Hello and welcome! My name is Parul, and I am an artist, and illustrator, from London, UK. I create paintings and illustrations inspired by everyday objects, scenes, and little moments that can otherwise go unnoticed. They all tell a story. I am obsessed with colour and pattern and love capturing all of this in my work and in my sketchbooks. On this channel, I share my art process, my favourite art materials, and behind the scenes of my studio life. I hope you have a fun time!
I’ve brought my art supplies on so many trips and so many times just brought them back home without using them. Seeing you having kids and making it happen helps me see that it is possible. I will find my holiday within the holiday next time. I love your work!
Ahh thank you. Trust me, I’ve done that a lot of times too. I just feel it’s ok not to draw if we don’t get the chance. We sometimes put too much pressure on ourselves and the trip. Glad the video gave you some ideas. ☺️🫶🏽
I just recently used some birthday money to buy myself a primary color gouache set!! I'm so excited to try and use it for an art piece. Thank you for making this video, i learned a lot about how versatile this medium really is. I hope my attempts go well. ^^ ❤️
the photography of your video is extraordinary, and clearly what you say resonates with me as perfectionism, ans letting go of it. Your art is beautiful, I will be watching all of your videos. I have a question : I bought some art supplies, I’m all set to start a sketchbook, I’ve been for at least a month. I’m a creative person, but not a artist. I’m blocked and can’t seem to be able to start. I’m afraid I won’t like what will come out of it, that I won’t find it beautiful. What should I do to get unstuck? Thank you so much for you input. geneviève
Ahh thanks for your lovely message. I can totally relate to getting stuck and not knowing how to start. I’ve made a video of how I trick myself into starting a new sketchbook. Have a look at that. Also I usually keep a board on Pinterest with ideas of what I might want to draw if I am not feeling inspired. Or why not go on a drawing date to a cafe and people watch and draw. You can do it on your own or with a fellow artist. Summer is a great time for that. And finally if you are interested in drawing people why not try a life drawing class. Find one near you or there are loads online that you can join. I hope this helps.
I love the way you curate your videos, the editing and how you capture footage and weave in your artwork is incredible. Look forward to your future videos ❤
This is such a wonderful idea and something that I’m going to do whenever I start a new sketchbook. I just uploaded a short showing my first attempt and I’ve included that I got the idea from your lovely channel. 🙂
This was such an inspiring video to watch, it actually made me tear up a little! I loved listening to your journey and what you discovered about your art style and what makes you happy. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. :)
I loved this video and completely get what you are saying. I spent so long thinking that my sketchbook needed to be perfect that it stopped me creating. Now I just use it and what I create, it what I create. I can refine and assess later, the important part is to just get on with it.
I instantly followed you when the video ended! ❤ Your artwork is beautiful and the videography was cinematic. I am leaving feeling very inspired and somewhat nostalgic 🌟 thanks for sharing
Lovely video and great advice! I have never documented my trips in my sketchbook before. I only wished to, and didn't know where to begin, and I was intimidated by the commitment. So instead, I'd just travel as usual and return to drawing when my trip was over. I will be travelling again soon and I really wish to start my first ever travel sketchbook and feeling uneasy, this video has given me a new perspective and now I'm very excited!
Just came across you on tiktok and saw you have youtube, immediately came over to see what long play info you have on gouache! Already surprised to hear I could buy gouache sticks! ❤️ 😊
I’ve only just recently discovered you & subscribed! I’m enjoying going through all your videos - you have a lovely calming manner about you & I LOVE seeing your cheerfully quirky & colorful pieces of art! I wish I could do this… 😻🎨🙌🏼🖼️🩷💚🩵🧡
Awww thank you. I have a few work commitments that I need to wrap up and then it’s back to making a lot of new videos. I have so many videos in the making. I can’t wait to share them with everyone. ☺️
Aww thank you for your kind words and I really glad to hear that you have been enjoying my videos. I am definitely going to be making more. A few shows / other work commitments means that the videos had to take a back seat. But I’ll be sharing more soon. Thanks
What is the name of the paint set you show with the round pans? Is it gouache? You don’t list it in the description of paint used. I’m always looking for a set of gouache in pans I don’t want to carry tubes. Thanks
Yes they are pan gouache. They are Holbein and are called opaque watercolours. The reason why I haven’t listed it is because I bought mine from a seller on eBay from Japan as they aren’t available in the UK. There are also Carandache pan gouache that are more easily available but the pigment quality of Holbein ones are much better.
Thank you for this video. I’ve realized tonight that gouache is my medium. I like to use it loose and with a lot of water. I have limited belief about gouache. Like real artist only paint big, on canvas, and with acrylic. Thanks to your video, I realized I am an artist too. Even if gouache is my medium ❤
Ahhh I wouldn’t diss gouache like that. It can stand against any medium and shine through. I do agree it’s a very underrated medium but people are really warming up to it. I am glad you enjoyed the video!!
Ohhh I loved this video. What a fabulous museum and once again, I found your audio insights and suggestions so inspiring. Your interpretation of the coloured chair is gorgeous! thank you for sharing. You use such amazing colours!
Hello, Parul😊 I was encouraged by your ultra lovely videos! I want to draw something, but I’m always confronted with the fear of blanc pages. So, when I found your instagram and youtube, I was so excited❤ I can’t wait until your next video. I’m your huge fun ! Thank you😊
Aww thank you for your kind words. I am so glad that my work and videos have resonated with you. I’m working on some ideas for new videos so hopefully soon! ☺️🫶🏽
Hey Parul! I just come from discovering you on Instagram and also found your YT channel this way. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this idea! Really cool! I'll definitely try this out in my next SB. Thanks for sharing! Also I really like your style and color choices, it's just so joyful and fun. Happy drawing and painting!🖌❤😊
Aww thank you. I really appreciate it. Please do tag me on Instagram if you try this idea as I’d love to see it. I must warn you that it’s highly addictive and once you start you won’t want to stop! ☺️🫶🏽
Ahh thanks so much! I really appreciate it. The brands called Shuttle Art and they are branded as Tempera sticks. I have to warn you that these are more student grades ones and aimed for more kids art. There are loads of brand available in case you don’t find these specific ones. They are a great non messy way of carry gouache and to work in sketchbooks but I won’t recommend using them for final works.
Thank you so much for sharing your sketchbook, as an artist I know how daunting and scary it must be to share it. It’s like a diary. But this is so inspiring and makes me want to do the same. Also having a book for colour swatches. I also love pigeons, they are so misunderstood and lovely birds. ❤
Love your paintings. I have spent the last 10 days in Laos and brought two sketchbooks and many supplies. I have ended up using a little pocket notebook, pencil, and a tiny watercolor kit exclusively. It took me a few days to get over the fear of missing something by not using all the supplies or whatever but the simplicity of pencil and paper made it more easy to do things quicker and easier. I also take lots of photos so I have plenty references later on.
Yesss it’s interesting how hard we are on ourselves for not using all the art materials we carry around. But sometimes just a few simple materials do the job. 👍🏽☺️
Hello Parul - thank you for your wonderful videos and your art is so colourful and inspiring. I will soon start working with gouache for the first time. May I please ask - a little unrelated but relevant- what sharpener are you using to achieve such beautifully sharpened pencils?
Aww thank you and definitely not irrelevant at all. Happy to chat about art materials anytime. It’s a Swordfish desk manual sharpener. I’ve had it for ages and it works really well. 👍🏽
