Portrait artist · Art teacher
Handmade is Heartmade
I'm Ruchita Akotkar. I turn your most precious photographs into hand-drawn portraits and paintings — and I teach art to students across India and around the world.
What I create
Made by hand, made for you
Drawing Courses
Step-by-step online classes for every skill level.
Colour Portrait Drawings
Vivid colour-pencil portraits made from your photograph.
Black & White Portraits
Classic graphite portraits with soft, lifelike shading.
Acrylic Paintings
Bold acrylic works on canvas for homes and offices.
Resin Art
Glossy resin keepsakes, frames and personalised gifts.
3D Miniature Box
Tiny handcrafted memory boxes for special occasions.
How ordering works
Three simple steps
01
Send your photo
Share a clear, well-lit photograph on WhatsApp.
02
Confirm the details
We agree on the medium, size, price and delivery date.
03
Receive your artwork
Your framed, hand-made piece reaches your doorstep.
Turn your memory into art
Commission a portrait for a birthday, wedding or anniversary — or start learning to draw one yourself.