--- title: "Spiritual and Divine Art Portraits by Shivakumar Kandikere" description: "Get custom spiritual and divine art, including pencil sketches of deities and acrylic paintings. Shivakumar Kandikere captures the soul in every portrait." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/custom-commissioned-artwork/spiritual-divine-art last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Spiritual and Divine Art Portraits Tribe Verified · Hand-drawn sketches from temple visits. By [Shivakumar Kandikere](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere) · Ships across India · ₹2,500 per artwork (estimate) Part of [Custom Commissioned Artwork](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/custom-commissioned-artwork). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/custom-commissioned-artwork/gallery) I capture the energy of spiritual icons and sacred moments in my sketches and paintings, bringing a sense of peace to your home and heart. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A time-lapse painting of Yogi Mahadeva (Lord Shiva), showing the process of creating his divine form on canvas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2acc4310-0a6e-4b2e-aa2b-bbff1ce2dc4b) - [Video: A sketch of the magnificent Panchamukhi Anjaneya statue, drawn on-site as I admired its grandeur.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/765730d5-fd7d-41ab-b699-90b6a1158c7e) - [Video: A video capturing my visit to the Male Mahadeshwara temple, a place of great spiritual energy that inspires my art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79596cbb-52ed-433d-9961-bfff999e6cec) - [Video: During a visit to Male Mahadeshwara Hills, I sketched a priest who seemed lost in thought, capturing a moment of quiet devotion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dfb6f57a-6e04-4f73-94b1-7e2480514add) ## About Spiritual & Divine Art When I paint divine forms or visit temples like the Male Mahadeshwara Hills to sketch, I do not just focus on the features. I look for the stillness in the eyes, whether it is a priest lost in deep devotion or the grandeur of an idol like Panchamukhi Anjaneya. This art is not just about the final frame, but about transferring that sense of 'Shanti' (peace) onto the canvas for you to keep in your personal space. My connection to spiritual art goes back to my roots. I believe that every stroke on the canvas should carry a sense of reverence. Whether it is a time-lapse painting of Yogi Mahadeva or a quick charcoal sketch of a monument, the goal remains the same: capturing the soul of the subject. I often travel to sacred spaces, where the surroundings themselves dictate the movement of my charcoal or brush. For those who want to bring this divine energy home, I offer two distinct paths: * **Custom Acrylic Paintings:** These use bold, vibrant colors to bring deities or spiritual figures to life. They are created on high-quality canvas and finished with a gloss varnish, making them durable for your home or office. * **Pencil & Charcoal Portraits:** These focus on the 'Bhakti' (devotion) expressed in the features. They are ideal for creating a timeless tribute to spiritual leaders or cultural figures you admire. Every artwork is a process. For portraits of deities or religious figures, I begin by understanding the mood you want to evoke. We can work with high-resolution references to ensure the final piece feels personal and significant. My work is not about perfect symmetry, it is about capturing the feeling behind the face. ## About Shivakumar Kandikere I am SK. My art is my way of praying, and I believe that every canvas carries a piece of my soul. I find joy in sketching the divine and the innocent, always aiming to put a smile on someone’s face with my work. 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