My Artistic Process: How I Mentor
Art is more than technique. From initial sketches to exhibiting on the global stage, I invite you to peek into the practice that fuels my work and my teaching.
Even a quick scribble is a step toward mastery. Here, I'm practicing strokes and shades with oil pastels to capture the character of a portrait.
I was honored to be asked to create a painting for the packaging of Faber-Castell oil paints. This video shows a glimpse of the creative process for that special artwork.
As a chief guest at the Fusion Art Exhibition, I had the pleasure of sharing insights with fellow artists. Mentorship is about being an active part of the art community.
With senior artist Ganesh Doddamani at an exhibition inauguration. It is always an honor to connect with and learn from other inspirational artists.
Attending the Fusion Art Exhibition. I believe it's important for mentors to stay engaged with the evolving art scene.
Receiving a token of appreciation at an exhibition. Being part of these events helps me bring real-world experience back to my students.
Sharing a light moment at the TCC exhibition. The art world is a community, and I encourage my students to be an active part of it.
Inaugurating the Fusion art exhibition by TCC alongside senior artist Ganesh Doddamani. It was a pleasure to meet the artists and offer useful insights.
Being welcomed at the inauguration ceremony of a group exhibition. I am always happy to support emerging artists.
It was an honor to be a chief guest and share my thoughts with the artists at the Chromatic Confluence exhibition.
About The Mentor: My Artistic Process
Whether it is a quick oil pastel study or finalising a piece for a national exhibition, I believe in showing my students the unfiltered reality of creation. You will often find me sketching directly alongside them in my Malleshwaram studio, demonstrating that even a senior artist relies on the same fundamental practice of shading and line work that we teach on day one.
My journey as an artist is not just about the finished canvas you see in a gallery; it is about the thousands of strokes, decisions, and corrections that happen long before the paint dries. I believe that true mentorship requires showing this process openly.
When I am at my Malleshwaram studio, I do not sit in an office. I am there with you, working on my own pieces, demonstrating how to handle oils, acrylics, and mixed media in real time. My goal is to bridge the gap between being a hobbyist and a practicing artist. This is why I insist on portfolio coaching—I want to help you take your work from a sketchbook to an exhibition at venues like the Fusion Art Exhibition.
Why Process Matters
- Live Observation: Students learn more by watching how I approach a complex portrait or a landscape than by following a pre-written guide.
- The Reality of Art: I share the struggle. You will see when a painting does not go as planned and how I correct it. This teaches resilience and problem-solving, which are just as important as brush control.
- Gallery Readiness: Whether we are preparing for the Chitrakar Awards or a local group showcase in Basavanagudi, I teach you how to curate your work. It is about understanding what connects with an audience and how to present yourself as a professional.
Whether you are looking to master basic sketching or need advanced critique for your portfolio, I invite you to join our community. Nanna academyge banni, and let us discover the artist within you.
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