The Artistic Process: From Sketch to Mural
A look at the quiet rhythm behind my work. Discover how sensations, digital sketches, and tactile textures turn into stories on your walls.
Chaos makes the muse. This video captures the sensations that fuel my art: the 'gudgudahat' (tickle of an idea), 'harbarahat' (restless urge), and 'kulbulahat' (a stirring inside).
The process often begins digitally. Here, I'm sketching out ideas on my tablet, translating feelings and concepts into lines before they ever touch a wall.
From sketch to structure. This is a technical drawing for a mixed-media installation, mapping out how the hand-woven and painted elements will come together.
A concept sketch for a woven art piece. I note down materials like wooden beads, hand-painted MDF, and cotton thread, planning the textures and colors for the final installation.
Bringing the sketch to life. Here, I'm working on the hand-woven macrame portion of the sculptural art piece, a slow and meditative part of the process.
My team and I installing the large, sculptural woven art piece. Collaboration is key to bringing these complex, multi-part installations together on site.
The first step in creating the 3D sculptural eyes for my murals. My team hand-molds each eye from clay, creating the unique form that will be embedded in the artwork.
A team member carefully attaching a freshly molded clay eye to the painted leaf on the wall. This is where the 2D and 3D elements of the mural merge.
The sculptural eye after being painted, now fully integrated into the leaf. This mixed-media approach adds a surprising layer of depth and tactility to the mural.
Adding the final shading to a painted leaf, right next to where a sculptural eye will be placed. The process involves a constant interplay between different mediums and techniques.
About The Artist's Process: From Spark to Stroke
My process often begins without a formal sketch, triggered by a 'gudgudahat', a specific tickle of an idea that dictates the rhythm of the work. I prefer to let the wall guide me, using digital mockups on Procreate to test the composition and perspective before my team and I arrive on-site to prime, paint, and layer in intricate details like gold leaf or hand-molded clay.
Every mural I paint is a conversation between instinct and structure. Once we define the direction, I create one to two digital iterations superimposed on your actual wall photo. This step ensures that the scale, lighting, and placement of your mural feel intentional before we start the physical work.
My team and I handle everything from surface preparation—sanding and priming—to the final protective varnish that keeps the art safe from dust and humidity. We use high-grade artist acrylics and, for luxury projects, we integrate 3D sculptural elements like clay relief or metallic gilding to add depth that paint alone cannot achieve.
Collaboration is at the heart of what I do. Whether you are an interior designer looking for a feature wall or a homeowner wanting to transform a reading nook, I work with you to ensure the art reflects your story. From Mumbai apartments to boutique hotels in Goa, I bring the same level of care to every project, treating your wall as a canvas for a lasting, organic experience. If you have a space that feels empty, let us talk about the story it is waiting to tell.
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