Behind the Scenes: My Studio Process

People often ask how I manage to fit a whole love story onto a tiny kaleera pendant. It all starts here in my Delhi studio. I sketch the couple based on your photos, focusing on the small details that make you, you—like the shade of your lehenga or the specific style of your turban—using watercolor-effect acrylics.

Once the painting is done, the focus shifts to durability. These pieces are meant to be worn for hours, not just to look pretty in photos. I use high-quality gold-plated brass for the base, which is designed to resist tarnish. If we are working on statement earrings, I use lightweight MDF or polymer clay so you are not dragging heavy jewelry around all day.

Because every piece is custom-made, I usually need about 3 to 5 weeks to get everything perfect. This covers the painting, the drying time, and the final assembly with the pearls and bells. Whether you are in Delhi, Bangalore, or even Canada, I pack everything in reinforced hard-boxes with velvet lining to make sure they reach you safely. If you have a specific color palette for your Haldi or Mehendi, let me know. I can mix my paints to match your outfit perfectly.