--- title: "Charcoal and Pencil Sketching Classes in Bangalore | Shikha Art" description: "Learn charcoal and pencil portrait sketching in Bangalore. Master shading, anatomy, and portrait techniques in small, fun classes. Join me at my studio." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shikhaartgallery/art-classes-workshops/charcoal-pencil-portraits last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # Charcoal and Pencil Portrait Classes in Bangalore Tribe Verified · Teaching art in Sobha Silicon Oasis By [Shikha Goel](https://mytribe.in/shikhaartgallery) · Online, Studio in Electronic City & Events across Bengaluru · ₹1,200 per person (estimate) Part of [Art Classes & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/shikhaartgallery/art-classes-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shikhaartgallery/art-classes-workshops/gallery) Unlock the secrets of shading and anatomy to bring faces to life on paper. I guide you through the lines and textures to help you master realistic portrait sketching. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A wonderful freehand sketch of Jawaharlal Nehru by my student Rishav. We worked on capturing his distinct features and warm expression through careful pencil shading.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/654ae0dc-b6b2-41d7-ad74-83265e91582e) - [Video: A customized charcoal portrait I created as a special gift. These detailed artworks are a beautiful way to capture precious family memories and make for a truly personal present.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93de1f57-214a-4663-a048-847f9f1cc7eb) - [Video: A serene and beautiful charcoal drawing of Shiva and Parvati. My student did an amazing job with the soft shading and capturing the divine connection between them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b167d457-d2a1-414c-9230-499bc48b8d4e) - [Video: This optical illusion Buddha portrait is such a creative piece. We explored how to use lines and shading to create a sense of depth and movement in this charcoal drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ff796c4-9df5-4634-9d9e-6585afe48d25) - [Video: Myra's stunning charcoal artwork of Goddess Annapurna. The level of detail in the jewelry and the serene expression is the result of dedicated practice with shading and blending techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12dd4e7b-44c9-41f8-a88a-d81d9ded3b6f) - [Video: Jahanvi's charcoal practice of Ardhanarishvara, the composite form of Shiva and Parvati. She did a wonderful job balancing the masculine and feminine features in this powerful portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cd61feb7-17b0-4593-830f-7808dfceed2b) - [Video: This charcoal piece by Sneha captures a quiet moment of rural life. The texture of the water buffalo and the anatomy of the boy show a great understanding of light and shadow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1a21d2f-c231-47f7-bed1-64eb152041c5) - [Video: Sanchaita's charcoal portrait of the Adiyogi statue. Capturing the meditative expression and the metallic texture of the statue was a great exercise in shading and form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e3ac857-5686-4f42-af06-9c222ac83ae4) - [Video: Another fantastic charcoal drawing of the Adiyogi statue. This student focused on creating strong contrasts to give the portrait a powerful and monumental feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f149476-35a5-48d9-af51-47e456ec9d0d) - [Video: A beautiful study of human anatomy and expression in charcoal. Myra captured the emotion and grace in this portrait of a woman with a lotus flower in her hair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/09c1d72f-c393-48d5-97dd-74ecdb6c85ad) - [Video: A creative half-and-half portrait of Krishna by Jhanavi. This piece combines realistic features with decorative patterns, showing a great blend of different charcoal techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/092c61ff-1a22-4a12-a8f2-f9a8eabe2deb) - [Video: A powerful depiction of Mata Rani with her lion. This student used charcoal and gold accents to create a divine and majestic portrait, focusing on the textures of the hair and the lion's mane.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcc69a64-c7e3-4ad2-8634-cf57ee2d28ce) - [Video: Myra's charcoal drawing of Maa Durga with her lion, with beautiful gold detailing added. Getting your hands messy with charcoal is part of the fun and the process of creating something so detailed.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d89bc97-4f98-46be-bc07-f92ea3b2216f) - [Video: A striking charcoal portrait study of Rabindranath Tagore by Sanchayita. The focus here was on capturing the wisdom and intensity in his eyes and the texture of his beard.