Featured Botanical Art and Hand-Painted Keepsakes
A curated look at my favorite pieces, from delicate floral studies to dreamy nature escapes. This collection is the heart of my work, where I turn quiet moments into paint on canvas.
This is where the magic begins. I love capturing the true essence of a flower, painting it from life. Here, I used rich gouache on heavy 300gsm watercolor paper to recreate the velvety texture and deep red of these classic roses, with the sunlight adding a warm, peaceful glow.
Some flowers feel like they are from another world. The stunning blue and purple gradients of this orchid were a beautiful challenge. Painting it on a narrow canvas felt like preserving a rare specimen, capturing its unique form and color for you to enjoy forever.
A classic bouquet of pink roses in a glass vase is a timeless subject. I focused on the soft light hitting the petals and the way the stems look through the water. This gouache painting on paper is all about capturing that feeling of fresh flowers brightening up a room.
I love working on unconventional surfaces. This oval MDF board provided a unique frame for a dreamy wildflower scene. Using acrylics, I built up layers of tiny purple and white flowers against a dark background to create a sense of depth, like peering into a secret meadow at dusk.
There's nothing like the cheerful presence of a sunflower. For this piece, I studied a single bloom in a glass, focusing on the challenge of painting transparent water and the intricate details of the sunflower's center. It’s a little piece of sunshine, created with gouache on paper.
This piece is pure cottagecore fantasy, painted directly in my sketchbook. I imagined a serene lake with a graceful swan, surrounded by a lush, secret garden. Using gouache, I wanted to create a scene that feels like a peaceful escape you can get lost in.
Nature's grandeur is a huge inspiration for me. This acrylic painting on canvas was inspired by the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir. I focused on creating the soft, fluffy clouds and the gentle rolling hills to bring a sense of peace and open space into your home.
About this collection
Every piece you see here starts with a real life observation, whether it is the way sunlight hits a flower on my windowsill or the soft gradients of an evening sky. When you commission a painting from this collection, you are not just getting a canvas, you are getting a slice of that slow, peaceful process. I use professional grade gouache on 300gsm cotton paper or sturdy MDF panels, so the finish stays velvety and true to color, making it easy for you to frame or prop up on a desk.
My Approach to Custom Art
I believe art should feel like a breath of fresh air. My process is slow and intentional, and I bring that same pace to every custom project I take on. Whether you are looking for a small botanical illustration to tuck into a book or a vibrant acrylic painting to anchor a room, I work with materials that stand the test of time.
Why These Materials?
- Gouache on Cotton Paper: I use 300 GSM professional-grade paper (Arches or Baohong). Gouache offers that velvety, matte finish that feels classic and tactile.
- Rigid MDF & Canvas Panels: For my textured acrylic pieces, I prefer rigid boards. They are perfect for propping up on a shelf or a mini-easel if you do not want to deal with the fuss of glass framing.
- Varnished Protection: All my rigid panel paintings are sealed with satin or gloss varnish, so they are protected against dust and light without losing their vibrancy.
How We Can Work Together
Most of the pieces in this featured collection were born from specific requests or cherished memories. If you have a favorite flower, a view from a trip, or a cottagecore aesthetic you want to capture, just reach out. I share the journey of your painting from the blank canvas to the final varnish, so you see exactly how your piece comes together. I am based in Bangalore and ship safely across India, so your art arrives in the same condition it left my studio.
Pankhuri
Hi, I am Pankhuri. My studio is my happy place in Bangalore, where I spend my days painting flowers and landscapes that help me find calm. I believe art should not just sit on a wall, but bring a sense of quiet joy into your home.
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