Who is the Funniest Bean?
Hello, I’m Shital Verma (@shitalverma), from Bangalore, India. My love for art started when I was just three years old. Growing up in Varanasi, also known as Banaras, I was surrounded by art and music, which deeply influenced me.
In Varanasi, I spent my childhood wandering through the narrow lanes and watching artists from all over the world create their masterpieces along the ghats of the Ganges River. Drawing and painting were my favorite activities, and I won several prizes for my work.
At 16, I joined art college and won a national award for logo design in 1992. My career began as an illustrator for a publication, and as technology advanced, I learned computer graphics and eventually became an Art Director in 2009.
During the lockdown, I returned to pen and ink drawings and created many portraits. I took part in Inktober and, in 2023, completed all the daily prompts. One of my Inktober artworks was shared by the Dali Museum on Instagram, along with another pen and ink portrait of mine.
My journey has been a mix of early influences, education, professional achievements, and a deep passion for art. From the lively streets of Varanasi to the digital platforms of today, my art continues to evolve, but it always stays true to my roots. Be sure to check out more of my work on the Inktober account today by clicking HERE!
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INKTOBER52 GOES ALL YEAR LONG!
INKTOBER52 PROMPT NO.31 IS “BEAN”
Let your imagination run wild with endless possibilities, from the hilariously awkward antics of Mr. Bean to the magical heights of Jack and the Beanstalk. Dive into the enchanting world of fairy tales or capture the rich aroma and bold flavor of a freshly brewed coffee bean. Whether you choose to sketch the comical or the mythical, or perhaps a simple everyday delight, this prompt is sure to inspire creativity in every stroke. Happy drawing!
See the latest drawings here: #Inktober52 #Inktober52BEAN