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Tributes to Stars & Icons

byVikash TantiShips across IndiaStarts from₹600 per portraitView full gallery

I draw celebrities and icons with graphite and charcoal, bringing every detail to life. Here are my tribute portraits captured on paper.

A short tutorial video showing my technique for drawing realistic, flowing hair, demonstrated on a portrait of actress Rashmika Mandanna.

A finished portrait of Rashmika Mandanna, this time wearing glasses, which adds another layer of detail with reflections and shadows.

Part three of the process for the artistic portrait of Priyanka Mohan, focusing on the shading of her back and saree.

The Priyanka Mohan portrait in progress, showing the contrast between the shaded hair and the outlined clothing.

The initial outline for the Priyanka Mohan portrait, showing the composition and grid lines.

Part two of the drawing process, showing more detail work on the saree and back.

Another work-in-progress shot of the Priyanka Mohan piece.

The first progress video, showing the initial shading of the hair and neck.

The portrait of Kalyani Priyadarshan nearly finished, with just the saree left to shade.

The face and hair are complete in this work-in-progress shot of the Kalyani Priyadarshan drawing.

About Tributes to Stars & Icons

I don't use shortcuts for these tributes. Every portrait I draw takes me between 40 to 45 hours, building layers of graphite and charcoal on acid-free paper. Unlike mass-produced prints, these are original, hand-drawn pieces where I focus on tiny details, like the reflection in the glasses or the specific pattern of an outfit, to ensure the likeness feels real.

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Vikash Tanti

Ships across IndiaStarts from ₹600 per portrait

Hi, I am Vikash. For me, art is about feeling, not just drawing lines. I spend days with my pencils chasing the details that make a face feel real, and I am always grateful when someone connects with my work.

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