--- title: "Custom Doodle Artist in Mumbai | Your Stories in Ink" description: "I am a Mumbai-based artist turning life moments into intricate, hand-drawn ink doodles. Whether it is a personal portrait or a wall mural, let's capture your story on paper." canonical: https://mytribe.in/thebombay_doodler/personalized-doodle-art-portraits/the-artist-s-sketchbook last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Inside My Creative Journey: Sketches and Experiments Tribe Verified · Mumbai artist, transforming stories into sketches. By [The Bombay Doodler](https://mytribe.in/thebombay_doodler) · Based in Mumbai; Ships artwork and travels for live painting across India · ₹7,500 Per Artwork (estimate) Part of [Personalized Doodle Art & Portraits](https://mytribe.in/thebombay_doodler/personalized-doodle-art-portraits). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/thebombay_doodler/personalized-doodle-art-portraits/gallery) Welcome to my sketchbook. This is where I play with lines, explore new concepts, and find the quiet moments in a noisy city. From stippling experiments to art inspired by music, this is where my process lives. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A look at me working on a large-scale acrylic painting. For me, the journey of creating is just as important as the outcome. Loving your work is everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/107a1077-37b8-4941-a246-f1c274549711) - [Video: The magic of a blank canvas. This video shows the transformation from a plain white board to a complex, colorful masterpiece in just a snap.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08612bb0-aca7-4256-8093-8992fc34091c) - ![An example of my stippling work, where an image is created entirely from tiny dots. This technique requires immense patience but creates a unique texture and depth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41fbb744-9919-4cfa-82ad-0cee64f11991) - ![A closer look at the dot work in this stippling art piece. It's a messy, chaotic world, but there is always beauty and wonder to be found if you look closely.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e84c1634-d2ab-422b-8983-9e089015e216) - [Video: A quiet moment of sketching in a cafe. This video captures the simple joy of drawing, turning a peaceful afternoon into a creative session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4bfc9720-9814-4d11-9f12-35db6f633566) - [Video: People often ask why I'm not out clubbing. This is my happy place: a quiet table, a pen, and a blank page, turning imagination into reality.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e93fa678-9d96-49e0-a2e3-e6159f4917a4) - [Video: Sketching while flying. I use every moment I can to create, even if it's just a quick conceptual portrait to pass the time during a flight.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f99d45ff-5cf8-4329-b859-4c812953741a) - [Video: This artwork was inspired by the beautiful song "Muskaan." I often let music guide my pen, translating melodies and lyrics into visual stories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78b4be20-2de6-45a9-8aa1-fb13114e4bf8) - [Video: A doodle inspired by the song "Belong Together." This piece captures the feeling of a road trip with friends, where the journey is the destination.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d63e106c-c879-44e4-ba15-2552ceb6f5fe) - [Video: A self-portrait doodle celebrating International Artist Day. It shows me doing what I love most: creating art that creates value and shares a vision with the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/beaad2de-302a-4e5e-948c-7cf1fd8a73f4) - [Video: Doodling at a Japanese restaurant. Good food and a creative atmosphere are a perfect combination. This piece was inspired by the delicious sushi and manga-like vibe of the place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fbb21d58-6b3b-4ddf-83f3-052cee7759ec) - ![A candid shot of me finding inspiration outdoors. The space between where you are and where you want to be is where the creative process lives.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47ab82cb-a81d-4032-88a5-b3b9aa7dbacd) - ![Sketching in front of a giant chessboard. I'm always looking for interesting scenes and architecture to capture in my sketchbook.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6080e6ee-9a58-460b-b4eb-376f66118f7a) - ![A close-up of my hand as I work on a detailed architectural sketch. This is my focus, my meditation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aacca423-62c9-418d-8862-42834f58d6a2) - ![Another shot of me in my element, sketching outdoors. Finding a quiet spot to sit and draw is one of my favorite things to do.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/afdba0e2-fc59-4a54-aa10-1b755a9bc3bd) ## About The Artist's Sketchbook You will notice a lot of black-and-white ink work here. That is my comfort zone, but it is more than just a style choice. It is how I strip away the noise to find the core of a story. If you are looking to commission a piece, we start here, with a simple chat to understand your memories or the vibe you want to capture, before I put pen to paper. Art for me is a constant dialogue. Whether it is a stippling piece built from thousands of tiny dots or a quick urban sketch done on a flight, the goal remains the same, to translate a feeling into a visual story. I believe that sabse pehle apne kaam se pyaar karo, and that passion shows in every line I draw. My process is rooted in the details. I don't just draw a portrait; I look for the quirks, the inside jokes, and the specific memories that make a person or a moment unique. * **The Technique:** I use fine liners for structure, brush pens for depth, and occasionally stippling for texture. It requires patience, but the result is something that feels alive. * **The Collaboration:** When you work with me, you are not just buying a drawing. We spend time discussing your vision. I want to know the 'why' behind the art. Is this for a milestone anniversary? A retirement gift? Or a mural for your workspace? Understanding the context helps me weave the right elements into the final piece. I treat every project as a fresh challenge. If you have an idea that feels a bit unconventional or a story you want to see inked, I am ready to explore that with you. ## About The Bombay Doodler I am Pradeep, and I believe that every stroke tells a story. Whether I am sketching on a flight or working on a wall mural, I am just here to capture the magic in the mess. If you want art that feels like your life and not just a product, we should talk. 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