Custom Portraits & Paintings
Locations
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Studio at Arekere, Bengaluru
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Trendy Monkey Studio, VJQ4+G2J, 2nd Main Rd, Venu Gopal Reddy Layout, Vijaya Bank Layout, Arekere, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560076, India
serves areas around Bannerghatta Road, JP Nagar, BTM Layout, Royal Meenakshi Mall, Hulimavu, IIM Bangalore
Delivers across Karnataka
Karnataka, India
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.
