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title: "Editorial & Conceptual Illustration for Articles and Campaigns"
description: "Need conceptual illustrations? I create hand-drawn narratives for articles and social campaigns. Let's turn your story into visual art."
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# Editorial & Conceptual Illustration Services

Tribe Verified · Conceptual illustration for stories and campaigns

By [Shirish Ghatge](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams) · Available online; Based in Mumbai · ₹7,500 per illustration (estimate)

Part of [Custom Illustration](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams/custom-illustration). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams/custom-illustration/gallery)

I translate abstract ideas into powerful, hand-drawn visuals that help articles, social campaigns, and websites resonate with people. Let’s find the right visual language for your story. ✨

## Photos and videos

- ![A close-up of the 'Aren't we all children of God?' illustration. The pencil work is detailed to convey the weight of the emotion in the scene.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/54a19c86-88f1-4a3c-9c7e-c144e1ffc33f)
- ![A detail shot focusing on the hands and drapery. The flow and texture of the fabric were important for creating a classical, reverent feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0bef9316-7372-41de-bfa6-111769dc654d)
- ![The full composition of the piece, framed within an arch. This work is a modern interpretation of classical Pieta sculptures, applied to a contemporary tragedy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9459df33-68c0-4cc7-8903-a1a240f5d668)
- ![A close-up on the face of the child, capturing a moment of suffering and innocence. This is the emotional core of the illustration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24c8ea87-a076-4878-9686-228ee374304c)
- ![A Mother's Day illustration done with red pencil on paper. It's a simple, heartfelt image about the universal theme of a mother's embrace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a928a98e-637e-4e28-8d23-d34a0e30c6da)
- ![A detail shot of the floral elements in the Mother's Day piece, which add a layer of tenderness and life to the drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/49457006-48ed-40ad-89d5-d1d13fc9409f)
- ![A macro shot of the flower buds, showing the soft texture of the pencil work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bac1db61-d555-43d2-a988-f2a96d26d0ef)
- ![A close-up on the hands and embrace, the central point of connection in the illustration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ad0746c8-0ecd-4c21-abd5-92cb8ef51c1d)
- ![A detail of the mother and child's faces, conveying a sense of peace and love.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2847db2f-f983-438c-8147-48c7e95597e2)
- ![An editorial illustration I did for a story about intimacy and body image. The piece shows a couple connecting and sharing their vulnerabilities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f60e3e6a-9b73-4c5e-ad53-f7b0a57eb3fc)
- ![A detail from the illustration, showing a book by Murakami, a small nod to the introspective nature of the story's characters.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/929e9989-585d-4338-9677-4887e5396586)
- ![A close-up of the male character, listening intently. Capturing subtle expressions is key for narrative illustrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/63e7591e-0589-4332-8273-061194743ef7)
- ![A conceptual image from the same story, representing the feeling of being watched and judged, which relates to the theme of body shaming.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/acc50d43-7fd7-4a9a-8521-b1fc2e1c0da6)
- ![A close-up of the female character, sharing a thought. The wisp of steam from the tea merges with her thought bubble, connecting the moment to her inner world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eca238cd-adba-493b-8967-6701da7efb24)
- ![A detail of the thought bubble, visualizing the couple's shared fantasy and emotional connection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e4b4ea7c-8eb6-4664-ac29-2bcbd07f64ad)
- !['A place with no personal space.' This conceptual piece, created during lockdown, illustrates the feeling of being in a congested Mumbai home where everyone shares a single space.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f1b0930-e122-459f-b02e-2b55b3c95e7c)
- ![A detail from the 'no personal space' illustration, showing multiple generations sharing the same room and activities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2c7b373-1e32-4924-a6cf-138ab0cb6ae9)
- ![Another detail, focusing on the main figure trying to find a moment of peace with his cat amidst the household chaos.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4451cc44-716b-46be-a05a-1370ff5a9327)
- ![This crop shows another family member working from home on a washing machine, a reality for many during the pandemic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f100f9bf-088e-4137-9d14-f8890ae839ff)
- ![My entry for the Redbull Doodle Art competition, titled 'Cloy in the aftermath of a war.' It's a dense, illustrative doodle exploring themes of chaos and resilience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a5e0129e-36e9-4490-8410-07337e7162bd)
- ![A detail from the Redbull doodle, showing a child finding and caring for small things amidst the destruction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/892505ae-e9f9-411f-8d54-ea0864ff1569)
- ![Another crop from the doodle, featuring a boy and his dog, representing a bond of loyalty and companionship in a broken world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d929219-a6e1-4732-84be-7e6aa67b2522)
- ![A detail showing a Godzilla-like monster, representing the overwhelming forces of destruction in the narrative of the doodle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e3b066b-244b-4b1a-b341-155caa1c89fc)
- ![A sketchbook spread in black and white brush pen, depicting a mother and child. This is a recurring theme in my work, exploring connection and care.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6315beee-95ad-4118-89bf-7db5e83b3ada)
- ![This sketchbook page features various surreal and expressive character concepts, drawn with a bold, high-contrast ink style.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2be2c4eb-ac3c-48a7-a93c-f615cef920b5)
- ![More conceptual explorations from my sketchbook, playing with themes of identity and consciousness through surreal imagery.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b06bc43e-ec2a-4f4d-904c-b19c13cd605f)
- ![These two drawings explore themes of introspection and perspective, using the motif of a head as a house or a room.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a22dcc22-61a6-450b-af5c-59cf721edd8a)
- ![A sketchbook spread playing with the imagery of matchsticks, representing ideas of burnout, potential, and destruction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/550891fc-8c7d-4841-853a-3123a06ca47c)
- [Video: A reel showing some of my late-night drawing sessions, which have become a routine for me. This is when I often work on my more conceptual ink drawings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b5a99dd-796b-4978-922b-a1167d5d089e)
- ![A sketchbook spread with two surreal, black-and-white ink drawings. I often explore dream-like concepts and abstract figures in my personal work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4b32045-743d-4b54-a013-1006f2251fdc)
- ![A powerful ink drawing of an eagle, filling the entire sketchbook spread. This was an exercise in capturing texture and form with only black ink.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/818f6afa-114e-45cc-988f-b5cb5468f80b)
- ![On the left, a whimsical, expressive character. On the right, an abstract pattern study of folded fabrics. My sketchbook is a place for all kinds of exploration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/493f53f0-40fa-47d6-bb4c-702b75203c17)
- ![Two more ink drawings from my sketchbook. One is a surreal totem-like figure, and the other is a person engrossed in writing or drawing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/692a2beb-6d04-4b56-84ec-aa1744943b49)
- [Video: This reel was made with some old footage to share my latest ink drawings when my phone was out of memory. It shows my dedication to the craft, even with technical difficulties.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3ade532-1798-4448-8acf-960ebc44f4a7)

