--- title: "Custom Hand-Drawn Photo Strips & Coffee-Painted Bookmarks in Mumbai" description: "Get custom hand-drawn photo strips and coffee-painted bookmarks. I turn your favorite memories into unique, earthy art pieces. Commission your personalized art in Mumbai." canonical: https://mytribe.in/kshitijsingh.art/custom-artwork-original-art/hand-drawn-photo-strips-bookmarks last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Hand-Drawn Photo Strips & Coffee-Painted Bookmarks Tribe Verified · Hand-painted coffee art based in Mumbai By [Kshitij](https://mytribe.in/kshitijsingh.art) · Available online, ships across India · ₹800 per strip (estimate) Part of [Custom Artwork & Original Art](https://mytribe.in/kshitijsingh.art/custom-artwork-original-art). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/kshitijsingh.art/custom-artwork-original-art/gallery) I turn your favorite photos and memories into one-of-a-kind art, using real coffee and fine-line ink for a warm, earthy feel. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This video tells the story of how my custom photo strips came to be. It started with making bookmarks for friends and evolved into this unique way to preserve memories using fine-line art and coffee painting.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3c82eb2-0b10-462c-8889-5ba701a10860) - ![A close-up of a custom photo strip bookmark, tucked inside a book. I love how the warm coffee tones look against the pages. This one captures a couple's special moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce5ffc16-3dcb-49fb-ab75-97bf5c95b5a2) - ![Here is a finished custom photo strip, showing three different memories illustrated in my signature style. The coffee-painted background really makes the black linework pop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/92e4135b-e038-4b71-8c80-cacf43c42187) - ![Another look at a completed photo strip, held up to catch the light. You can see the texture of the paper and the variations in the coffee stain, making each one unique.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6dbd565f-ad40-472b-9c5c-902e02b2d189) - ![This shows a custom photo strip next to a larger A6 illustration, a popular combination for gifts. The client wanted to capture a main photo and a few other moments in the strip.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/341987f8-e6bd-4bdb-8010-ace9b509f608) - ![A custom Harry Potter themed bookmark I made. I illustrated Hogwarts and added a classic Hermione quote, all with a coffee-painted background. It's a fun example of a fandom-inspired piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0766bbb-34b2-4414-9e58-19fddc628a5e) - ![This is a custom bookmark I created as a gift for a friend. It combines a portrait of our friend group with abstract floral patterns, all tied together with coffee stains.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b3993d1f-ea0b-4c2c-a3f4-64064f828b99) - ![A custom bookmark I made with a quote from the movie Dead Poets Society. The lettering is done by hand, and the simple design is perfect for any book lover.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a56e71c7-4955-4343-b783-e7920592e81d) - ![The back of one of my custom bookmarks. I often add small doodles or patterns here, but it's also the perfect spot for a personal message or a favorite quote.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9008adcc-1aa7-41c8-83b3-2007455cfa7c) - ![Another example of the back of a bookmark, showing how I use fine-line details and coffee painting to create a beautiful, abstract design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66078b5e-ec9a-4c1d-b156-ddd3058cbed6) - ![A finished photo strip bookmark held in hand. The barcode at the bottom is a fun little detail I add to give it that authentic photo booth feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e80ecc41-695f-4248-b0a7-34df35276473) - ![A detailed shot of the floral and abstract patterns on a custom bookmark. I enjoy mixing organic shapes with the unpredictable nature of coffee stains.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36aee1a1-1b77-4607-8864-194bc8b82008) - ![The back of a custom bookmark, showing a simple illustration of a person with a pop of color. Even the back can tell a part of the story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c4a8f46a-8a0a-444d-b45d-55c2395fa75f) - ![A close-up of the portrait section of a custom group bookmark. I simplify the faces to focus on the overall composition and feeling of the memory.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5998b09e-246b-4b5e-8b80-391aa18640a9) - ![This photo strip was part of a larger custom order. It's designed to be used as a bookmark, a constant reminder of cherished moments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8fa32c3d-2a3e-4fa6-b16b-6999e1369cd5) - ![A couple of custom bookmarks hanging in my studio. I love seeing the different stories and themes come to life in these small, personal pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/754d3704-76cd-4682-ae62-6552dfde66e4) - ![Two themed bookmarks I created, one for a cafe lover and another inspired by Dead Poets Society. They show the range of customization possible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b01dc7e6-ccab-4449-83cf-bcbe21608c3f) ## About Hand-Drawn Photo Strips & Bookmarks I use 300 GSM watercolor paper for these strips because it holds the coffee stain beautifully without warping. Every piece gets a protective spray of fixative to keep the sepia tones from fading, so your memories actually last on your shelf. When I started playing with coffee as a medium, I wanted something that felt more grounded than standard digital prints. The warm, vintage tone of real coffee adds a texture to your photos that ink alone just cannot capture. ### My Process I work directly with you to turn your favorite moments into a 3-panel photo strip. I start with a fine-line sketch, keeping the composition clean and intimate. Then, I apply layers of coffee, which creates those natural, unpredictable stains. No two strips are identical because the coffee interacts with the paper differently every time. I finish each one with a barcode at the bottom, just to give it that authentic photo booth feel. ### Why Bookmarks and Strips? * **Personal Memories:** These are perfect for turning a group photo, a couple's shot, or a quiet moment into something you can hold. * **Custom Details:** If you want a quote on the back or a specific sketch theme like flowers or architectural lines, just let me know. * **Gift-Ready:** I wrap every order in eco-friendly brown paper and jute twine, including a hand-painted thank you note. It is meant to feel personal from the moment you open it. If you have a collection of photos you want to preserve or just need a thoughtful gift for a reader in your life, reach out. We can chat about what photos work best for this style and get something unique started. ## About Kshitij I'm Kshitij, and I believe art is about holding onto feelings. Whether it is a portrait or a simple photo strip, I pour my time into making sure your memories have a home. It is just me, my coffee paint, and a lot of focus to get the details right for you. 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