Shivakumar Kandikere

About

I started out as a small boy shaping clay into my first Ganesha idol, selling them for just 10 rupees. For me, each sculpture is more than just art - it’s a piece of my journey and devotion. Ganesha isn’t just a deity in my life, he’s the friend who guided me to where I am today.

Work as Worship

Kayakave Kailasa (Work is Worship) is what drives me. Every idol or sculpture I make is filled with that sense of devotion. Working with clay or stone, I focus on the little details - that peaceful smile, the drape of a cloth, the story in the eyes.

What I Make

• Handcrafted Ganesha idols, Krishna, Adiyogi, Hanuman, and other deities, customized for your home or altar.
• Eco-friendly clay sculptures for festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, using traditional methods and natural materials.
• Custom spiritual wall murals and 3D relief artworks, perfect for homes, offices, or community spaces - including saints like Kanaka Dasa.
• Personalized deity statues or special figures you have in mind.

My Process

Sculpting happens in three main steps - shaping the basic form, carving out the intricate details, and finally, painting to give it life and color.

Ide naadu, ide bhaashe, endendu nammadagirali (Let this land, this language, be ours forever). My roots show in every piece I make, hoping it brings a bit of devotion and happiness into your space.