A few quick sketches I created yesterday

A few sketches from Gajan

Sketches from Shimla-Manali

My first travel sketches, most of them are plein air.

Darjeeling 2020

We visited Darjeeling following the initial Covid-19 outbreak in 2020. I considered converting the recollection into an illustrated journal. Finished it yesterday.

Updates

Updates from the past two days.

Kalimpong on August 15

Visited Kalimpong on August 15, 2023, to witness the celebration of Independence Day. Many schools participated in this event. This sketch is based on images taken after they returned from the ceremony.

Based on the photo I have taken today, in my local market

Converted into a Stub nib

Yesterday, I undertook the task of converting an unused fountain pen nib into a stub nib. Although the original nib was finely pointed, I was never fully satisfied with the pen’s performance, particularly its ink flow, which consistently presented challenges. It is likely that the design of the feed was the primary contributing factor. 

Upon deciding to address these issues, I initially modified the nib into a stub version. However, this adjustment did not render it functional as a dip pen. Consequently, I proceeded to refine the feed by increasing the depth and width of the cuts to improve ink flow. After dedicating considerable time and effort to these modifications, the pen was successfully restored to a workable condition. 

Today, I tested it as a dip pen, and it performed effectively. Using it, I created two quick sketches.

After a long time, I sketched on A4-sized paper

After a long time, I sketched on A4-sized paper, though minor trimming was required to accommodate the binding. I find the subtle variations in color, achieved through the combination of Noodler's Black and Parker's Black inks, particularly appealing. The wash effect was applied using diluted printing ink.

Another Day

Sketched with Ink and Brush.

Ink with Grey Wash

Wash using diluted inkjet black ink.

One Ordinary Day

One Ordinary Day.

Color in March

Flower vendor using watercolor and water-soluble ink.