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Sketchbook & Rapid Portrait Studies

bySanket ThoratShips across IndiaStarts from₹18,000 per artworkView full gallery

Art is not just about finished canvases. These rapid studies are where I test colors, catch expressions, and keep my brushwork loose and direct.

A time-lapse video of a portrait painting in acrylics. This shows how I build up layers quickly to create a vibrant and expressive portrait.

An acrylic portrait of a "Koli" man, focusing on capturing a strong presence with bold brushwork and a simple, powerful colour palette.

A rapid acrylic sketch on paper. This style is very direct and intuitive, often done without any preliminary drawing.

An acrylic portrait study from my sketchbook, exploring the effects of strong artificial light on the face.

An acrylic portrait of my friend Sunil. The focus here was on capturing his likeness under dramatic lighting.

A colour sketch in acrylics from my sketchbook. These quick studies help me practice capturing skin tones and expressions.

Another acrylic colour sketch with a strong red background, creating a dynamic and energetic portrait.

"Portraits of Sentiment," a series of four experimental acrylic portraits exploring different emotions through colour.

A quick portrait study in watercolours, a medium that requires a fast and confident approach.

A watercolour portrait sketch of a female model, focusing on her expression and the subtle shifts in skin tone.

About Sketchbook & Rapid Studies

Sketching is my daily gym. Unlike my commissioned work, which demands precise planning, these pieces happen fast. I often jump straight onto the paper without an outline, trusting my gut to capture a specific expression or lighting effect. It is raw, immediate, and the best way I know to keep my technique sharp.

Trained at Sir JJ School of Art — Approved by the tribe
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Sanket Thorat

Ships across IndiaStarts from ₹18,000 per artwork

I am a Mumbai-based artist, grounded by my training at the Sir JJ School of Art. My practice relies on constant observation and the discipline of daily sketching, which is how I keep my brushwork fresh and direct.

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The initial painting stage of a commissioned family portrait in acrylic on canvas. This piece includes five family members and their pet, composed from a photograph.
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A soft pastel portrait titled "Grandfather." This piece is an exploration of age and emotion, using the texture of the paper and the medium to render the weathered quality of the skin.
A close-up from my "Smile Spectrum" series, painted with oil on canvas. This piece uses thick, expressive impasto strokes to capture the pure, uninhibited joy in a child's smile.
A live demonstration portrait of a model with a ponytail, painted in oil on canvas. The focus was on capturing the profile and form with rapid, decisive brushstrokes in a limited time.

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Day 7 of my doodle challenge. Practicing human anatomy, from the basic structure of the head and torso to the placement of limbs.11
Day 5 of the challenge, focusing on sketching different eye and nose combinations to capture various expressions.
Day 4 was all about noses. Sketching them from different angles and with different shapes helps me understand their structure.
Day 3 was dedicated to practicing ears, which have so many unique curves and shadows.

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A quick, expressive sketch of a 'chetta' (older brother) from my Thrissur sketch stories. I love doing these character studies.
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