Acrylic painting: Impressions of Chhath

Impressions of Chhath
(for better results please view this artwork from a distance)
11 X 14 inchs
Camel Artists Acrylics on handmade paper.

Chhath is an ancient Hindu festival and only Vedic Festival dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya and Chhathi Maiya (ancient Vedic Goddess Usha). The Chhath Puja is performed in order to thank Surya for sustaining life on earth and to request the granting of certain wishes.

This painting is a quick study of the Chhath puja which happened here in my home Guwahati, on the banks of the mighty river Brahmaputra.

Pencil sketch: FOOLED BY THE FOLIAGE

FOOLED BY THE FOLIAGE
Near Guwahati Refinery.
Pencil sketch on classmate sketchpad.
A3 drawing sheet.


Foliage are the toughest subjects to draw....that doesn't mean that you should stop trying. I have been a victim of constant demoralization by the people of art fraternity that one can never master the art of drawing and sketching foliage. I would however like to differ in this statement by saying that every art a painter does is a reflection of his current skill level and his vision of the realistic subject he is willing to draw or paint. As for me, this is by far one of my best attempts to make foliage and I am very happy with the results.

Pencil drawing: M L NIJORA (Jolpori's little sister)

M L NIJORA (Jolpori's little sister)
Inland water transport, Assam
Pencil on Fabriano A4 sheet

Acrylic painting: An Evening....near Jolpori

An Evening...near Jolpori.
Camel Artist Acrylics on Canson Montval 300 gsm rough paper.
11 X14 inches.

It was magical...the wave of orange washing over the landscape and suddenly the old forgotten boat brightens up. A begger makes home in this abandoned ferry. He is waiting for the rain and he thinks the old girl will once again come alive. I will wait for that day to come and once again enjoy the elegance and beauty as it strides across the river water with pride.

Watercolour painting: The tale of the forgotten river ferry

Forgotten Jolpori (The tale of the forgotten river ferry)
Camel Artist Watercolor on Fabriano Studio 300 gsm cold pressed paper
13.4 X 10.6 inches

Watercolour painting: Lake Windermere

Windermere Nabb ferry
Wetcanvas reference photo
13.4 X 10.6 inches
Camel Artist Watercolor on Canson Montval 300 gsm cold pressed paper.


Lake Windermere in England is a fascinating subject. This watercolour is actually done as a participation in a Wetcanvas watercolour challenge. This is painted from a photo reference by a gentleman in Wetcanvas. I have taken permission to paint this watercolour from the photographer. I did learn a lot from this painting and it was a wonderful experience.

Pencil sketch: Barthakur Clinic Hospital

BARTHAKUR CLINIC HOSPITAL, Kharghuli, Guwahati, Assam.
Pencil on Classmate sketchpad34cm X27cm.
Yes the banner is a bit off balance....just like it is..originally...The subject is Nursing Home situated on the banks of the River Brahmaputra in the beautiful hilly area of Kharghuli. The sketch is done on spot using charcoal and pencil. I found the rendering of the tree a bit tough. It was a good try.

Watercolour painting: Brahmaputra Ferry Ghat

Acrylic painting: The lights in a Nishi tribal village on full moon night" Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India

The lights in a Nishi tribal village on full moon night"
Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India
Acrylic on handmade paper
34cm X 27cm

Acrylic painting: Late night at a Nishi tribal village in Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India

Late night at a Nishi tribal village in Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India
Acrylic on handmade paper
34cm X 27cm

Acrylic painting: A night at a Nishi tribal village in Arunachal

"A night at a Nishi tribal village in Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India"
34cm X 27cm
Acrylic on handmade paper

Pencil Sketch: An afternoon in Mayong

An afternoon in Mayong
Pencil on classmate sketchpad
34 Cm X 25cm

World War 2 Sketch: Recon and repair

World War 2 Sketch: Recon and repair
Two Germans on a motorcycle does a recon run while a Panzer Lehr Division inspects its tanks.

Pencil on classmate sketchpad
34cm X 27cm