--- title: "Custom Large-Scale Portrait Murals for Homes & Schools" description: "Looking for a realistic wall portrait? I create custom large-scale murals of historical icons and personal heroes in Karnataka. Durable, vibrant, and detailed." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/mural-wall-art-design/large-scale-portrait-murals last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Large-Scale Wall Portraits Tribe Verified · Transforming walls across Karnataka By [Shivakumar Kandikere](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere) · Travels for projects across Karnataka · ₹120 per sq ft (estimate) Part of [Mural & Wall Art Design](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/mural-wall-art-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shivakumar_kandikere/mural-wall-art-design/gallery) I capture the spirit of your heroes and loved ones on a grand scale. From detailed historical icons to personal portraits, I turn your blank walls into art that feels alive. ## Photos and videos - ![A finished portrait of Che Guevara, using bold colors and a starburst background to create a visually striking mural on an exterior wall.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/42ed45d6-b90d-4b65-9940-0a992ad5751a) - [Video: This is the completed wall portrait of Nalvadi Krishnaraja Wodeyar, painted to honor his legacy at a local school.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28979290-5bc3-4d4d-89b8-77f1ea3c3604) - [Video: A time-lapse of me painting a colorful mural of the goddess Saraswati, showcasing the layering of colors to achieve a vibrant and divine image.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93d5f370-217f-44b5-b996-4904788d9a52) - ![Posing with a work-in-progress mural of a historical warrior figure, showing the scale and initial color blocking of the portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfedb109-08bc-40c1-915f-2d29c25cc260) - ![The beginning stages of a portrait of educator Savitribai Phule, carefully outlining the features with a fine brush to ensure an accurate likeness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/867ff793-92fe-495a-804b-51839a2eba2f) ## About Large-Scale Portrait Murals I use the grid method or professional projection to ensure 100% anatomical accuracy on every portrait, from the eyes to the expression. Once the outline is perfect, I use high-quality artist-grade acrylics and weather-resistant finishes so your mural stays vibrant. This is a collaborative process, so we will work together on the reference image and wall dimensions before I start painting. Every wall has a story, and a portrait is the most personal way to tell it. Whether you want to honor a historical figure, celebrate a cultural icon, or pay tribute to a family member, I approach every mural with the same care I put into my community work at government schools. ### My Process I don't just freehand large portraits. I use grid scaling or projection techniques to make sure the proportions are exact. This is critical when you are working on a wall that is 10 feet tall or more. After the sketch, I build the image layer by layer. This layering process is what gives the eyes depth and makes the skin tones look realistic instead of flat. ### Durability and Materials Since these murals are often on exterior walls or high-traffic areas, they need to last. I use premium artist-grade acrylics and often finish with a protective clear coat to shield the art from the sun and mild rain. If the wall is outside, I ensure we use weather-proof emulsion bases to prevent the colors from fading. ### Why Choose a Painted Portrait A portrait is more than just a picture. It creates a focal point in your home or office that starts conversations. Because I have experience working on everything from small room walls to massive school buildings, I understand how to adjust my technique for the specific texture of your wall, whether it is smooth cement or brick. ## About Shivakumar Kandikere I am Shivakumar Kandikere, but you can call me SK. For me, art is my worship, and I put my heart into every brushstroke. I love turning empty walls into meaningful stories that make people smile. 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