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Featured Art and Live Event Painting Highlights

byShivakumar KandikereShips across IndiaStarts from2,500 per artworkView full gallery

A glimpse into my journey of turning stories into art. From live event sketches to heartfelt family tributes, here is where my art and soul meet.

This is why I do what I do. At a wedding reception, I created a surprise live painting as a tribute to the bride's father. Capturing this moment of pure love and emotion for the family is the greatest reward. It is my belief that a father is an unsung hero who lives for his family.

My 'One Sketch One Smile' philosophy in action. While out on a morning bike ride, I saw a man sitting alone on the roadside. I felt compelled to stop and capture his portrait, hoping to bring a little unexpected joy to his day. Seeing his smile is what fuels my passion.

A moment of love, frozen in time with acrylics on canvas. I work closely with couples to transform their favorite photographs into vibrant, expressive paintings that celebrate their bond and become a centerpiece in their home.

This is a very special and rare form of art I offer, created with my own blood. To be born in Karnataka is a blessing, and to be a Kannadiga is a privilege. I painted this portrait of Kannadaambe, the mother of our land, as a tribute filled with pride and gratitude.

A detailed pencil sketch tribute to the incredible Saalumarada Thimmakka. With graphite and charcoal, I focus on capturing the wisdom, strength, and kindness in a person's eyes, creating realistic portraits that honor their spirit.

Art is also a performance. Here I am on stage, creating a speed painting of Lord Sriram completely upside down. This unique style of live art brings energy and excitement to any event, leaving the audience with a memorable and magical experience.

Art can be created anywhere, with any tool. Using my digital tablet, I sketched this lovely grandmother I met in a village. The beautiful, shy smile she gave me when she saw her portrait is a memory I will always cherish.

Bringing four generations of a family together in a single frame. This custom acrylic painting on canvas is more than just a portrait; it's a family legacy, a visual story of heritage and connection that will be passed down for years to come.

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Every stroke I make is guided by a simple promise: to turn your cherished stories into a lasting memory. Whether I am sketching a quick tribute for a passerby or painting a four-generation family portrait, I focus on the emotion in the eyes. That is where the soul of the work lives.

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