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Tired but happy

Yesterday, I didn’t go to the swimming club because of the rain. I thought maybe I should have gone anyway. Today, it rained again in the morning—but this time, I went. 

The lesson was a bit tough. We practiced paddling, and it really took a lot of energy. My arms and legs felt tired, but I still enjoyed it. Being in the water feels good, even when it’s hard work.

I’m learning slowly, step by step. And I’m proud that I went today, even in the rain.

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Learning to Swim: A New Beginning

Today was my very first day at the swimming club—a moment I’ve been putting off for far too long. But I finally did it. I took the step, signed up, showed up, and got into the water. 

It mostly all went smoothly; I learned the basic things like how to float, and I felt surprisingly calm. The water felt welcoming. I could feel myself picking up the basics little by little. Most importantly, I didn’t feel out of place. Walking out of the pool, dripping wet, I felt something else: confidence. I actually want to go back tomorrow. That feeling alone tells me this journey is going to be worth it. 

This is just the beginning, but I’m glad I started. Let’s see where this path leads—one splash at a time.

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Quick sketches with 1.0mm gel pen.

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Kitchen Corner, Watercolor and Gouache.

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Pen and Pastel, August 2024.

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Need to Start

Thinking about starting work on a variety of initiatives, but none of them have yet started. The beginning point must be determined, as well as how to proceed. I considered starting to film my drawing process, but then realized I needed to use my laptop also for that, because if I record it on my phone, I need to set the photo on my laptop to see. Working on the animation series needs the voiceover component. Oh! I need to start.

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On a rainy day, in my local market, 2021.

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Ink and Wash, a plein air sketch on Kolkata Street.

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Testing Carrd.co

I've used it previously, and it's a good way to create a basic one-page website. I decided to do a video demonstration even though I'm not utilizing it right now in order to get some views on YouTube. Right now, I'm considering using YouTube more in order to make some money. I'm aware that it will take a lot to see anything worthwhile.

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Tea Stall, Pastel in 2024

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Street Shop, Pastel work, 2024

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A joyful evening.

50mm equivalent, shoot from the hip with pop-up flash. Kolkata 2024.

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12 half pen brusto was changed to 21 half pan set

I received 24 empty half pen sets yesterday. At first, it seemed impossible to fit them inside the box because there wasn't enough room for the empty pans. However, I eventually managed to put them within the box after looking into every possibility. My twelve watercolr pans have now been converted to twenty-one. With the exception of black and white, I may now use every color I own, including watercolor and gouache. now feels like a full set. I was unable to use gouace much previously, but I will now. I'm currently waiting for the emoty mixing space to be filled with all the colors.

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Yesterday I conveyed myself in a variety of ways and tried to stay on target. I'm not sure how effective it was; perhaps everything will be forgotten shortly. But it felt good to express myself regardless of how others will react or react, because it is none of my concern. the problems that I face, rather than those of others.

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I don't want to question her, even though I'm not always convinced. It enrages me to think that way, but what can I do?

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Ink and wash...

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The road, gouache and watercolour...