--- title: "Sand Artist Raghavendra Hegde Live Sustainable Art for Events - mytribe" description: "Hire award-winning sand artist Raghavendra Hegde for live sand art, sustainable performances, and custom eco-friendly artwork. Perfect for events and digital sand art NFTs. Make your occasion memorable and green!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/sandartisthegde last_updated: 2024-05-15 --- # Raghavendra Hegde I am an award-winning sand artist with over 800 live performances worldwide, from corporate events to the G-20 summit. My art is a sustainable medium to celebrate our culture and nation. ## Services ### [Live Sand Art Performances](https://mytribe.in/sandartisthegde/live-sand-art-performances) Travels across India for live performances Typically ₹35K-1.5L per performance (estimate) - [Video: This video shows the magic of sand art as it happens. I begin with simple shapes and, with a few movements, a detailed and expressive face emerges, capturing a moment of peace and introspection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/236792f9-eeee-4970-990f-eb223b1df62a) - ![It was a true honor to perform a live sand art tribute for Mr. Azim Premji's 80th birthday and present this finished sand portrait to him personally. Creating custom visual stories for inspirational leaders is a deeply rewarding part of my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9ad8d92-6fc1-4b72-97eb-5eaaed49f9d5) - [Video: For the G20 summit in India, I created this sand art story to reflect our nation's theme of 'Vasudaiva Kutumbakam': One Earth, One Family, One Future. It shows how my sustainable art form can convey a powerful global message.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/941bc5a8-ce70-4a48-86c8-d5a97a018805) - ![With grains of sand, I depicted the unfurling of our Tiranga, a symbol of India's strength and unity. This piece is a tribute to our nation and the spirit of 'Har Ghar Tiranga' during our Independence Day celebrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4007e6e2-aca4-44c6-8a80-cd235f271a3e) - ![I was humbled to receive the 'Indian Iconic Artist of The Year - 2023' award from actress Pooja Hegde. This recognition for my contribution to sand art is a moment I will always cherish.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/281fde02-f521-432f-8597-f06d23ced12f) - [Video: This sand art performance tells the epic story of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. I use flowing sand to depict scenes from the Ramayana, the devotion of the people, and the final magnificent structure, connecting with our deep cultural roots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77dffb02-d16e-4cce-a0cb-9a96d5fe0596) - ![This sand painting, titled 'Circles', is an example of my fine art work. It explores themes of femininity and inner peace, using the natural texture of sand to create a piece that is both visually striking and emotionally resonant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86520439-8445-4b99-997b-7bf25935c07c) ### [Sand & Digital Artwork](https://mytribe.in/sandartisthegde/sand-digital-artwork) Ships across India; Visit studio in Yeswanthpur, Bengaluru Typically ₹8-50K per artwork (estimate) - [Video: This is where the magic happens. Watch as grains of sand come together to form a serene portrait, showing the fluid and expressive nature of live sand art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/236792f9-eeee-4970-990f-eb223b1df62a) - ![A sand portrait tribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday. I use fine grains of sand to capture the details and character of inspiring personalities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/127c32fd-a6c9-43f1-aaca-479300a8d9be) - ![Titled 'Spread', this piece is part of my 'Sanddigi' collection. It starts as a physical sand painting and is then transformed into a dynamic digital artwork, exploring themes of struggle and release.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a34f006-93c9-46ef-b701-542a32de45f3) - ![My tribute for Independence Day, 'Jai Hind'. This piece captures the collective spirit of our nation, with countless individuals moving forward under the tricolor, all depicted in sand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4007e6e2-aca4-44c6-8a80-cd235f271a3e) - ![Titled 'Sprout', this eco-art piece symbolizes new beginnings and the resilience of nature. It's a simple yet powerful representation of my commitment to creating sustainable art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad93165d-edf4-4d54-829a-ee4129da127e) - ![A moment of peace captured in sand. This portrait of Buddha was created for Buddha Purnima, using a blend of colors to evoke a sense of calm and spiritual tranquility.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/48139980-8e35-41ac-8416-fc3610b03e74) - ![A glimpse of my 'Sand Fusion' collection displayed at a gallery. Seeing my work framed and arranged like this shows how a series of smaller pieces can create a large, impactful statement wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1b68281e-7a3d-44d5-b30f-7f34767c1e92) - ![It was an immense honor to create a live sand art performance detailing the life of Mr. Azim Premji and then present this sand portrait to him for his 80th birthday celebrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e9ad8d92-6fc1-4b72-97eb-5eaaed49f9d5) ## Meet your expert ### My story Namaskara! I’m Raghavendra Hegde, sand artist from Bangalore. Sure, I’ve got a post-grad in visual art, but sand—aye, that’s my real adda (spot). It’s not just art, it’s green art, eco-art. All those tiny grains, coming together, like Vasudaiva Kutumbakam (One World, One Family). Done 800+ shows, even performed at G-20, and got the 'Indian Iconic Artist' award from Pooja Hegde—funny coincidence, right? Connecting to my roots at Prakruthi Habba keeps me grounded. ### My work - **Live sand art for events**: I perform live sand art, telling custom stories for any event—corporate, award nights, even summits. - **Sand paintings and digital art for sale**: I make sustainable sand paintings and digital pieces—abstract, portraits, all limited edition ecoart. - **Art with a message**: My art celebrates culture, country, and sustainability. More than sand, it’s about connecting people.