Custom Black & White Portraits
Shipped across Ramanagara
I hand-draw realistic black and white portraits from your photos, using pencil or charcoal, and can combine people from different pictures into one custom artwork.
Pricing Guide
A4 Single Subject Portrait
Core Specifications
- Subject: Single person (Head and Shoulders composition).
- Size: A4 (21 x 29.7 cm) on 180+ GSM heavyweight cartridge paper.
- Medium: Professional grade Graphite and Charcoal pencils.
- Style: Realistic shading focusing on facial features with a plain white background.
Delivery & Finish
- Protection: Coated with clear matte fixative spray to prevent smudging and yellowing.
- Preview: Digital image of the sketch shared for approval before final dispatch.
- Packing: Secured between rigid cardboard sheets and waterproof sleeves.
- Note: Frame is not included; artwork is delivered as loose sheets.
A3 Couple Portrait
Core Specifications
- Subject: Up to two subjects (Couple, Siblings, or Parent-Child).
- Size: A3 (29.7 x 42 cm), providing double the surface area of the standard portrait.
- Paper: Premium Textured Paper (Ivory/White) designed to hold charcoal depth.
- Detailing: High focus on soft elements (hair, fabric drapes) and hard elements (spectacles, jewelry).
Advanced Features
- Photo Merging: Includes combining two separate reference photos into a single cohesive drawing.
- Background: Includes subtle shading or gradients rather than stark white space.
- Protection: Sealed with heavy-duty fixative and packaged in a reinforced flat-pack.
A3 Family or Deity Composition
Core Specifications
- Subject: 3 to 4 Human Subjects (Family Portrait) OR 1 Complex Deity Figure.
- Technique: High-Definition Realism using a full range of graphite and charcoal grades.
- Size: Premium A3 format.
Artistic Detailing
- Intricacy: Specific rendering of micro-details like patterned clothing, watches, and facial variations.
- Deity Work: Includes detailed metallic textures (crowns), garlands, and religious markings.
- Background: Contextual background elements (temple arches, scenery, or artistic strokes) included.
Service Level
- Composition: Detailed planning on layout and arrangement of subjects.
- Updates: Progress logs shared showing stages from outline to final shading.
- Packaging: Priority handling with additional protective layers for transit.
About Custom Black & White Portraits
Art is My Life
Nanu obba pencil artist (I'm a pencil artist). For me, drawing isn't just work - it's the way I connect with people and spread a bit of preethi (love) around. Every sketch I make is a chikka prayatna (small attempt) to give you something real, not just digital.
Your Photos, My Touch
I turn your favourite photos into custom pencil artwork. Sometimes I use pencil for sharp, realistic black and white drawing, especially for details like hair and eyes. Sometimes I switch to charcoal for a softer finish. You get a portrait that's more personal than a photo on your phone.
Something for Everyone
- Individual portraits to keep someone's memory close
- Couple sketches for anniversaries, weddings, or just because
- Family portrait from photos, even if the people are in different pictures - mixing them together in one drawing is tumba khushi (a lot of happiness) for me
My Process - Hege Kelasa Maadutte?
You send me a clear photo, I pick up my pencils and start. I work on A4 or A3 paper, hand-drawing every detail. Framing is also handled if you want. Seeing the smile when someone gets their portrait - that's the best part.
Details Matter
I'm a bit obsessed with making things look real. I spend extra time on things like the shine in jewellery or the light in someone's eyes, so the portrait feels alive.
Meet your Expert
Sagar Kumar
9 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Nanu Sagar Kumar, Ramanagara silk city nalli iddini. Pencil chitra bidisodu nanna jeevana – art barodu, everyday janara mugilu nododu, adu nanage inspiration. Vishnuvardhan, Kuvempu, avarinda influence ide, but petrol bunk anna, fruit seller kooda nanage muse. Car nalli sketch madodu, avarige kododu, adu bere level khushi. Negativity ignore maadbeku, artinda good vibes spread madbeku, simple philosophy.
My Work
Realistic Pencil Sketches, Charcoal Drawings & Watercolor Paintings - Nimma photo kalsi, I’ll make realistic pencil portrait, charcoal drawing or watercolor memory painting for you.
Custom Portraits for All - Individuals, couples, babies – A3 or A4 size, nimma memory na sketch madthini.
Live Sketch Artist - Sometimes I do live sketches for people on the spot – reactions are priceless.
Free DP Sketch for Followers - Social media nalli support madidre, sometimes I’ll draw your DP for free. Follow madi!