Sketching Workshops
Hands-on group sessions where beginners and hobbyists learn core pencil techniques in a relaxed, creative setting — perfect for a weekend or a one-off experience.
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Portrait by Nivi
Every memory
Every memory
deserves a hand-drawn
life.
From a childhood photograph to your favourite film hero, we turn imagination and memory into fine pencil portraits — drawn stroke by stroke, entirely by hand.
Usually replies on WhatsApp within a few hours
Colour pencil portrait — a recent commission
About the artist
Meet Nivi
Portrait by Nivi began with a simple habit — sketching faces from memory to keep them close. That habit grew into a practice built on patience, precision and a deep love for the graphite line.
Every portrait is drawn entirely by hand, with hours spent on the smallest details: a stray curl, the light in an eye, the fold of a familiar smile. No shortcuts, no filters — just paper, pencil and attention.
Alongside custom artwork, Nivi teaches sketching to beginners and enthusiasts who want to slow down and learn to see the way an artist does.
NiviFounder & Artist, Portrait by Nivi
What we offer
Our Services
Whether you want to learn, gift or preserve a memory, there's a way to work with us.
Sketching Classes
Structured, ongoing lessons that build your skills from the ground up — shading, proportion, portraits and more, at a pace suited to you.
Enquire about classesSketching Orders
Send us a photograph and receive a personalised, hand-drawn portrait — a thoughtful gift or a way to keep a moment forever on paper.
Order your portraitMovie Character Sketches
Bring your favourite characters to paper — from cult classics to your latest binge, drawn with the same detail as any portrait.
Request a character sketch
Featured work
A few favourites from the sketchbook
A small selection of recent portraits and character studies. The full collection lives on Instagram.
Custom portrait commission — graphite pencil
Movie-style character sketch
Movie character sketch — pencil study
Custom portrait commission — pencil on paper
Movie character sketch — dramatic portrait
Pet portrait, made to order
See the full sketchbook and latest artwork on Instagram.
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Why Portrait by Nivi
Made by hand, made for you
100% hand-drawn artwork
Every line is drawn by pencil on paper — no tracing software, no filters, no shortcuts.
Attention to detail
Hours go into getting expression, light and texture right, not just a likeness.
Personalised to your story
Every order is treated individually, shaped around the memory or moment you want to keep.
A real learning experience
Classes and workshops are built to build genuine skill, not just fill a session.
Welcoming to all levels
From first-time sketchers to seasoned art enthusiasts, sessions adapt to where you are.
Fully custom orders
Any subject, any reference photo — portraits, pets, characters or a scene that matters to you.
Getting started
How it works
From first message to finished artwork, the process stays simple.
1
Choose a service
Decide between a custom sketch, a class, a workshop or a movie character portrait.
2
Message us on WhatsApp
Tap the WhatsApp button and send us a quick note about what you're looking for.
3
Discuss your requirement
We talk through size, style, reference photos, timelines and pricing together.
4
Receive your artwork
Get your finished sketch delivered, or begin your class or workshop as scheduled.
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Follow along for new sketches every week
Process videos, finished portraits and workshop moments — all on Instagram.
Let's create something together
Ready to turn your memory into art?
Send us a message with what you have in mind — a photo, a character, or a class you'd like to join. We'll reply on WhatsApp and take it from there.