Creative Strokes: Storytelling in Realism, Abstract, texture & Concept Paintings

Please take a look at the painting that I created and see what you think… then read my thoughts. This painting is about the sexual harassment which women are facing in day-to-day life. I actually made this painting when the number of harassment cases was  high, but now it has increased even more.  This piece confronts the harsh reality of sexual harassment and the failure of justice. Surrounded by scorched newsprint, the blindfolded figure of justice is violated by red hands , symbolizing silenced victims and a broken system that ignores their cries. A powerful call to acknowledge what society tries to burn away. Around her, I’ve used torn newspaper pieces - burnt at the corners. Because that’s what happens to their pain. A woman’s pain becomes news. For a day. Maybe two. And then… it disappears. That is why I burnt the edges , to show how quickly society lets these realities fade away, as if they never mattered. Nowadays in India, there is not a single day passing with...

  Alright folks, let’s talk about one of the most common questions we hear as artists : “Will AI replace artists?” This question seems to pop up everywhere lately. But when we really think about it, art has always been deeply connected to human emotions . Humans naturally tend to express and respond to emotions through creativity. And most of the time, people choose or appreciate art that emotionally connects with them . A piece of art becomes meaningful when it makes someone feel something - happiness, nostalgia, curiosity, or even sadness. AI can certainly generate images quickly. But it usually works with existing data and patterns it has learned from. So, I dont think it kinda replace us. As artists we create differently. We create from our experiences, thoughts, memories, and personal journeys . Those experiences often shape artworks in ways that naturally connect with others. That’s why many artworks resonate with people , because somewhere within that piece, there is a re...

In my previous post, I talked about that phase in life where passion and reality begin to pull us in different directions. During that time, I felt a lot of confusion , wanting to follow art, but also thinking about stability, income, and responsibilities , It was hard to explain those feelings with words, so I turned them into a painting. In this painting, the person stands between two paths. The fingerprint-like road symbolizes  identity and self-expression -  the part of us that wants to follow our passion. The other reflects the structured path many of us choose for stability and survival.  Around the scene, you can see scattered clocks and question marks. For me, they represent something many of us feel during that stage: the pressure of time and the uncertainty of making the “right” choice.  Above everything, there is a face watching the scene, like a quiet observer. It represents self-reflection. That moment when you step back and ask yourself: Who am I rea...

Have you ever been at that stage in life where you want to become a full-time artist… but something inside you hesitates? Not because you don’t love art. Not because you don’t believe in yourself. But because of things like stability, income, and family. I think many artists quietly go through this phase. There’s this strong passion inside us that wants to create, explore, and live a life around art. At the same time, there’s another voice reminding us about responsibilities , the need for stability, the need to earn, the need to build a secure future. And sometimes those two voices don’t agree with each other. People around us often suggest the safer path. A stable job. A corporate career. Something predictable. But somewhere deep inside, we start feeling something else -  guilt . Guilt for wanting to follow our passion. Guilt for thinking about art when life asks us to be practical. It’s a strange feeling… wanting something so deeply, yet feeling unsure if it’s the right thing to...

 I think all of us carry a broken piece somewhere inside. Not the kind a doctor can see. Not the kind medicine can easily fix. I’m talking about those quiet wounds , heartbreak, stress, loneliness, memories that stay longer than we want them to. If you’ve ever felt that way, I want you to know something. I understand. I’ve been there too. There were moments when nothing really helped. No advice, no distraction, nothing. And that’s when I realized something strange but beautiful. Some wounds cannot be healed by medication. But they can be touched by music. Have you ever listened to a song and felt like it understood you completely? Like the lyrics were saying exactly what you were feeling inside? For me, music became a quiet support during difficult moments. And slowly, it helped. That’s what this artwork represents to me. A heart that carries pain… being slowly filled and healed by music. Because the truth is, we all go through hard times. But you’re not alone in...

Alright folks, what’s up? Today I’m not going to bore you with tips. Instead, I want to share a very honest side of my journey as an artist. First, let me say this clearly: This is just my personal experience. Sketching daily works for many artists, but for me it didn’t always feel natural. You often hear artists say, “Sketch every day.” And yes, it’s good advice. But here’s the truth from my side. I don’t sketch every day. For a long time, I tried to force myself to do it. I told myself that if other artists could sketch daily, I should be able to do it too. So I pushed myself to sketch every single day. But instead of helping me, it only stressed me out. Over the years I realized something important: That routine works for some artists ,but it doesn’t work for everyone. For me, sketching works best when my mind actually feels like creating. When I’m curious, calm, and excited to pick up the pencil. I’m not saying you shouldn’t sketch daily. If that works for you, that’s amazing. But ...