Behind the Scenes: Our Invitation Design Process
From the first rough sketch on a tablet to the final detailed illustration, we love showing you how your wedding story takes shape on paper.
This video shows the first stage of our custom carousel illustration. We start with detailed line work on a tablet, carefully sketching every element before any color is added. This is where the magic begins.
Here you can see the watercoloring process for our carousel illustration. We digitally paint each section, layering colors to create depth and a soft, whimsical feel. This custom carousel was a true labor of love.
A detailed look at the custom motifs we created for the Kerala and Karnataka fusion wedding. We sketched the Kathakali crown, elephants, and Nandi bulls to serve as a central design element representing the union of the two families.
A duplicate of image 59, this image shows the detailed line art for the Kathakali, elephant, and Nandi motifs before color was added.
About this collection
We do not just pick fonts and layouts from a library. Every project starts with a conversation about what makes your story unique, whether it is the architecture of your wedding venue or a cultural motif that connects two families. When you choose a custom design, you see your ideas sketched from scratch, ensuring the final piece feels entirely yours.
We believe the magic happens long before the print hits the paper. Our process is rooted in digital artistry, usually starting on a tablet where we draft the initial line work. Whether it is a carousel illustration for a birth announcement or complex Kathakali and Nandi motifs for a fusion wedding, every element is hand-drawn to fit your narrative.
We use layers to build depth, starting with structural lines and moving into watercolor textures that give our work a soft, whimsical finish. This method allows us to capture the exact vibe you want, from royal aesthetics to playful, modern themes. By involving you in the design stages, we make sure that the final artwork represents your personality rather than a generic template. Whether we are creating a digital invite or a physical printed suite, our goal is to turn your vision into a visual story that feels authentic and deeply personal. We invite you to be part of this creative journey, witnessing the transformation from a blank screen to a finished piece of art that reflects who you are.
Kiana
At Kiana, we are a small team that treats every invitation like a piece of art. We started this studio because we wanted to move away from mass-produced cards and instead help couples tell their own stories through thoughtful, hand-drawn details.
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