Custom Portraits & Paintings
Shipped across Karnataka
I make custom portraits and paintings in pencil, charcoal, color pencil, canvas, and pebble art, all tailored to your ideas and inspired by Tulunad culture.
Pricing Guide
Hand-Sketched Charcoal Portrait
Artwork Specifications
- Medium: Hand-drawn using a combination of Graphite for lighter greys and Charcoal for deep blacks.
- Paper: Heavyweight 200-300 GSM acid-free fine-grain drawing paper.
- Technique: Uses cross-hatching and blending for realistic skin texture and hair rendering.
Sizing & Subjects
- Standard: A4 size (8.3 x 11.7 inches) typically for single faces.
- Large: Up to A3 size (11.7 x 16.5 inches) suitable for couples or two faces.
Finishing & Deliverables
- Preservation: Coated with fixative spray to prevent charcoal smudging.
- Review: High-resolution digital scan provided for approval before dispatch.
- Framing: Higher price range includes standard synthetic wooden framing (Black/Brown) with glass.
Hyper-Realistic Color Illustration
Artwork Specifications
- Medium: Layered application of professional wax/oil-based color pencils (e.g., Staedtler/Polychromos).
- Detailing: High saturation with white gel pen detailing for highlights on eyes and jewelry.
- Surface: White or toned (tan/grey) Bristol vellum or hot press paper.
Scope of Work
- Subject: Suitable for single portraits, pets, or intricate object illustrations.
- Background: Minimalist white or solid gradient to maintain focus on the subject.
Protection & Logistics
- Sealing: Finished with UV-resistant varnish spray to prevent color yellowing.
- Packing: Ships in a rigid mailing tube (unframed) or thermocol-lined box (framed).
Custom Large-Scale Acrylic Painting
Painting Specifications
- Paint: Fevicryl Acrylics applied for a bold, glossy finish.
- Base: Primed cotton canvas stretched over wooden bars (if gallery wrapped) or loose.
- Styles: Covers mythological realism, religious deities, and modern pop-art compositions.
Finishing
- Varnish: Top-coat glossy varnish applied to seal paint and protect against dust.
- Texture: Smooth finish suited for detailed large-format viewing.
Formats
- Rolled: Shipped in PVC tube (standard for long distance).
- Gallery Wrap: Canvas stretched over wooden frame (available for local delivery).
About Custom Portraits & Paintings
I’m a self-taught artist from Tulunad, and art is both my job and my escape. Every piece I make is personal, whether it’s a hand-drawn pencil portrait of your amma-appa (parents), a splashy canvas of your favorite movie hero, or a scene inspired by our local Yakshagana or Daivaradhane traditions. Roots matter to me—so if you want something that feels like home, you’re in the right place.
What I Offer
- Pencil & Charcoal: For those who like classic, detailed, black-and-white looks. I spend time getting faces and expressions just right.
- Color Pencil: Love bold, detailed work? I do hyper-realistic celebrity drawings, watch sketches, even captures of Theyyam performers.
- Canvas & Acrylic: Bright, big, and made to stand out. From wildlife portraits to pop culture, and yes, mythological figures too. I even do tiny pebble art for something different.
My Process
- You send your idea, reference photo, or just a vibe.
- We pick a medium—sketch, colored, or canvas.
- I work on the art, giving it my full attention.
- Framing? I can handle that too.
Making a personalized canvas painting or custom cultural artwork isn’t quick, but I promise I put heart into every piece. You’ll get something real, not just a copy-paste. If you like art with a story (and some local Tulunadu flavor), let’s make it happen.
Meet your Expert
Mithun Shetty
18 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, Mithun here. I never went to those big art schools, just me, my sketchbook, and a lot of trial and error. Started with charcoal sketches of actors like The Rock and Kiccha Sudeep, then got hooked on VFX and digital stuff. My roots are Tulunad, Udupi – so you’ll spot Yakshagana and Kantara tribute painting in my work. Sometimes it’s a huge canvas, sometimes a pebble. Art is my way of showing where I’m from. Jai Hanuman.
My Work
Custom Pencil & Charcoal Sketches - I do pencil sketches, charcoal portraits, and hyper-realistic charcoal sketches. Just share a photo, I’ll draw it.
Digital Art & Yakshagana Vector Illustration - I make digital paintings, vector art, and Yakshagana vector illustration. Good for brands or modern portraits.
Pebble Art & Unique Forms - I paint tiny pebble art portraits, and sometimes do fun stuff like face painting.
Miniature VFX Animation - I create short visual effects videos and miniature VFX animation, mixing real and digital magic.