--- title: "Mumbai Meri Jaan: Custom Hand-Drawn Cityscape Illustrations" description: "Bring home the chaos and magic of the city with my Mumbai Meri Jaan illustration style. Whether it's a Kaali Peeli taxi or a streetie-filled scene, let's create a custom Mumbai cityscape art piece that captures your memories." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ishneet.ahluwalia/custom-portraits-illustrations/mumbai-meri-jaan last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Mumbai Meri Jaan: Custom Hand-Drawn Cityscapes Tribe Verified · Mumbai-inspired art supporting animal welfare. By [Ishneet Ahluwalia](https://mytribe.in/ishneet.ahluwalia) · Available online across India; Based in Mumbai and Pune · ₹3,200 per portrait (estimate) Part of [Custom Portraits & Illustrations](https://mytribe.in/ishneet.ahluwalia/custom-portraits-illustrations). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ishneet.ahluwalia/custom-portraits-illustrations/gallery) From the hum of the Kaali-Peeli to the quiet soul of a streetie, these doodles capture the rhythm of our chaotic, beautiful city. Let’s bring a piece of Mumbai home. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This one’s straight from the heart. This video reveals my "Mumbai Meri Jaan" illustration, a piece filled with the city's sounds, sights, and the street animals I love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68b2f330-afb7-40c5-8ef7-09e3f19d66b5) - ![My most favorite illustration of all time. This panoramic doodle captures the essence of Mumbai, from its grand architecture to the bustling street life. Mumbai Meri Jaan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/509298c4-198e-40ed-b23c-11c6b7f68ba1) - [Video: Watch the iconic red Mumbai BEST bus come to life. This process video shows how I build up the layers, colors, and patterns to create a vibrant tribute to the city's transport.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0f07b64f-9ce2-40cf-8d6e-2e96467cd1c1) - ![An illustration celebrating the powerful 'macchiwaalis' or fisherwomen of Mumbai, surrounded by their feline friends. This piece was exhibited at the Cat Cafe Studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/012065cb-9e87-4207-8e66-a902d6389a40) - ![Capturing the spirit of Mumbai in a Kaali Peeli taxi doodle. This illustration features the iconic black-and-yellow cab, a symbol of the city's constant motion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d71b703c-a580-4e64-ab72-4802d1610e6d) - ![A classic Mumbai auto-rickshaw, complete with floral details and a few curious cat companions, set against a bold, colorful background.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f71ea123-3b8d-4797-b096-89934d2f5d04) - ![Rickshaw rides and Mumbai city vibes. This doodle captures the energy of navigating the city streets in one of its most popular modes of transport.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e5ef1a2e-7648-4bb7-8672-807436a9c3ad) - ![A vibrant, pop-art-inspired take on the Mumbai auto-rickshaw, complete with a rainbow and checkered floor, celebrating the city's colorful character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/68cf87ee-d6ee-43ab-b575-cefc5cde44e4) - ![What is the Gateway of India without its streeties? This illustration imagines the iconic landmark with a quiet canine observer, highlighting the animals that are part of the city's soul.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f1edb40-65fc-4f5a-be98-d507d8850651) - ![Here is the "Gateway of India with Streetie" artwork shown as a framed print, bringing a piece of Mumbai's heart into your home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18ada50e-5cc3-4354-b9c8-1626c232f803) ## About Mumbai Meri Jaan Every piece I create is a high-resolution digital file that you can easily print for your walls, helping me fund meals and medical care for the street animals who actually run this city. Whether you want a customized doodle of your childhood home or a portrait of your pet riding in a local rickshaw, I draw the things that make this city home. Let's work together to turn your specific Mumbai memory into a permanent illustration. ### Art That Speaks My City’s Language My "Mumbai Meri Jaan" collection isn't just about drawing buildings; it’s about capturing the soul of our maximum city. I live for the details—the checkered floors of a local cafe, the floral patterns on a rickshaw seat, and the curious cats that watch over our streets. When you commission a piece in this style, we aren't just making a print; we're creating a visual diary of your connection to Mumbai. ### How We Create Your Piece Since these are custom illustrations, we start with your story. Maybe you have a favorite photo of a specific street corner in Bandra, or you want to see your pet sitting inside a BEST bus. Here is how we usually proceed: * **The Concept:** You tell me the elements, pets, or landmarks you want included. I love hidden details, so don't be afraid to ask for specific 'easter eggs' that only you or your loved ones will spot. * **The Style:** My doodles use bold black outlines with selective pops of color. This gives the art a vibrant, pop-art feel that still keeps that raw, hand-drawn warmth. * **The Deliverable:** You receive an ultra-high-resolution digital file. This is perfect because it gives you the freedom to print it on canvas for your living room, frame it for your desk, or even use it as a custom wallpaper. ### Why It Matters Beyond the art, every commission serves a purpose. My work is inextricably linked to animal welfare in the city. By choosing to get a custom illustration, you are directly helping me support the streeties who are the real muses behind these drawings. It is a way to celebrate the city while giving back to the little lives that make it so special. If you have an idea—no matter how quirky or specific—send me a message, and let's start doodling. ## About Ishneet Ahluwalia I'm Ishneet, and I live for the chaos and comfort of Mumbai. My art is my way of keeping the city’s heart beating on paper—whether it's a rickshaw, a BEST bus, or the streeties who own the sidewalks. I don't just draw buildings; I draw the stories living inside them. 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