--- title: "Custom Portrait Sketches by Mumbai Artist Shivam Pandey for Unique Gifts - mytribe" description: "Capture memories with Custom Portrait Sketches from Mumbai artist Shivam Pandey. Get handmade pencil drawings or spiritual sketches as personalized gifts. Commission your portrait today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/create_by_pencilll last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Shivam Pandey I create realistic pencil and charcoal portraits from your photos. For me, drawing is a form of devotion, turning simple lines into living memories of people and gods. ## Services ### [Custom Portrait Sketches](https://mytribe.in/create_by_pencilll/custom-portrait-sketches) Based in Mumbai; ships across India Typically ₹1,000-2,500 per A4 size, single-person portrait (estimate) - ![This sketch of a child's pure, joyful laugh is one of my favorites. I focus on capturing these fleeting, precious moments in my children's portraits, creating a timeless piece of art for your family to cherish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0ceeea0c-7668-4283-88b9-198882f256fe) - ![A custom couple portrait created from a client's photo. I work carefully to ensure the final pencil sketch captures the likeness and the special connection between two people, making it a perfect anniversary or wedding gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/151a6afd-bc88-4f2d-83ce-ac94741c23d2) - ![This realistic portrait of actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui was a personal project. I spent hours on the details, from the texture of his skin to the intensity in his eyes, to create a powerful and lifelike charcoal drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/465256c2-a7bc-469d-a06d-ca6a42b67d67) - ![I was honored to draw this portrait of an elder. Capturing the wisdom and kindness in her expression was my main goal. These sketches make for a heartfelt gift for parents and grandparents.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d007d194-34d1-47bc-9e41-55542f34a3fa) - ![A detailed pencil sketch of a woman in beautiful traditional attire. I enjoy the challenge of drawing intricate details like the fabric of the saree and the design of the jewelry to create an elegant portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/926414e5-8d2e-4191-827c-8bdcfb5179ca) - ![This is an example of a modern male portrait. I focused on the play of light and shadow, especially on the sunglasses, to give this commissioned sketch a cool, contemporary feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76fd4260-e556-4f62-828f-d468ce4ae18b) - ![A commissioned portrait of a Mumbai Police officer, drawn from his photograph. I take great care in recreating uniforms and professional details accurately to create a respectful and dignified piece of art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7ce122dc-81f6-43fe-b190-82f4100ef9fe) - ![A special commission to celebrate a lifelong bond. This "Best Friends Forever" portrait is a wonderful way to preserve a cherished memory and create a unique friendship gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/63993383-c82b-4326-b2c0-6947bf3b905b) ### [Religious & Spiritual Sketches](https://mytribe.in/create_by_pencilll/religious-spiritual-sketches) Based in Mumbai; ships across India Typically ₹1,000-3,500 per sketch (A4, unframed) (estimate) - ![This is my pencil and charcoal portrait of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. I focused on creating a realistic sketch that captures his strength and vision, paying close attention to the details in his expression and the texture of his attire. A touch of color on the tilak completes the piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/553ec240-4313-4180-ba6b-89260e688666) - [Video: Watch as my sketch of Bal Krishna comes to life. This piece, done in pencil with selective color, shows him with a playful smile, holding pink lotus flowers. The reveal format shows the final artwork emerging, highlighting the vibrant details against the soft shading.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12289f96-391f-4a2e-b430-00536f132aa3) - ![A pencil portrait of Devi Maa, where I aimed to capture the intensity and compassion in her eyes. The drawing is mostly black and white, with detailed line work on her crown and jewelry, but a colored bindi draws focus to her powerful gaze.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c06bca2-a001-42bd-9f4b-2987492b5552) - ![Here is my drawing of Bal Ganesha, capturing his innocent and gentle nature. I used pencil for the shading and added soft color to his dhoti and the ladoo in his hand, bringing a warm and playful feel to the sketch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7804665d-4f61-4249-839e-5b8b6ffd66f1) - ![This pencil sketch captures the pure devotion in the embrace between Lord Ram and his greatest devotee, Hanuman. The entire piece is rendered in black and white, using shading to convey the deep emotion and serenity of the moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f30e0a3-a270-412d-ab7e-afc361b39cae) - [Video: This video shows my process of drawing Lord Ganesha in his traditional, mighty form. You can see how I use pencil to build layers of shading for a realistic, three-dimensional effect, from the texture of his skin to the folds of his dhoti.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a00ce826-413c-4af0-a04e-c82eca425027) - [Video: To help you see how my art looks in a home, here is the Bal Krishna sketch professionally framed. This shows the final presentation of a custom commission, ready to be placed in a pooja room or given as a devotional gift.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4448cbeb-b32d-46ac-9688-738ed60f6d3d) ## Meet your expert ### My story Main hoon Shivam Pandey, Mumbai se. Drawing mere liye bas kaam nahi hai, jaise ek puja ho. Jab Krishna ji ya Ganpati bappa banata hoon, mann shaant ho jata hai. Family portrait deta hoon toh saamne wale ki muskurahat dekh ke dil khush ho jata hai. Ankho mein jo chamak hoti hai, wahi pakadta hoon pencil se. Jai Shri Ram. ### My work - **Custom Pencil and Charcoal Sketches**: Main aapke photo se realistic pencil portrait, custom charcoal sketch, couple ya family portrait, aur god-goddess sketches banata hoon. - **Simple Process, Full Heart**: Bas ek clear photo bhejiye, main usko kagaz par zinda kar deta hoon. Pure dil se banata hoon, sab commission work hai. - **Hyper-Realistic Detailing**: Har sketch mein chhoti chhoti details, emotions, sab dikhane ki koshish karta hoon. Dekhne pe lagta hai photo se bhi zyada asli. - **Unique, Personal Gift**: Handmade family portrait ya Krishna ji sketch, kisi bhi special din ke liye perfect gift hai, ya yaadon ko zinda rakhne ke liye.