Hand-drawn Family & Couple Portraits
I capture the bond you share in a timeless piece of art. Whether it is an anniversary, a birthday, or a simple moment of togetherness, I turn your favorite photos into detailed pencil and charcoal sketches.
A pencil drawing tribute to the beautiful love story of Sita Ramam. This piece captures the classic romance and is an example of a custom couple's portrait I can create for you.
A commissioned family portrait done in pencil. This artwork brings together a father, mother, and their child in a single, cherished frame.
A commissioned pencil portrait capturing the special bond between a man and his beloved dog. I love drawing pets and the people who love them.
This was a lovely commission to draw a woman with her cherished pet. The joy in her expression shows the pure love between them, which I aimed to capture with my pencils.
About Hand-Drawn Family & Couple Portraits
When you commission a family or couple portrait, I do not just replicate a photograph. If you have separate photos of your loved ones, I can merge them into a single, cohesive composition. This allows you to create a shared memory, like bringing a partner or a parent into a scene where they were not physically present, ensuring your portrait tells the full story of your bond.
How I Create Your Portrait
Every piece begins with a resolution check of your reference photo. I use professional-grade Steedtler and Faber Castell graphite and charcoal powder on heavy, acid-free paper to ensure your portrait stands the test of time.
My Workflow:
- Drafting: I share a work-in-progress image once the initial sketch is laid out, so you can see the direction of the art.
- Refinement: For A3 memorial or complex family pieces, I include rounds of adjustments on facial expressions to capture that specific, cherished look.
- Protection: Each sketch is finished with a clear matte fixative spray to prevent smudging, then mounted in a solid, 1-inch synthetic wood frame, ready to hang.
Choosing Your Size:
- A4 (Single Subject): Best for a focused portrait. It gives you a clean, detailed look at the face, ideal for birthdays or solo milestones.
- A3 (Couples & Families): Perfect for two or more subjects. This size allows me to capture the dynamics between people, making it my recommended choice for couple anniversaries or family tributes.
Everything is packed securely in multi-layer bubble wrap and thermocol, so your memories arrive safe, no matter where you are in India.
Ravish Harikantra
I am Ravish, a self-taught artist from Ankola. I do not just draw faces; I look for the story behind them—the smile or the memory you want to keep forever. My art is my way of giving back.
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