Shobhaa De – an icon – a digital portrait

Have been wanting to introduce the series of digital paintings on the city of Mumbai. The works capture beautifully the essence of Mumbai and its ever vibrant lifestyle. Glimpses of the life in the magical city has been brought out beautifully in each one of these works.

However, before starting with the Mumbai series thought I must put up a portrait of an icon, a writer, a socialite, a diva; who I feel represents fully the spirit of the charming city of Mumbai. Need I say more, presenting the glamorous and classy Shobhaa De.

She is one who definitely needs no introduction. How would I introduce her was a thought that I have been playing around with for a few days now. Will the word “writer” suffice to describe this lovely lady with a multi-faceted personality? Living life on her own terms, yes, that’s what I love about this beautiful lady. She has rewritten the rules of life altogether. A successful model, renowned writer, mother, wife, socialite, a style icon; I probably would run short of words trying to describe her. It is her never say die attitude that makes her a cut above the rest, stand out from the crowd.

This digital portrait of Shobhaa De uses a combination of Photoshop and Corel Painter. A beautiful play of light and colors bring alive the vibrant spirit that is so typical of this beautiful lady.