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Realistic Graphite Portraits

byChandan DevadigShips across IndiaStarts from₹1,800 Per Portrait (Single Face)View full gallery

Hand-drawn memories that capture real emotions. I use professional-grade graphite to turn your favorite photographs into timeless, detailed black-and-white art.

A commissioned graphite pencil sketch capturing a bright, happy smile. This is a perfect example of how a simple photograph can be turned into a cherished piece of hand-drawn art, ideal for a personal gift.

This commissioned graphite portrait features a man in a traditional pheta. I focused on achieving a realistic likeness and capturing the fine details of the fabric, making it a dignified and personal piece of art.

A custom graphite portrait of a young man. The focus here was on creating a soft, friendly expression with subtle shading. These pencil sketches are a great way to capture the personality of a loved one.

A tribute to the character 'The Professor' from Money Heist. This piece combines a graphite sketch of the character with a colored acrylic rendering of the iconic mask, showing how I can blend styles for a unique pop culture portrait.

This artwork is a homage to the Money Heist series, combining a graphite drawing of the Royal Mint of Spain with a charcoal depiction of the Dali mask. It's an example of creating a thematic piece based on a favorite show.

About Realistic Graphite Portraits

I always share a digital outline with you before I begin the final shading. This gives us a chance to align on the composition and likeness, ensuring you are happy with the direction before the pencil touches the paper for the final work.

Hand-drawn commissioned portraits for clients across India. — Approved by the tribe
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Chandan Devadig

Ships across IndiaStarts from ₹1,800 Per Portrait (Single Face)

I'm Chandan, and for me, art is about capturing what others might miss. I spend hours on these sketches, not just to copy a photo, but to bring that specific smile or emotion to life for you.

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A finished A4 graphite sketch capturing a warm, gentle smile. The soft shading in the background helps the portrait stand out, and I paid close attention to the fabric details of her saree.7
It’s always a joy to see a happy client with their finished artwork. Here, she holds the framed graphite sketch I created for her.
This detailed pencil sketch was for a Mother's Day contest winner. I loved capturing the intricate design of her saree's border and her serene expression.
A closer look at the finished graphite sketch where I merged two separate childhood photos. The challenge was to make them look like they were always in the same picture, and I'm so happy with the result.

Hand-Drawn Graphite Portraits

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Ishika VishwakarmaShips across India
A happy client holding his freshly sketched portrait at the office. I enjoy doing these quick, live sketches to capture people in their natural environment.13
The finished quick portrait, sketched on colored paper to add warmth. Using graphite with white highlights helps to create depth and bring the subject's thoughtful expression to life.
A closer look at the pencil portrait, showing the detailed shading on the face and hair. Even in a quick sketch, I focus on capturing the light and structure of the features.

Custom Pencil & Graphite Portraits

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Kalaa RahasyaAvailable Online; Ships across India
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Custom Charcoal and Pencil Portraits

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Shikha GoelPickup in Electronic City & On-site work across Bengaluru
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A commissioned graphite sketch of an elder, where the focus was on capturing his kind eyes and gentle expression. This type of portrait makes for a deeply personal and cherished family heirloom.
My pencil sketch tribute to "Tulunad Manikya" Arvind Bolar, a beloved actor from my home region. It's an honor to draw the figures who define our local culture.
A detailed graphite portrait of cricketer Virat Kohli, capturing his famous smile. I enjoy drawing inspirational figures who are at the top of their game.

Lifelike Pencil & Charcoal Portraits

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Mithun ShettyStudio in Arekere; Delivers across Karnataka
A detailed graphite portrait of cricketer Virat Kohli, drawn on 200gsm paper. I focus on achieving a realistic likeness and capturing the subject's personality through their expression.16
This is a graphite pencil sketch of actor Aamir Khan from his younger days. Creating portraits of idols is a joy, and I work to get every detail just right, from the hair texture to the look in their eyes.
A graphite portrait of the talented singer Darshan Raval, capturing his joyful expression. This sketch was done on 200gsm paper, which is excellent for layering graphite to create depth.
Here is my pencil portrait of actress Kajal Aggarwal, focusing on her gentle smile. I use different grades of graphite pencils to create soft shadows and highlights for a realistic effect.

Custom Pencil & Graphite Portraits

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R.K. AjjuartsAvailable online
Here is a finished A4 size commission of a beautiful client. I focused on the soft texture of her hair and the intricate patterns on her traditional attire, using different grades of graphite pencils to achieve depth.15
A work-in-progress shot of a portrait. You can see how I start with the eyes, as they are the soul of any sketch. This detailed layering process is key to achieving a realistic effect.
A custom graphite portrait capturing a quiet moment between a couple. My goal here was to translate the connection and affection from their photo onto paper, creating a cherished keepsake.
This hyper-realistic sketch of a girl's sorrowful expression is one of my most emotional pieces. I used fine pencils and blending stumps to create the realistic tears and the depth in her eyes.

Hand-Drawn Realistic Pencil Portraits

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Khushi SharmaShips across India

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