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Visual Diary: Philosophical Charcoal Sketches on Human Nature

byPratap BadtyaShips across India; Local delivery in Mumbai and BhubaneswarStarts from3,500 per artworkView full gallery

Explore life's unspoken questions through this collection of original sketches paired with reflective, philosophical notes.

This sketch of people walking, with one woman turning to face the viewer, is paired with a reflection on attraction. The text reads: "That which liberates you excessively in victory, and ruins you more than your right in defeat, is called attraction."

A sketch of a woman holding an umbrella, accompanied by a thought on friendship. The Hindi text says: "The feeling of a best friend comes from where you feel free even from conversation."

Two women sit on a step in this sketch, paired with a philosophical note. The text states: "To understand attachment and love, betrayal is very necessary."

A sketch of a street vendor scene with a poignant observation on human nature. The text translates to: "If you are sad in someone's happiness and happy in someone's sorrow, then you are living in hell."

This drawing depicts a scene in what appears to be a hospital room, capturing a moment of vulnerability. The accompanying text reflects on life experience: "I became so good, I didn't even realize. Is it amazing or am I being used?"

A portrait sketch of a woman is paired with a thought on wisdom. The text says: "If experience is of understanding, it is shown. Speaking changes the picture of character."

This sketch of a group of people is accompanied by a reflection on living life on one's own terms. The text advises: "If you want to live life according to your choice, then you are moving away from a beautiful life."

A sketch of a man standing confidently, paired with a motivational thought. The text reads: "Winning and losing will both be in your hands, when you ask yourself how you are more than you ask others."

A sketch of a man in a moment of distress or deep thought, reflecting on life. The text says: "The world desires to declare me good, and I have very little desire to die."

A solitary figure sits by the water in this sketch, paired with a reflection on responsibility. The text translates to: "When the tears and voice stop while crying, then understand that you have become capable of bearing the burden of responsibility."

About Art & Philosophy: A Visual Diary

These pieces are original, hand-drawn A3 or A4 works on 130-150 GSM acid-free cartridge paper, finished with a professional fixative spray to prevent charcoal smudging. Each artwork is hand-signed and includes a Certificate of Authenticity. When I create these, I am combining a live observation with a specific reflection, essentially turning every drawing into a tangible page from a visual diary.

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