Behind the Scenes of My Art
Ever wonder how a blank screen or canvas turns into a portrait? I love sharing my process—the sketches, the color blocks, and the final details. Take a look at how your ideas come to life.
Watch how I build a digital portrait from a simple circle to a fully shaded character. It's all about layering and slowly adding details.
A quick time-lapse of how I painted the little chick. You can see how I use different brushes to create a soft, fluffy texture.
This video shows the process for a realistic digital portrait. I start by blocking in the main shapes and colors and then refine everything until it looks right.
A quick look into my world as an artist. This reel shows a mix of my traditional art, from oil paintings to detailed drawings.
I work in both traditional and digital mediums. This video shows a little comparison between my physical drawings and my digital paintings.
Art is all about color for me. Here’s a collection of my work, showing how I use different color palettes from monochrome to vibrant.
Just a quick hello and a glimpse at some of my favorite pieces, including a detailed eye drawing and a soft pastel pet portrait.
A little video showing me and my art. Every piece I create, whether it's a traditional painting or a digital illustration, is a part of my journey.
About My Creative Process
My creative process is as much about the mistakes as it is about the final result. I don't hide the messy sketches or the initial color blocks because that is where the real magic happens. When you order a commission, I often share these stage-by-stage updates with you, so you are part of the journey from that first rough line to the final detail.
I truly believe art is my peace. Like the song goes, 'Hor kise naal bann di ni meri, Tere naal rehna chaunda dil mera'—my heart just wants to be with art. That philosophy drives how I work, whether I am picking up a digital stylus or a paintbrush.
How I Work
- Digital Portraits: I primarily use Procreate and Illustrator to craft your pieces. I start by mapping out the basic structure and shapes, then move to layering and shading until the final output is crisp and high-resolution. I provide these in 300 DPI, perfect for printing or social media.
- Traditional Art: When it comes to charcoal, graphite, or oil, the process changes. For physical canvases, I work on primed cotton or high-quality paper. If you order an oil or acrylic painting, please keep in mind that I need 2-4 weeks to allow for proper drying and layering. This patience is necessary for a high-quality finish that will last for years.
- Transparency: I share behind-the-scenes videos because I want you to feel connected to your artwork. Seeing the transition from a simple circle sketch to a fully shaded character is how I build trust. You get to approve the work during the intermediate stages, ensuring we are on the same page before I finalize the details.
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