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Hyperrealistic Charcoal Portraits and Human Figures

byOm ThadkarShips across IndiaStarts from₹6,500 per print (approx. A2 to A1 size)View full gallery

A collection capturing the depth, charisma, and narrative of the human form through the precision of charcoal and graphite.

A close-up of my charcoal portrait of the actor Ramcharan. This view highlights the hyperrealistic detail in his expression, beard, and glasses, capturing his magnetic presence.

The full view of the Ramcharan portrait on the easel. This shows the completed artwork before framing, showcasing the fine pencil work on paper.

A black and white photo of me at work on the Allu Arjun portrait. This behind-the-scenes shot shows the process of building up layers of charcoal to achieve a realistic likeness.

A video that zooms in on the details of 'The Temptation'. It reveals the intricate process of drawing eyelashes, lips, and skin texture, offering a glimpse into its creation.

A time-lapse video showing my hand as I work on the hyperrealistic lips in 'The Temptation'. This demonstrates the meticulous pencil strokes required to create such lifelike textures.

About Portraits, People & The Human Form

When I sketch a face, I am not just looking at features; I am hunting for the spark—that specific tilt of the head or depth in the eyes that makes someone who they are. Because I work exclusively in charcoal on archival paper, every drawing captures textures that standard photographs often lose, from the fine grain of skin to the subtle play of light across an expression. If you are commissioning a portrait, we start by selecting a high-resolution reference image, and from there, I build the likeness layer by layer.

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Om Thadkar

Ships across IndiaStarts from ₹6,500 per print (approx. A2 to A1 size)

I am Om, and I believe every face holds a story waiting to be told. I translate those narratives into charcoal, focusing on the subtle details that reveal character and soul. My work is about freezing a moment in time, creating a connection that lingers long after you walk away from the canvas.

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This is my finished portrait of Shahid Kapoor, which I completed as a demonstration for an online class. The side-by-side comparison with the reference photo shows the importance of accuracy, a skill I emphasize in my teaching.

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The final result of a recent commission. I focused on achieving a soft expression and the delicate details of the saree.
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My completed hyper-realistic charcoal sketch of a roaring tiger. I used Generals and Camlin charcoal pencils to create the deep blacks and soft fur texture.12
A straight-on view of the finished tiger sketch, capturing its fierce expression.
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