## About Editorial & Conceptual Illustration

When I approach an editorial project, I don't just jump into the final drawing. We start by exploring three distinct thumbnail options based on our initial conversation. This collaborative step gives us a clear direction before I add the ink textures or digital color, ensuring the final piece captures the nuance of your story rather than just decorating the page.

### My Approach to Storytelling

Editorial illustration is not about making a pretty picture. It is about bridging the gap between a written idea and the reader's understanding. Whether you are addressing mental health, social issues, or human intimacy, my process is designed to turn your abstract themes into a single, cohesive image.

#### The Workflow

*   **Concept Development:** We start by talking. I want to understand the core message you are trying to share. I then create three rough thumbnail sketches, which allows us to test different metaphors and compositions before committing to one direction.
*   **The Medium:** I blend traditional and digital methods. I often start with ink or pencil on paper to capture that raw, human texture, then move to Procreate for clean lines and layered coloring. This gives the final artwork a unique character that stands out from generic stock imagery.
*   **Feedback & Refinement:** You get three rounds of feedback—sketch, line art, and color. This ensures the final output is exactly what you envisioned.

#### Commercial Clarity

I understand that editorial work needs to be functional. My narrative commercial illustration package is designed for media, publishing, and digital platforms. It includes standard commercial usage rights for two years, and you receive both layered source files and high-resolution exports. 

If you have a story that needs to be seen, not just read, let's talk about how we can build it together. 🌿

## About Shirish Ghatge

I draw because it keeps me connected to something real. When I take on an editorial project, I spend time understanding the core emotion of the story before putting pen to paper. It is not just about an image; it is about finding the right visual language to say what words sometimes cannot.

[See all of Shirish Ghatge's services](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams)

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