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Featured Murals, Clay Art, and Live Portraits

byShivakumar KandikereTravels for projects across KarnatakaStarts from120 per sq ftView full gallery

Art is a way to connect. From detailed 3D clay reliefs to large-scale wall murals and live event painting, here is a glimpse of how I bring stories to life.

This handcrafted clay mural of the poet-saint Kanaka Dasa is one of my specialties. I sculpt the figures directly onto the wall, creating a three-dimensional piece with deep texture and shadow that brings the story to life.

Art is a powerful tool for teaching. Here you can see my work for the 'Sarkari Shaale Ulisi Abhiyaana' where we painted murals with themes like environmental protection, bringing joy and important messages to the children.

I love creating bold, impactful portraits. This large-scale mural of Che Guevara was painted on a compound wall, transforming a simple surface into a powerful statement piece with vibrant colors and strong details.

Using traditional Indian art forms like Warli, I tell timeless stories. This mural depicts Kamadhenu, the sacred cow, in the classic, minimalist Warli style, bringing a sense of heritage and peace to the space.

Art can also be a performance. This video shows a live speed painting I did on stage, creating a portrait of the sage Valmiki upside down and revealing it to the audience with a splash of gold dust.

Every project begins with a line and a vision. This is the process of painting a large portrait of Nalvadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar, showing the careful brushwork and layering required to capture a likeness on a grand scale.

For me, the work is not complete until I see the smiles it brings. Standing with these bright young students in front of their newly painted government school is the greatest reward for my art.

About Featured

My process begins by understanding your space, whether it is a school boundary wall or a feature wall in your home. I use professional weather-proof emulsion for exterior murals to withstand the elements, and artist-grade acrylics for interior detailing. When we connect, we can decide if you need the textured depth of a hand-sculpted clay mural or the clean, storytelling impact of traditional Warli patterns.

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