--- title: "Realistic Pencil & Charcoal Portraits by Sagar Kumar in Bangalore" description: "Looking for hand-drawn portraits? I create realistic pencil and charcoal sketches for events and homes across Bangalore. Book a live sketching session today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sagar_arts17/live-portrait-sketching/featured last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Realistic Pencil and Charcoal Portraits Tribe Verified · Bangalore-based artist, specializing in charcoal realism. By [Sagar Kumar](https://mytribe.in/sagar_arts17) · Travels for events across Bengaluru & Ramanagara · ₹2,500 per session (estimate) Part of [Live Portrait Sketching](https://mytribe.in/sagar_arts17/live-portrait-sketching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sagar_arts17/live-portrait-sketching/gallery) From live sketching at events to custom portraits at your home, I capture your moments on paper. See how I bring real faces to life with charcoal and graphite. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is why I do what I do. I sketched this security guard I see every day, and his smile when he saw the portrait was priceless. This is the preethi I find in my art, connecting with people through a simple pencil sketch.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e67f44a9-dec9-429b-8982-d50468bfed92) - [Video: Here is my tribute to the great Kannada poet, Da. Ra. Bendre. This detailed charcoal and pencil portrait shows the level of realism I aim for in every sketch, capturing not just a face, but a personality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09aa2740-26ba-4254-b7fb-acac4572542a) - [Video: From a blank page to a cherished memory. This is a live portrait I did for a client, capturing his likeness in a realistic black and white sketch. It’s a personal piece of art he can keep forever.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b1b6d42-f413-450d-91e2-7c5063b153de) - [Video: I found this anna at a local tea stall and decided to do a quick live sketch for him. Seeing his surprise and happiness is the best part of my job. My art is for everyone, everywhere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13112d64-99c0-4b6e-b2b4-604471970bc3) - [Video: I also create portraits of couples, perfect for anniversaries, weddings, or as a special gift. Here, I've sketched a classic scene from the movie 'Nanna Preethiya Ramu' featuring D Boss Darshan, showing how I can capture the connection between two people.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d905d3a5-0c9c-46f7-ba28-01c8384df3e8) - [Video: From inside my mobile studio, my car, I drew this portrait of Rashtrakavi Kuvempu. This shows my process, using pencil and charcoal to bring his iconic image to life, all while on the move.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b93a60a4-665b-477d-8887-9fd9d1088173) - [Video: This is what a live sketching session looks like. The person sits for a short while, and I draw their portrait on the spot. It's a quick, personal, and unique experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/84dc5f9a-7ec3-4d6b-95ff-3b0a4ffa7736) ## About Featured When you book a session, remember that I work on-the-spot using traditional charcoal and graphite pencils. Whether it is a solo portrait at your home or a live sketching station at your event, I need a well-lit space to ensure the realism is spot on. I do not use digital filters or photo editing; everything is hand-drawn, capturing the authentic likeness of you or your guests. ### My Approach to Art Art for me is a way to connect with people. Whether I am sketching in my mobile studio, a car, or at a venue in Bangalore, my focus remains on the same thing: realism. I do not believe in rushing the process. Every portrait, whether it is for a birthday, anniversary, or a tribute, is done by hand on premium cartridge paper. ### What I Offer * **Home Portrait Sessions:** I come to your place, set up, and sketch a portrait in 45 to 90 minutes. This is ideal for solo portraits or couple sketches on A4 or A3 sheets. * **Live Event Sketching:** If you are hosting a wedding or a corporate event, I can set up a live station. I provide quick, high-quality sketches for your guests, giving them a physical keepsake to take home. * **Custom Commissions:** Send me a photo and I will create a detailed charcoal or pencil sketch for you. I can combine people from different photos into one frame. ### Logistics and Requirements * **Location:** I travel across Bangalore and Ramanagara for both home sessions and event bookings. * **Space:** For events, please provide a small table, two chairs, and a well-lit area. This helps me maintain the quality of the drawing. * **Materials:** I bring my own charcoal, pencils, and paper. I fix the charcoal drawings with a spray to prevent smudging before handing them over to you. ### Why Choose Hand-Drawn? There is a different kind of warmth in a hand-drawn sketch compared to a digital print. It carries the marks of the artist and the effort of the moment. If you want a piece of art that feels personal and genuine, I am here to sketch it for you. ## About Sagar Kumar I am Sagar, a pencil artist from Ramanagara currently working across Bangalore. Art for me is not just about drawing, it is a way to spread positivity and connect with people. I travel to your location, sketch your portrait in real time, and aim to capture the real 'preethi' in every expression. 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