Handmade Family and Couple Portraits by Sumana
Paintings that turn your special moments into permanent art. Whether it is a family gathering or an intimate couple shot, I paint the bond that makes you, you.
Two decades of love, laughter, and growing together, all captured in one special painting. It was an honor to create this anniversary portrait that tells the story of a beautiful journey.
A close-up look at the details in a family portrait, focusing on the children's faces. Capturing their unique expressions is the most rewarding part of creating these custom acrylic paintings.
Here’s a look at the finished family portrait, showing how I bring individual photos together into one cohesive artwork. This piece was commissioned by a wonderful family from Hong Kong.
This romantic couple portrait, set against a backdrop of soft foliage, was created as part of a wedding album project. It captures a quiet, intimate moment between the couple.
A glimpse into the creation of a South Indian wedding portrait. I love capturing the rich colors and traditions of these ceremonies, turning a precious memory into a lasting work of art.
My friend only had one childhood photo with her mom, so I recreated it as a timeless pencil sketch. This memorial artwork brings a cherished memory back to life in a new and beautiful way.
Watch the process of a family portrait coming to life on the easel. From the initial sketch to the final brushstrokes, each step is filled with care to capture the family's love.
About this collection
When I work on a family or couple portrait, I focus on the connection. If you have separate photos of family members, I can bring them together into one cohesive composition. It is about making sure the lighting and expressions feel natural, as if you were all standing in the same frame.
Whether you want the timeless feel of a graphite sketch or the rich color of an acrylic painting, I tailor the medium to the mood. For pencil sketches, I use Staedtler Mars Lumograph pencils on acid-free cartridge paper for a clean, classic look. For acrylics, I layer heavy-body paint on gallery-wrapped cotton canvas to get the depth and texture just right.
I love working on memorial pieces too. If you have an old, faded photo and want to recreate it with someone else, I reconstruct the scene and adjust the tones to ensure a smooth, realistic finish. This helps bring loved ones together, even those who might not be in the same room. I always share a work-in-progress image mid-way so we can adjust details if needed before I add the final varnish or fixative spray.
Sumana M
Hi, I am Sumana. For me, art is not just about making things look pretty. It is about capturing that one look, a shared laugh, or the bond that makes your family yours. I put my heart into every brushstroke to get those details right.
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