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Custom Portraits & Caricatures

byKalakar The ArtistAvailable online; physical artworks shipped across IndiaStarts from₹2,500 per person/subjectView full gallery

From fun, exaggerated digital caricatures to realistic charcoal sketches, I create hand-drawn art that captures the exact vibe you are looking for.

A finished charcoal portrait of a young boy, capturing a moment of innocence. This style is perfect for creating a deeply personal and artistic keepsake of a loved one.

This video demonstrates my pencil sketching technique from start to finish. Watch as I use careful strokes and shading to bring the child's portrait to life on paper.

A commissioned portrait of Shri. Madhukar Parekh, the owner of Pidilite Industries. This shows my process for creating a formal yet expressive ink sketch for a corporate client.

Here is the process for another custom couple caricature. I start with a simple line drawing and build up the features to create a fun and recognizable portrait for my clients.

This video shows the creation of a third caricature, this time for a couple in a more formal setting. It's a great example of how caricatures can be adapted for different events and styles.

A quick look at a commissioned caricature of a gentleman with a beard. I focus on exaggerating key features in a playful way while still maintaining a strong likeness.

About Personalized Portraits & Caricatures

I start every piece on my iPad using Procreate to make sure we nail the look before any ink touches paper. If you go with a digital portrait, you get high-resolution files in just 3 to 5 days. For canvas work, I treat the digital design as our blueprint, then hand-paint it using professional oils or acrylics once you give the green light.

Trained at J.J. School of Arts, Mumbai — Approved by the tribe
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Kalakar The Artist

Available online; physical artworks shipped across IndiaStarts from ₹2,500 per person/subject

I am Vinit, a Kalakar who believes art should talk back to you. I trained at Sir J. J. School of Arts, and now I use my iPad and traditional tools to turn your photos into lasting stories.

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Realistic Individual Pencil Portraits

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A finished portrait capturing a joyful smile. My goal is to make the drawing feel as warm and real as the memory in the photograph.56
The final sketch held outdoors, showing the completed work. This was a commission that took over 46 hours to complete.
The first step is always a precise outline using the grid method. This ensures all the proportions are accurate before I begin the detailed shading work.

Custom Single Portraits Hand-Drawn from Your Photos

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Vikash TantiShips across India
This is the final version of a commissioned individual portrait, completed on A3 paper. The background is filled with my art supplies, showing the tools I use to create these detailed graphite sketches.6
A finished portrait of a woman, drawn with graphite on paper. I focused on capturing her gentle smile and the detailed pattern on her clothing, creating a balanced and realistic piece.

Realistic Individual Portrait Sketches

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A custom digital caricature created as a wedding gift for a lovely couple. They are pictured with their car against a beach backdrop, making it a personalized and memorable piece of art that celebrates their journey together.
This family caricature was a special request, created for my sister and brother-in-law whom I met after 12 years. It includes their beloved pets, a cat named Little Bit and a dog named Peanut, showing that our furry friends are family too.
A fun and lighthearted digital caricature created for a friend. These artworks are all about capturing a person's personality with a touch of humor. "Sabko Milega Aashirwad!"

Custom Digital Caricatures and Portraits

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Varun N RaoShips from Bengaluru across India
A custom A3-sized pencil sketch I did for a couple. Realistic pencil portraits are a popular choice for personal gifts, capturing a special memory in a timeless piece of art. This one is framed and ready to be displayed.5
A 20x30 inch commissioned acrylic painting. This portrait captures a traditional look with a vibrant Rajasthani turban against a solid black background, making the subject stand out. I work with you to create portraits that have personal meaning.
This is an 18x24 inch commissioned portrait done with acrylics on canvas. I worked from a photograph to create this realistic painting, which was then shipped to the client in Takhatgrah. It took about 16 hours of work to complete.
The final framed portrait of Shri Avdhesh Chaitanya Brahmachariji Maharaj. This is a custom devotional artwork created for a client, painted to be a centerpiece for their home or place of worship.

Handmade Custom Portraits in Pencil and Acrylic

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Mahipal PuriTravels for murals and ships canvas art across India
A happy client holding his freshly sketched portrait at the office. I enjoy doing these quick, live sketches to capture people in their natural environment.13
The finished quick portrait, sketched on colored paper to add warmth. Using graphite with white highlights helps to create depth and bring the subject's thoughtful expression to life.
A closer look at the pencil portrait, showing the detailed shading on the face and hair. Even in a quick sketch, I focus on capturing the light and structure of the features.

Custom Pencil & Graphite Portraits

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