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I turn events into live galleries with speed painting and glitter reveals that leave guests amazed.
This is the magic I love to create. I start with an upside-down canvas, building the suspense until the final flip and glitter reveal. Capturing the love between a father and daughter at her reception was a truly emotional moment for everyone.
A naming ceremony is a precious moment. I create a unique glitter portrait of the baby, providing a grand reveal that the whole family can celebrate together. This piece for baby Arav was a joy to make.
For this wedding, I created a surprise glitter portrait of the couple. The performance involved my upside-down painting technique, where the final image is only revealed at the very last second, leaving the guests and the couple amazed.
My art isn't just for small gatherings. I perform on large stages with full production, including lights and pyrotechnics, to create a high-impact show for galas and corporate events. The energy of the crowd makes it all worthwhile.
The reactions are what I live for. This moment, when a daughter saw the surprise portrait of her father at her wedding, was filled with so much emotion. My art aims to create these unforgettable memories.
My speed painting is versatile. Here, I'm creating a portrait of Lord Sriram upside down during a dance festival. This technique adds an element of suspense and surprise to the performance.
Beyond glitter art, I also create vibrant, full-color portraits live at events. This large canvas was painted on-site and presented as a gift, capturing the likeness and personality of the guest of honor.
About this collection
My glitter reveal performances and upside-down painting acts are designed to build suspense, turning a standard event into a shared moment of wonder. I use high-contrast acrylics or metallic dust to ensure the final image pops, even under challenging stage lighting.
For me, painting live is about connection. Whether it is a corporate function in Bangalore or a family wedding, I want the audience to feel the process as much as the result.
Performance Types
- Speed Painting: This is my version of a magic show. I paint upside down while music plays, keeping the crowd guessing until the final flip. It fits perfectly for galas and stage shows.
- Glitter Reveal: This requires precision. I use invisible adhesive on black canvas, which might look like nothing until the final moment when I throw the gold or silver dust to reveal the subject.
Logistics
I arrive 60 to 90 minutes before the show to set up my easel and check the lighting. For glitter art, I bring protective drop cloths to keep the stage clean, so you do not need to worry about cleanup. It provides a high-energy focal point that gets people off their phones and into the moment. It turns a standard evening into a genuine memory.
Shivakumar Kandikere
I am SK, and for me, art is worship. My journey began with simple clay idols, but today, I live for the spark of joy I see in your eyes when a portrait takes shape live on stage.
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