--- title: "My Caricature Drawing Process: Behind the Scenes with Artist Philip" description: "See how I create custom caricatures, from live event sketches to digital illustrations. Check out my art process and book a personalized portrait today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/indian_caricature_artist/hand-painted-caricature-gifts/behind-the-art-process-studies last_updated: 2025-09-02 --- # Behind the Art: My Caricature Drawing Process Tribe Verified · Live caricature artist based in Pune By [Philip Mathew](https://mytribe.in/indian_caricature_artist) · Visit Studio in Undri, Pune; Ships Pan-India · ₹900 per piece (estimate) Part of [Hand-painted Caricature Gifts](https://mytribe.in/indian_caricature_artist/hand-painted-caricature-gifts). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/indian_caricature_artist/hand-painted-caricature-gifts/gallery) Curious how I capture that perfect exaggerated look? Here is a look at my study sessions, digital techniques, and the sketches behind my live work. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Watch this character come to life. This video shows my digital drawing process, from the initial line art to the block colors, shading, and final details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ece1cb59-909c-4a56-8986-7064b431c712) - [Video: A small tribute I created for the great Ratan Tata. This video shows the process of sketching and digitally painting this caricature of a true Indian icon.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e459e193-1d2a-4d18-97f3-e07b9b7f5d54) - [Video: A time-lapse of me drawing a guest at a wedding. You can see the drawing take shape and the festive atmosphere of the event in the background.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8cb36761-86d4-40b9-9781-b628ba6084f4) - ![Here are some exaggeration studies I did from reference photos. Practice like this helps me hone my skills in capturing a likeness quickly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d47ba6e3-3d00-4d63-9164-60d77c67a08f) - ![A caricature study of a character, using markers and watercolors. I'm always experimenting with different tools and techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/832ebb53-6212-4bef-a8ab-5dd761a9636d) - ![A "Hulkamania" caricature of the legendary Hulk Hogan. Drawing icons from my childhood is always a lot of fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e21869b-5a42-4eb9-8916-242f33b6eaca) - [Video: A close-up video of my pen work as I draw and shade a caricature. I use bold lines to give my drawings energy and character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36f703c4-ea3d-48f5-9349-e5db339252ae) - ![Another character study, this time focusing on an expressive face with a great mustache. The pink background makes the black and white art pop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1cb005d-0321-4a08-80f3-0dff25a47fab) - ![This character study has a real sense of movement and joy. I love creating dynamic poses.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b833efa5-1b90-4215-b78f-96ab94d25320) - ![A fun cartoon of a girl in a wind tunnel. This is an example of my more illustrative and imaginative character design work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f114e58-959b-4904-a228-59f98a168015) - ![The finished Hulk Hogan caricature, complete with the wrestling ring ropes. A fun piece of fan art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4801448-93ae-4715-8579-bf8503c67510) - [Video: A satisfying video showing the process of shading and adding depth to a caricature with a brush pen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef33d76e-5940-4f75-9582-b47aa1838bd4) - ![A tribute caricature of Dr. Manmohan Singh, honoring his contributions to India. I enjoy creating portraits of notable figures.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a880acb4-842f-4378-895a-9d8b0370628b) - ![An experimental caricature done in a geometric style. I enjoy playing with different shapes and forms to create unique portraits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6cee7185-64b4-4fea-88b8-7e7ac2c23319) - ![Another one of my geometric style caricatures, using simple shapes to build the character's face.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2cdfa00f-f912-4ffd-98b5-17170743d051) ## About Behind the Art: Process & Studies Whether I am working with a thick brush pen for live sketches or plotting out geometric shapes for a digital piece, my focus is always on capturing the energy of the subject. You will see me layering block colors and refining my line art to make sure every custom caricature really pops. My process changes depending on whether I am drawing live at an event or crafting a custom portrait from a photo. For live events, speed is the priority. I rely on bold, continuous lines and quick shading with markers to create a fun, recognizable portrait in just a few minutes. I am always practicing my exaggerations and playing with different features to make sure I can capture a likeness instantly, even in the middle of a wedding or corporate event. When I work on digital caricatures, I have more time to experiment with the style. I often start with a rough sketch, then move to block colors and digital shading to add depth. I love playing with different forms, sometimes even using geometric shapes to build a character, as you can see in some of my studies. I also do a lot of practice work outside of my client commissions. Creating tributes for icons or just sketching characters from reference photos helps me keep my skills sharp. If you are looking for a personalized gift, like a digital illustration or a wooden standee, I follow a similar collaborative process. We start with your photos, and I build the caricature around your specific requirements, whether you want a superhero theme or just a funny depiction of a pet. I am always happy to share this journey from a simple sketch to a finished piece of art. ## About Philip Mathew Hey, I am Philip. I have been drawing faces at events and for custom gifts for over a decade. Whether it is a quick live sketch at a wedding or a detailed digital portrait, my goal is always to get people laughing. 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