My friends Nicholas and Subhodip from Calcutta based indie-band Ïfs and Buts" wanted a fun, folk poster for an upcoming gig. I didnt have too much time in hand, but having following their band intently and knowing their general vibe and stage presence and lyrics helped me come up with this poster. I went for a slightly dopey-looking rough handpainted style for them. This long-bearded guy was one of the first things that came out of my pencil, and I went with the flow..

Rough pencil sketch of the bearded guy. The band name cloud underwent some revisions after this..

Painted with transparent watercolour inks and a size 6 and size 1 brush.

Alternate poster. Did not finally use this one, but we all really liked his big happy toes..