d-63e618396a85) - [Video: The moment I decided to start painting portraits live, everything changed for me. Here’s a gouache portrait I created during a live session. It’s not perfect, but it represents a leap of faith and a new chapter in my artistic adventure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9d53e70-c6b7-47bd-a5a9-cb669ff0d155) - [Video: People often tell me I seem bad at live drawing, and maybe they are right sometimes. But with practice, I'm getting better at capturing a person's likeness. This video shows my process of sketching a stranger in a cafe, a reminder that every attempt is a step forward.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0434d394-d61e-4861-ae51-bab227d4bcf3) - [Video: I couldn't leave Auroville without sketching this cutie, Maxi. While others were taking photos, I wanted to capture his warm presence with my watercolors. Some moments just deserve to be held on paper, and this was one of them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c2d0e2c-1408-4749-8a20-93dce35885bd) - [Video: A day spent sketching with the Urban Sketchers Bengaluru group. I captured this moment of a man with his cat at Cubbon Park. It’s these quiet, everyday interactions between people and their pets that I love to observe and draw.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71fc3ca1-7b14-4a93-9605-0b34dfa0d8dc) - [Video: I'm not much of a reader, but give me a canvas and I can get lost for hours. Here, I painted a stranger engrossed in his book at the park. It’s fascinating to capture someone so deep in their own world, and I even got to say hello to his dog, Ringo.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/360eaa16-fabf-4867-b489-f7ca0773c898) - [Video: Plein air painting isn't just about the art; it's about the connections you make. These kids gathered around me while I was painting, their curiosity and smiles adding so much joy to the process. Their presence was a beautiful reminder of why I do this.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4185630c-1c71-4ccf-b82e-1cb568d19772) - [Video: I spent an afternoon painting a cityscape from a friend's rooftop, and his cat, Techno, decided to join in. Having a furry companion watch over my work added a special, comforting vibe to the whole session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2ef0699-1e7a-405c-9343-404a5ea4d983) - [Video: Live painting has been a game changer for me. I used to feel like I was bad at it, but practicing outdoors has helped me understand light, shadow, and color in a new way. It's a magical experience to see your skills grow with every piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2877b24d-b963-4581-9edb-b60b3bb59cd8) - ![A quick, expressive sketch of a "Chetta" (brother) from my time in Thrissur. I used a mix of pen and marker to capture his character in just a few lines.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f044a337-aecb-42b4-ac08-7fa7c52d90da) ## About Live Portraits: Capturing Faces & Feelings I work with quick-drying watercolours and waterproof pigment liners, allowing me to complete 8 to 10 portraits per hour without keeping your guests waiting. Every sketch is handed over in a protective sleeve, so they can walk away with their drawing immediately without worrying about smudges. I do not need a stage or a spotlight, just a chair and a little bit of breathing room to capture the scene. Live sketching is more than just drawing; it is about blending into the crowd and catching those candid moments that cameras often miss. When I set up my compact easel, I am not just creating a portrait. I am observing the vibe—the way a person laughs, the specific expression in their eyes, the energy of the party. I typically use 300 GSM cold-press watercolour paper. This gives the final sketch a professional, lasting feel, something your guests will actually want to frame rather than lose in a bag. Whether you are hosting a cozy house party in Indiranagar or a high-energy wedding at a resort on the outskirts of Bengaluru, I adapt to the flow of the room. For smaller groups, I can sit at a fixed station and create detailed ink-and-wash portraits. For larger, busier events, I can roam the floor to catch people mid-conversation. I work with gouache for more vibrant, opaque colours if that suits your event theme better, or stick to traditional ink and wash for a cleaner, urban sketch look. My setup is simple and non-intrusive. I only need a well-lit corner, a chair, and a clear line of sight to the people or the focal point of your event. If you want something that feels human, raw, and completely hand-drawn, let's talk about how to fit my sketchbook into your plans. ## About Basit I'm Basit, a Kerala boy who found his true calling in the streets of Bangalore. I don't do boring, stiff portraits. I prefer catching people as they are—laughing, talking, and just living. 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