--- title: "Hand-Painted Wearable Art in Mumbai: Custom Apparel Designs" description: "Turn your wardrobe into art with Hema's custom hand-painted shirts, sarees, and kurtis. From traditional motifs to modern upcycling, get unique wearable art in Mumbai." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hemashuesacademy/custom-artwork-personalized-gifts/wearable-art-hand-painted-apparel last_updated: 2026-02-16 --- # Custom Hand-Painted Wearable Art Tribe Verified · Hand-painting custom apparel since 2015. By [Hema's Hues Academy](https://mytribe.in/hemashuesacademy) · Ships across India; Studio pickups in Prabhadevi, Powai, and Thane · ₹250 per piece (estimate) Part of [Custom Artwork & Personalized Gifts](https://mytribe.in/hemashuesacademy/custom-artwork-personalized-gifts). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hemashuesacademy/custom-artwork-personalized-gifts/gallery) I transform everyday shirts, sarees, and kurtis into one-of-a-kind art pieces. From traditional Kathakali motifs on silk to upcycling your favorite old clothes, I paint your story directly onto the fabric. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A set of custom hand-painted Kathakali shirts for a family, from grandfather to grandson. This traditional Keralan art form, with its dramatic masks and makeup, makes for a stunning and culturally rich design on fabric.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f2e23149-df63-4985-bfde-275ef3f2f040) - [Video: From the initial painting on an embroidery hoop to the finished shirt, this video shows the creation of a custom Kathakali shirt. This piece of wearable art is now on its way to a client in the US.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d67f25d-503b-41e5-9dc1-8ef81ae26879) - [Video: This video shows the process of painting a playful crawling Baby Krishna onto a dark green silk shirt. I use an embroidery hoop to keep the fabric taut, allowing for precise and detailed brushwork.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f103bfbd-2c6d-4e1a-8f1b-9712eecee2fd) - [Video: Give your wardrobe a creative makeover. Here, I've hand-painted vibrant kingfisher birds onto a plain white shirt, turning it into a unique piece of art. I love upcycling old clothes or customizing new ones to match your style.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c26aac87-3018-436b-8ebe-b9c8dc91ddd7) ## About Wearable Art: Hand-Painted Apparel When I paint on fabric, I use specialized acrylics that are heat-set at high temperatures to ensure the design stays vibrant and colorfast. Whether it is a cotton shirt or a silk kurti, you do not have to worry about the art fading. It is made to be worn and washed just like your regular clothes. ### Your Wardrobe, My Canvas I believe your clothes should tell a story. I do not mass-produce designs; I sit down with you to understand the vibe you want. Maybe you have a vision of a Kathakali mask on a crisp shirt, or perhaps you want a playful baby Krishna on a silk top. We discuss the motifs, the placement, and the color palette before I pick up a brush. ### Upcycling Your Favorites Do you have a dress that feels dull or an old shirt you cannot bear to throw away? Let's bring it back to life. I specialize in upcycling projects where I add fresh patterns, modern florals, or traditional folk art to refresh your existing wardrobe. It is a sustainable way to own a piece that no one else has. ### Care Instructions Because I use high-quality fabric acrylics, your piece is quite durable. To keep the painting looking fresh for years: * Turn the garment inside out before washing. * Use a mild detergent in cool water. * Always iron on the reverse side (the side without the paint) or use a thin cloth as a barrier between the iron and the art. Ready to get started? Send me a message and let's turn your idea into a wearable reality. ## About Hema's Hues Academy I am Hema, and I believe your clothes should be as unique as you are. I don't just paint on fabric; I capture your ideas, your favorite themes, and your memories to create something you will love wearing. 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