--- title: "Urban & Market Sketches: Live Art Documentation in Mumbai" description: "Explore raw, live urban sketches of Mumbai's markets. Shirish Ghatge captures the energy of Chor Bazaar and local streets through authentic ink drawings." canonical: https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams/live-on-location-sketching/urban-market-scenes last_updated: 2026-02-10 --- # Urban & Market Scenes: Live Sketching Mumbai's Streets Tribe Verified · Live sketching documented across Mumbai markets. By [Shirish Ghatge](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams) · Travels to events across India · ₹4,500 Per Hour (estimate) Part of [Live & On-Location Sketching](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams/live-on-location-sketching). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/voyager_of_dreams/live-on-location-sketching/gallery) Mumbai is alive with stories, and I catch them in ink. From the antiques at Chor Bazaar to the chaos of local vegetable markets, these drawings are my raw, unfiltered take on city life as it unfolds. ## Photos and videos - [Video: I love capturing the energy of Mumbai's iconic locations. This video takes you through a weekend sketching session at Chor Bazaar, a place filled with history and stories. You can see me finding a spot amidst the chaos and translating the vibrant atmosphere of the antique market onto the pages of my sketchbook.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bcc7646e-8f86-4350-8571-6bd275b4415b) - [Video: This is another look at my process of sketching at Chor Bazaar. The video shows close-ups of the antiques that caught my eye, my hand drawing the details with a pen, and the final sketches integrated with the sights of the market.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b95ef94-c97f-420e-9bd0-f7ce535d6730) - ![This is a full two-page spread from my sketchbook after a day at Chor Bazaar. I filled the pages with drawings of various antiques, architectural details, and a portrait of a shopkeeper I met. It’s a collection of small moments and objects that together tell the story of the place.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5ec69113-9f72-4bfe-9cbc-c7ba314f4b77) - [Video: A Sunday morning spent sketching at a local vegetable market. The vendors were kind enough to let me sit and draw, even on a busy day. This video shows the process of capturing portraits of people at work and the general market activity with my ballpoint pen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6c93b2db-eb9b-4368-9996-c84c36be3d31) ## About Urban & Market Scenes When I sketch on-site, I do not look for a quiet studio. I set up my sketchbook right where the action is, whether that is a busy corner in Chor Bazaar or a bustling vegetable market stall. You will notice my ink lines are rarely perfect because the environment is constantly shifting. This is a deliberate choice. If you want to document a space or event, expect sketches that embrace the raw energy of live observation rather than polished, static reproductions. ### My Approach to Urban Sketching I believe the magic of a sketchbook lies in its imperfections. When I sit in a location like Chor Bazaar or a Dadar flower market, I am not trying to create a photograph. My goal is to translate the energy of the place into ink. I use ballpoint pens and brush markers to capture the movement of the crowd, the architecture of the stalls, and the quick glances of people passing by. ### Why Live Documentation Matters Many of my clients hire me because they want a memory that feels human, not digital. Whether it is a heritage walk, a festival, or a corporate event, having an artist present adds a layer of depth that a camera simply cannot replicate. You are not just getting a drawing; you are getting a narrative of how the event felt. ### What to Expect - **Process:** I work straight from observation using waterproof ink and markers. - **Adaptability:** I can work from a standing position or a small table, making me perfect for busy market environments. - **Output:** You receive the original sketchbook or individual sheets, depending on the scope of your event. I am always looking for the next corner of Mumbai to document. If you have a spot that holds meaning for you, or an event you want captured in this raw, ink-heavy style, let’s talk about how to document it. ## About Shirish Ghatge I am Shirish, and I put down my digital tools years ago to get back to the basics of ink on paper. I spend my weekends sitting in markets across Mumbai, trying to capture the rhythm of this city one sketch at a time. It is messy, it is real, and it is how I connect with the world around me. 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