Born in the Korgao village in Pedne, Vasudev Shetye developed an undying love for the visual arts from a very young age. After his S.S.C, he joined the Goa College of Arts to refine his art. His complex narrative arrangements bring to life the elements of Goan culture and identity. He was awarded the first prize for the drawing competition organized by the Goa University in 1999. He also secured the Camlin prize in the same year.