Behind the Brush: The Art Process
Welcome to the quiet moments where sketches, pigments, and stories come together. This is where my art begins and where your ideas take shape.
This video captures a special outdoor painting session amidst the blooming Neelakurinji flowers. Painting on location allows me to directly translate the beauty of nature onto my canvas.
The finished painting held up against the real-life landscape that inspired it. Capturing the essence of the Neelakurinji bloom was a surreal experience.
Me with my painting in the middle of the beautiful purple-blue flowers. It's a joy to combine my love for nature and art.
A quick tutorial on how I make my own stencils for various projects. This DIY approach allows for complete customization in my artwork.
A relatable moment for any artist: carefully packing a large, precious painting for shipping. We use plenty of protection to make sure the art arrives safely.
A look at my packing process for smaller items. I use eco-friendly materials to protect the hand-painted diyas during transit.
About Behind the Brush
Shipping art can be stressful, but I take it personally. Whether it is a large canvas of the Kedarnath temple or a small set of hand-painted diyas, I pack every piece with layers of honeycomb paper and protective cardboard, ensuring it reaches your home exactly the way it left my studio.
My process is rarely just about picking up a brush. It is usually about the moments before—the layering of gesso on a wooden board, the patient drying time of oils, or the messy joy of testing a new stencil design. Whether I am creating a custom portrait art piece or working on a large-scale hand-painted mural, I prefer to keep things transparent.
Why I Paint
For me, painting is therapeutic. When I am out in nature, like when I was sketching the Neelakurinji bloom in Chikkamagaluru, the environment dictates the colors and the flow. This outdoor experience helps me bring a different energy to my studio work.
How We Work
- Customization: Every project starts with a conversation. We discuss your vision, and I choose the medium—oils, acrylics, or gouache—that best captures the mood.
- Traditional Roots: I love blending my Mysorean heritage with modern requests. Whether it is intricate Mysore style painting for a feature wall or detailed fabric painting for an outfit, I focus on the balance between tradition and utility.
- DIY and Craft: I often share my process, like how I make custom stencils for wall art. This DIY approach ensures that your home decor is not mass-produced, but distinctly yours.
If you are looking for an art studio in Bangalore that treats your project as a story rather than just a transaction, I would love to chat. From the initial sketch to the final coat of varnish, I ensure that every piece is handled with care.
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