--- title: "Live Artist in UP: Portraits, Workshops & Murals by Faizan" description: "Hire Faizan, a professional artist for live charcoal portraits, custom acrylic murals, and watercolor workshops in UP. Book a unique, artistic experience today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/featured last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Live Art, Portraits & Creative Workshops by Faizan Tribe Verified · Award-winning artist, Lalit Kala Akademi By [Mohammad Faizan](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01) · Travels for live art and workshops across Uttar Pradesh · ₹1,200 Per Participant (estimate) Part of [Live Art & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/gallery) I am all about catching the real vibe of a moment through my art, whether it is a live charcoal portrait at your event or a watercolor session by the riverbank. Let us create something special together. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is where I find my sukoon. Watch as I bring a riverside scene to life with watercolor, starting with a light wash for the sky and building up layers to capture the reflections in the water. Every outdoor painting session is a new story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9646a8d7-7b3f-4fcd-960e-0cf87bb5820a) - [Video: There is a special magic in charcoal. Here's a look at my process for a live portrait, focusing on building shadows and highlights to capture not just a face, but a personality. This is what I call expressive portrait drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0fef8c6-032d-4920-8dff-8b85da30bbd9) - [Video: This is the vibe of my Sketchmeets. We find a spot, I start with a basic pencil outline to get the perspective right, and then we just dive into painting. It ends with new art and new friends.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2fdc25c9-2f01-477a-bd62-26d6d00d281e) - [Video: A day in my life as a freelance artist is never the same. It can be anything from painting historic ruins outdoors, to creating custom gold leaf murals for an interior project, to working on a commission in my studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b01c6e8f-f32b-477f-b146-390484b088e3) - ![A finished live portrait done with charcoal on paper. My goal is to capture a moment and an expression, using shading and contrast to bring out the subject's character. This is a quick and honest form of art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8db9add2-b484-49b9-a644-d8bf707e5e0e) - [Video: Spend a Sunday with me. This video shows my complete process of painting a local architectural landmark, from the first brushstrokes to the final piece held up against the real thing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8670f8a2-dbc9-4804-bf9b-02809ba7f52e) - ![It feels great to share what I know. Here I am with a group of talented students after a workshop session held in collaboration with the Lalit Kala Akademi, all of us holding our certificates of participation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fdb36f5b-9944-4193-b76d-22a6670439c3) - ![I was truly honored to receive the First Prize at a competition organized by the Lalit Kala Akademi. It's moments like these that keep me motivated to push my boundaries and continue creating.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2006d64a-09c1-47fa-9459-ba14d65823a3) ## About Featured When I create live charcoal portraits, I focus on capturing the personality of your guests, not just a static pose. Each portrait takes about 12 to 15 minutes, and I bring my own portable tripod and easel, so all you need to arrange at your event is a well-lit corner with two chairs. For me, art is more than just an end product, it is about the process and the feeling it brings. Whether I am working on live art for an event or teaching at a workshop, I want to share that sense of sukoon (peace) that I find when I am holding a brush or charcoal. ### My Approach I keep my methods honest and direct. For my live sketching sessions, I use professional-grade willow charcoal on high-quality acid-free cartridge paper. Every sketch gets a spray fixative treatment so it does not smudge, and I hand them over in transparent sleeves to keep them safe. It is about creating a memory that lasts, not just a quick doodle. ### Where We Can Collaborate * **Live Events:** From weddings to corporate gatherings, I do live charcoal portrait stations and large-scale acrylic paintings on canvas. * **Custom Art:** I take commissions for oil paintings, charcoal portraits, and custom wall murals. For murals, I exclusively use washable, durable acrylics that stay bright for years. * **Workshops:** My outdoor 'Sketchmeets' and structured workshops are for everyone. We cover perspective, watercolor layering, and composition in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment. I am based in Banaras and regularly travel across Uttar Pradesh, including Lucknow and Gorakhpur, for projects. I have been recognized by the Lalit Kala Akademi for my work, but the real reward is seeing someone connect with a piece of art I have made. If you want to discuss a commission or book me for an event, just reach out. ## About Mohammad Faizan I am Faizan, and for me, art is just a way to find sukoon in the chaos. I do not just draw faces or paint walls, I try to catch the feeling of the moment, whether it is a live sketch at your event or an outdoor watercolor session in the old city. [See all of Mohammad Faizan's services](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01) ## More from Live Art & Workshops by Mohammad Faizan - [Outdoor Watercolor & Sketchmeets](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/outdoor-watercolor-sketchmeets) - [Live Charcoal Portraits](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/live-charcoal-portraits) - [Art Workshops & Achievements](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/art-workshops-achievements) - [Diverse Artistry: Murals & Sculpture](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/live-art-workshops/diverse-artistry-murals-sculpture) ## More services by Mohammad Faizan - [Custom Artwork & Portraits](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/custom-artwork-portraits) - [Mural & Wall Art Services](https://mytribe.in/fxz.01/mural-wall-art-services) ## Similar work from other experts - [Featured Caricature Art & Live Event Sketches](https://mytribe.in/naikgraphics/personalized-caricature-gifts/featured) by Rajesh Naik · Personalized Caricature Gifts · Order online, ships across India; Visit studio in Chinchwad, Pune - [Custom Caricatures and Live Event Art](https://mytribe.in/livecaricaturewala/custom-caricatures-from-photos/featured) by Amol Sawant · Custom Caricatures from Photos · Available online; delivers physical prints across India - [Featured Caricature Art and Live Sketches](https://mytribe.in/indian_caricature_artist/custom-caricatures-from-photos/featured) by Philip Mathew · Custom Caricatures from Photos · Based in Pune; Delivers across India - [Featured Caricatures and Custom Art Projects](https://mytribe.in/iwisharjun_caricature_artist/custom-caricatures-portraits-illustrations/featured) by Arjun · Custom Caricatures, Portraits & Illustrations · Available online; Studio in Mumbai and delivers across India - [Original Watercolor and Sketching Work](https://mytribe.in/shnkyart/art-workshops-and-classes/featured) by Shashank Shukla · Art Workshops and Classes · Online classes, studio in NCR, and workshops across India - [Hyper-Realistic Sketching & Art Workshops](https://mytribe.in/bikxu_artist/online-drawing-workshops/featured) by Vikash Tanti · Online Drawing Workshops · Online classes via Zoom ## Book To book Mohammad Faizan, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Faizan%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20art%20on%20mytribe%20and%20I%20am%20interested%20in%20booking%20a%20session.%20Can%20we%20discuss%20your%20availability%3F)