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Hand-drawn Pencil Portraits and Custom Sketches

byGolden Mist Art GalleryDelivered across Bengaluru and IndiaStarts from₹1,200 per artworkView full gallery

There is something timeless about a pencil sketch that digital art just cannot capture. I love the slow, thoughtful process of layering colors on paper to bring a face to life for you.

Here is a look at my process for creating a hand-drawn colored pencil sketch. I enjoy the challenge of layering colors to bring a portrait to life, like this one of the wonderful actress Manju Chechi. This classic style is perfect for a timeless and personal piece of art.

About Detailed Pencil Sketches

These are 100% hand-drawn pieces, not digital prints. I use high-quality Faber Castell or Prismacolor pencils on 180 GSM paper, carefully blending every shade to capture a likeness that feels real. Since each portrait takes me about 5 to 7 days to complete, please reach out a little in advance if you have a specific date for a gift.

Hand-drawn portraiture based in Bengaluru — Approved by the tribe
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Golden Mist Art Gallery

Delivered across Bengaluru and IndiaStarts from ₹1,200 per artwork

I am Shwetha, and my home studio is where I turn your memories into hand-drawn sketches. I find peace in layering colors on paper, and I love creating these classic, tactile portraits for you.

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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.

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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.

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R.K. AjjuartsAvailable online
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.

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Ishika VishwakarmaShips across India
A delicate and expressive pencil portrait of a young woman. This A5 sketch focuses on her gentle gaze and the soft texture of her hair.28
The completed portrait, showing the added detail in her traditional clothing. This custom sketch is a beautiful way to capture a person's essence.
A finished pencil sketch of a smiling woman in a sari. I took care to render the details of her traditional attire, including the intricate henna on her hand.
A close-up view of the hand from the previous portrait, showing the detailed line work of the henna design and the texture of the sari fabric.

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Shweta RaneShips across India
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Shikha GoelPickup in Electronic City & On-site work across Bengaluru
A beautiful family portrait is a treasure. I created this piece using color pencils to capture the distinct personalities and the connection between them. It’s a wonderful way to freeze a moment in time for your family.7
Here you can see a finished baby portrait alongside the tools of my trade. The rich pigments of the Polychromos pencils allow for deep layering to achieve that soft, lifelike skin tone. It’s a delicate process that brings so much joy.
A commissioned color pencil portrait on A3 paper. I focused on capturing her bright smile and the soft waves of her hair, using careful layering to create depth and realism. These individual portraits make for very personal and heartfelt gifts.
This commissioned portrait of former Indian badminton player Pullela Gopichand was my first artwork after an eye surgery, making it very special to me. Created with color pencils, it was a joy to work on this piece for an event at Walmart Global Tech India.

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