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Hand-Painted Portrait Nail Art Sets

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Whether it’s a tiny portrait of your favorite deity or a detailed pop culture character, I turn your fingertips into a canvas with hours of patient, hand-painted work.

It took me 24 hours to hand-paint this entire Guardians of the Galaxy set, and it will always be special to me. Even though it was for a competition, seeing the final result with all the characters from Groot to Star-Lord was a win in itself.

I love starting a new portrait series, and I had to begin with Shri Krishna. This video shows the process of creating this detailed portrait, a type of art that makes me lose track of time.

This Radha Krishna engagement set was so special to create. The hand-painted portraits paired with the client's beautiful mehndi made for a truly divine look on her special day. I felt so overwhelmed with happiness seeing it all come together.

Jai Shri Ram! A look at the process of painting this intricate portrait of Lord Rama. Capturing the divine details on such a small canvas is a challenge I truly enjoy.

A portrait of Maa Durga for Navratri. I was inspired by another artist and put my own heart into creating the fine details of her expression and jewelry.

Happy Janmashtami! Here is a tiny hand-painted portrait of Krishna with a calf, inspired by a beautiful painting. It’s all about capturing that peaceful, divine feeling.

Ganpati Bappa Morya! Making this tiny portrait of Gannu Bappa was tricky, but I prayed and started painting. I'm so happy with how this cute and blessed nail turned out.

About this collection

Creating a micro-portrait is intense work—sometimes taking me over five hours just for one nail. Because these are hand-painted using 000-size brushes, I treat each set as a miniature canvas. When you book a portrait set, we’ll spend time finalizing the details, whether it’s a specific deity, a pet, or a movie character, ensuring the expression is just right before I even open my gel palette.

If you want nails that tell a story, this is it. Portraits are my jam, and they require a completely different approach compared to standard gel sets. Because I work with 000-size brushes, every stroke needs to be precise. Whether you want a divine depiction of Radha Krishna for Janmashtami, a portrait of Maa Durga for Navratri, or even a fun pop-culture set like Guardians of the Galaxy, I approach each nail like a painting.

The process starts with your vision. You share the photo, and I analyze the details to see how they will scale down to a nail-sized canvas. For bridal sets, I often add reinforced layers of builder gel (BIAB) to ensure these intricate designs have the durability of hard-gel extensions while remaining wearable.

Why Choose Hand-Painted Portraits?

  • True Customization: It is not a generic print. It is hand-painted, meaning we can adjust the expression, colors, and background to fit your outfit.
  • Memory Preservation: These sets are reusable, so you can keep them as a keepsake long after your event is over.
  • Themed Perfection: From weddings to festivals, portraits add a level of detail that standard designs just cannot match.

I am based in Kharghar and serve the broader Navi Mumbai area. Since these sets demand significant time—sometimes up to 24 hours of painting for complex pieces—I recommend reaching out at least two weeks before your event.

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Nails by Simi

Delivers across Navi MumbaiStarting ₹1,100 Per Set (10 Nails)

Hey, I’m Simi! I don't just do nails; I get obsessed with them. There is something magical about shrinking a portrait onto a tiny nail, and I won't stop painting until the expression is perfect. It’s my absolute favorite part of the job.

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