--- title: "Celebrity Pencil Portraits | Custom Star Sketches in Graphite" description: "Get hyper-realistic celebrity pencil portraits. I create custom graphite sketches of your favorite stars with intense detailing. Hand-drawn art delivered across India." canonical: https://mytribe.in/bikxu_artist/realistic-portrait-drawing/tributes-to-stars-icons last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Tributes to Stars & Icons Tribe Verified · Custom portraits delivered across India. By [Vikash Tanti](https://mytribe.in/bikxu_artist) · Ships across India · ₹600 per portrait (estimate) Part of [Realistic Portrait Drawing](https://mytribe.in/bikxu_artist/realistic-portrait-drawing). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/bikxu_artist/realistic-portrait-drawing/gallery) I draw celebrities and icons with graphite and charcoal, bringing every detail to life. Here are my tribute portraits captured on paper. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A short tutorial video showing my technique for drawing realistic, flowing hair, demonstrated on a portrait of actress Rashmika Mandanna.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/596caca6-d9f0-44f4-8d06-57728d8b13c0) - ![A finished portrait of Rashmika Mandanna, this time wearing glasses, which adds another layer of detail with reflections and shadows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e172282-9589-47fd-93e5-39667a4f00f0) - [Video: Part three of the process for the artistic portrait of Priyanka Mohan, focusing on the shading of her back and saree.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97b95163-94ff-429c-8c40-275ee14bdefb) - ![The Priyanka Mohan portrait in progress, showing the contrast between the shaded hair and the outlined clothing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b83c6b1e-72f1-4dbb-9e2f-de81eaef1b84) - ![The initial outline for the Priyanka Mohan portrait, showing the composition and grid lines.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be588eb2-7f5f-47c7-aeb6-50d9c3681bb7) - [Video: Part two of the drawing process, showing more detail work on the saree and back.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90a2f42c-fc3f-4a1c-89af-cf5c26152f69) - ![Another work-in-progress shot of the Priyanka Mohan piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/11c4b7db-0ca6-4895-a1f9-41f904a237d3) - [Video: The first progress video, showing the initial shading of the hair and neck.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81fcdc04-62e8-42e9-8140-bd33cceadcb2) - ![The portrait of Kalyani Priyadarshan nearly finished, with just the saree left to shade.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48d8c6b4-3861-408c-a3e1-c1c892a90177) - ![The face and hair are complete in this work-in-progress shot of the Kalyani Priyadarshan drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29624a07-8829-41b0-b309-31a75e3b6950) - ![A close-up of the shading process on the hair and face.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ec606772-84c8-4c44-9602-377e08d37923) - ![The portrait at an earlier stage, showing the face and earring taking shape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e75c39a3-f383-4775-b74f-9a75f9085908) - ![The very first outline of the Kalyani Priyadarshan portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e112d7c9-425c-44ed-a039-7d9408b833e2) - ![A sketch of actor Vijay Thalapathy, focusing on capturing his likeness with a more traditional, cross-hatched shading style.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7c5c4e38-5e6f-4efd-8e63-18ddf418b211) - ![A beautiful sketch of actress Anupama Parameswaran, capturing her radiant smile.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c36aa8b6-7ca9-4b7c-a737-fd39d6b06c33) - ![A portrait of singer Darshan Raval, showcasing my skill in drawing realistic and expressive hair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a96f2918-4dd4-43ba-ab93-9b333ebd1325) - ![A pencil sketch of actress Kiara Advani, framed by the tools used to create it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4f57ecd-0673-454e-b48e-a9fc857f30c2) ## 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. Capturing a star's likeness requires patience and the right tools. I follow a strict process: outlining with a grid for accurate proportions, then building skin tones and hair textures using a mix of graphite grades and compressed charcoal. It is a slow, manual process that I take a lot of pride in. ### Quality and Care I use 180-200 GSM acid-free cartridge paper for all my celebrity sketches. Every piece is coated with a matte fixative spray before shipping to ensure the charcoal stays put and does not smudge in the mail. I pack them in rigid tubes to ensure they reach you exactly as they left my desk. ### Ordering a Tribute If you want a portrait of your favorite actor, musician, or public figure, here is how we can do it: * **Reference Photos:** Clear, high-resolution photos help me capture the eyes and expressions accurately. * **Timeline:** Since each piece takes 40-45 hours, please plan your order with this timeline in mind. * **Shipping:** I deliver across India and ensure the artwork is protected during transit. Whether it is a gift for a superfan or a piece for your own collection, I treat every sketch with the same dedication. Just DM me with the photo you have in mind. ## About Vikash Tanti 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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