--- title: "Parade Float Fabrication: Hire Expert Event Float Builders on Tribe - mytribe" description: "Need a show-stopping parade float or large-scale sculpture? Hire expert artists for custom parade float fabrication and tableaux design. Bring your vision to life for festivals, parades, and exhibitions. Get a quote on Tribe today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication last_updated: 2026-01-10 --- # Parade Float & Large-Scale Sculpture Fabrication By [Chidu](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery) · I design and build custom parade floats and large sculptures for festivals, events, and exhibitions using styrofoam carving and mixed media to create detailed, attention-grabbing art pieces. ## Locations Available for projects across Karnataka ### Travels to - Takes projects across Karnataka (Karnataka, Karnataka, India) ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Life-Size Custom Foam Sculpture (6ft-8ft) 6ft to 8ft high-density EPS foam figure with internal steel armature and weather-resistant acrylic finish. Typically ₹35-55K per sculpture (estimate) #### Fabrication & Structure * **Core Material:** Carved from High-Density EPS (Thermocol) blocks for lightweight durability. * **Internal Support:** Mild Steel (MS) wire or wooden armature skeleton prevents breakage. * **Surface:** Hard shell coating (binder/putty mix) smooths texture for realistic looks. #### Artistry & Finish * **Detailing:** High-definition anatomical carving including muscle definition and drapery. * **Painting:** Full body painting with weather-resistant acrylics, shading, and textural effects. * **Base:** Weighted faux rock or block platform ensures the sculpture stands upright. #### Logistics * **Packaging:** Bubble wrap and corrugated sheet packing included. * **Note:** Transport cost is extra. Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) is not included. ### Full Parade Float Design & Fabrication Turnkey execution on client vehicle including 10ft+ centerpiece, 2-4 life-size figures, steel chassis welding, and theatrical set design. Typically ₹3-5.5L per float project (estimate) #### Concept & Structural Base * **Design:** Custom sketching of theme (Mythological or Social) for approval. * **Framework:** On-site welding of temporary Mild Steel (MS) chassis onto client vehicle. * **Flooring:** Plywood or metal sheet flooring covered with artificial grass carpets. #### Sculptures & Set Design * **Centerpiece:** One massive 10ft to 12ft structure (Temple, Deity, or Monument). * **Supporting Figures:** 2 to 4 Life-sized human or animal characters positioned in a narrative scene. * **Landscaping:** Extensive artificial foliage, faux waterfalls, and rock formations to hide vehicle parts. #### Finishing Touches * **Painting:** High-contrast, vibrant spray painting visible from distance and at night. * **Signage:** Thermo-cut 3D lettering for department or district names. * **Support:** Team accompanies float during parade for emergency repairs. #### Critical Exclusions * **Vehicle:** Truck/Lorry rental and driver must be provided by client. * **Power:** Generator (DG Set) and professional serial lighting are not included. ## About Parade Float & Large-Scale Sculpture Fabrication ### Bringing Big Ideas to Life I’m a *kalavida* (artist) who loves making art that’s too wild for just a canvas. When an idea feels *swalpa dodda scale alli* (a bit too big), I take it to the streets with my team. We build parade floats and giant sculptures that grab attention and spark conversations. ### Parade Floats That Stand Out Designing and fabricating custom parade float design is what I do best. My team and I have worked on floats for Zilla Panchayats in Kolar and Mandya, and big festival parades like Dasara. Seeing our work rolling through the crowd is a *sakkath* (awesome) moment every time. ### Telling Stories Through Art Every float and sculpture has its own vibe. Some celebrate our culture - temple structures, sages, even a massive Shiva Lingam. Others push social messages, like the farming and water conservation float with a giant golden tap. I also love capturing nature and village life, from rural homes to animal sculptures. ### Sculptures Beyond the Parade It’s not just about wheels. We also do festival sculpture fabrication for exhibitions and events. Think huge tigers, waterfalls, or anything that makes people stop and stare. ### How We Make It Happen - Start with big blocks of styrofoam and carve out the dream - Paint every detail so it pops - Build the scene with mixed media - artificial grass, foliage, water effects For me, it’s more than work. It’s putting my *manasu* (heart) out there for everyone to see. ## Highlights Browse through Chidu's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication/featured) - ![This float, featuring a sage before a temple, is one of my proudest creations. I designed it for a major festival parade, focusing on the intricate details of the temple structure and the peaceful expression of the sage to create a powerful, moving spectacle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0c0f5ee-768f-41f2-b970-af0730542ad9) - ![Art can also carry an important message. For this float, I created a scene about water conservation and farming, with a giant golden tap as the centerpiece to grab attention and make people think about this vital resource.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c15f4c79-43d8-48dd-8e37-f2f4769fee92) - ![I love bringing the power of nature to life. This large-scale sculpture shows a tiger and a deer by a waterfall, all carved and painted to look as realistic as possible. It's a great example of how I create dynamic wildlife scenes for exhibitions and events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc9281ce-f6ca-49d7-8ddd-17e4a78bf13f) - ![This float was a special project I did for the Kolar Zilla Panchayat. The design is centered around a large, bold Shiva Lingam, complete with a Trishula and the Om symbol, to create a strong statement of faith and culture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53ccfcad-203a-4ff5-9cf7-818dcd6370d9) - [Video: Come see how the magic happens. This video shows my team and me at work in our studio, turning simple blocks of styrofoam into detailed sculptures and bringing big ideas to life with our hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8e97855-4c9e-4981-a917-21a626e17e4a) - ![For the Mandya Zilla Panchayat, I designed this float with a serene goddess figure surrounded by lush greenery and birds. The goal was to create a beautiful and calm scene that celebrates nature and divinity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/886d348a-f204-4d63-8ad4-c037bca67fea) - ![There is nothing like seeing one of my completed floats moving through the streets at night. This photo captures the atmosphere of a festival parade, with the lights and the crowd making the art feel truly alive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/915253de-b9ed-4b96-8703-53a3df8fa3a5) ### [Cultural & Religious Spectacles](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication/cultural-religious-spectacles) - ![This float, featuring a sage before a temple, is one of my proudest creations. I designed it for a major festival parade, focusing on the intricate details of the temple structure and the peaceful expression of the sage to create a powerful, moving spectacle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0c0f5ee-768f-41f2-b970-af0730542ad9) - ![This float was a special project I did for the Kolar Zilla Panchayat. The design is centered around a large, bold Shiva Lingam, complete with a Trishula and the Om symbol, to create a strong statement of faith and culture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/53ccfcad-203a-4ff5-9cf7-818dcd6370d9) - ![For the Mandya Zilla Panchayat, I designed this float with a serene goddess figure surrounded by lush greenery and birds. The goal was to create a beautiful and calm scene that celebrates nature and divinity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/886d348a-f204-4d63-8ad4-c037bca67fea) - ![There is nothing like seeing one of my completed floats moving through the streets at night. This photo captures the atmosphere of a festival parade, with the lights and the crowd making the art feel truly alive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/915253de-b9ed-4b96-8703-53a3df8fa3a5) ### [Storytelling for Social & Rural Themes](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication/storytelling-for-social-rural-themes) - ![Art can also carry an important message. For this float, I created a scene about water conservation and farming, with a giant golden tap as the centerpiece to grab attention and make people think about this vital resource.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c15f4c79-43d8-48dd-8e37-f2f4769fee92) - ![This parade float captures the energy of a village festival. It features a traditionally decorated bull, a farmer, and a tiger character, all sculpted and painted to bring a folk tale to life on the streets.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/610cce82-921a-41f5-873c-1f39a60ce045) - ![Here I am with my team in front of a float depicting a classic village home. We included small details like the tiled roof and a lizard on a branch to make the scene feel authentic and familiar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9bcd9bd5-adc2-4068-8ee7-180a337e169b) ### [Wildlife & Nature Sculptures](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication/wildlife-nature-sculptures) - ![I love bringing the power of nature to life. This large-scale sculpture shows a tiger and a deer by a waterfall, all carved and painted to look as realistic as possible. It's a great example of how I create dynamic wildlife scenes for exhibitions and events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bc9281ce-f6ca-49d7-8ddd-17e4a78bf13f) - ![This is a look at the fabrication process in my workshop. These two deer sculptures are being hand-carved from styrofoam, showing how we build the basic form before adding color and final details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81784d9d-3e18-4b15-a27a-5ff2769a5876) ### [From Foam to Float: Our Process](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/parade-float-large-scale-sculpture-fabrication/from-foam-to-float-our-process) - [Video: Come see how the magic happens. This video shows my team and me at work in our studio, turning simple blocks of styrofoam into detailed sculptures and bringing big ideas to life with our hands.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b8e97855-4c9e-4981-a917-21a626e17e4a) - ![This is a look at the fabrication process in my workshop. These two deer sculptures are being hand-carved from styrofoam, showing how we build the basic form before adding color and final details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81784d9d-3e18-4b15-a27a-5ff2769a5876) - ![This is my team, the artists who help me bring these huge projects to life. We put our hearts into every float and sculpture we create, and it's always a proud moment to stand next to our finished work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9bcd9bd5-adc2-4068-8ee7-180a337e169b) ## Meet your expert [Chidu](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery) ### My story Hey, I’m Chidu. Art is everything for me. You’ll usually find me sketching Kannada stars - Appu sir, Yash boss, Sudeep sir, Vishnu dada... I draw them with full heart. Sometimes I sit for hours just to get that smile right - ‘Nagutiru nee paramathma’ (Keep smiling, supreme soul). Gods like Shiva, Krishna, Jai Shri Ram - I love sketching them too. Parade tablo work with my team is fun, but mostly it’s me and my pencil, fighting with the paper. I hope my art shows my heart. ### My work - **Custom handmade art**: I create pencil sketches, realistic family portraits, color pencil art, charcoal work, scribble art, and blood art. - **Photo to portrait**: Send me your photo, I’ll make it come alive on paper using grid method for accuracy. - **Celebrity and god sketches**: I love drawing Kannada celebrity pencil sketches, Hindu god charcoal artwork, and even cricketers or movie characters. - **Flexible styles**: Realistic shading is my main style, but I also do acrylic paintings and scribble art commissions. ## More services from Chidu - [Custom Portraits & Commissioned Art](https://mytribe.in/chidu_art_gallery/custom-portraits-commissioned-art) · ₹1,200-9,000 per artwork (estimate) ## Book To book Chidu, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Parade%20Float%20%26%20Large-Scale%20Sculpture%20Fabrication%20by%20Chidu.)