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dac89bf6-f61c-4b81-a906-a066cac7c3c4) - [Video: A beautiful watercolor painting of Shiva and Parvati, expressing a spiritual theme in an artistic way. This piece explores color blending and composition to create a serene atmosphere.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0a3e37d-01b2-48a7-a3e1-ebd6043eedea) - [Video: This is an oil painting replica of a famous Raja Ravi Varma piece, created by one of my adult students. It's a 3x2 feet canvas, and it shows how anyone, even with a busy job, can learn classical painting techniques.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b82eb476-cf96-47b7-8f69-6855ce073155) - [Video: One of my favorite student pieces, a powerful depiction of Lord Shiva. This mixed-media artwork combines charcoal and color pencil to create a dynamic and divine portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e0e72ae6-ff8b-4c9e-b3ad-d676a7e306b0) - [Video: A portrait of a sadhu in meditation, done with color pencils. My student worked on capturing the deep expression and the texture of the beard and hair.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54a5ac27-802b-4e32-aec1-ce274cb7755f) - [Video: A pen art portrait capturing the deep lines and character of a Rajasthani woman. This is a great example of how line work alone can be used to create detailed and expressive human anatomy studies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4696563-ef53-4e43-96b2-9202746def09) - [Video: Line study is so important in art, as you can see in this expressive pen portrait. We practice different hatching and cross-hatching techniques to build form and shadow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7581c363-ed98-464a-88b0-9816be537393) - [Video: A work in progress sketch of Yashoda and Krishna. This is the first step in creating a painting, where we map out the composition and anatomy before adding color.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62d6a8b4-85f3-4274-a8f0-08343a4acf2c) - [Video: A beautiful and delicate pencil sketch of a young child. Capturing the softness of a child's features is a wonderful exercise in subtle shading and control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/823c6ceb-6083-4e3e-b55f-a8000d7f2b20) - [Video: A soft pastel portrait of a woman with a crown of roses. Pastels are wonderful for creating soft, blendable skin tones and vibrant colors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7bea4c0a-68ba-4a45-a3b7-fd1f89248310) - [Video: This incredibly detailed portrait of a woman with a nose ring is a testament to what can be achieved with charcoal. The focus on texture and light creates a very realistic and moving piece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce484e5f-34ca-4cb6-9da2-a5c0886866db) - [Video: A classic portrait study in charcoal, capturing the elegance and grace of the subject. We focused on creating smooth skin texture and the sparkle of the jewelry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c46640a7-40a4-4edc-bdac-157f9d005e0b) - [Video: A work in progress shot of a portrait using soft pastels. This shows the layering process, starting with the eyes to bring the subject to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f012735-3482-4117-8cd9-f8e4a62bf920) - [Video: A whimsical and creative portrait of a girl with butterflies in her hair. This piece combines realistic portraiture with imaginative elements, all done in acrylics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/757b73b9-99ab-4e8e-bfad-dd86378dbb30) ## About Charcoal & Pencil Portraits Working with charcoal is messy, but that is exactly how we get those deep, rich blacks and smooth transitions. I teach my students to see light and shadow before they even touch their pencil to paper, which makes all the difference when you are trying to capture a realistic expression or a specific look in someone's eyes. Many students walk in worried about their lack of experience, but charcoal is surprisingly forgiving if you know how to blend. We start with the basics of grip and stroke practice, then move into anatomy and form. It is not about making a perfect replica of a photo. It is about capturing the soul of the subject. Whether we are tackling a complex portrait of an Adiyogi statue or a study of a human face, we break it down into simple shapes and tones. My home studio in Sobha Silicon Oasis is a space for that exact kind of learning. Classes are kept small, usually 4 to 8 students, so I can sit with you, guide your hand, and show you exactly where to add that highlight or smudge for depth. Even if you only know how to draw stick figures, you will be surprised at what you can create after just a few sessions. ## About Shikha Goel I am Shikha, and I believe everyone has an artist hiding inside them waiting for the right guidance. I started my studio right here in Bengaluru to share the peace that art brings me, and seeing my students create detailed portraits is the highlight of my day. 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