Street portraits and graphic storytelling in Calgary

Discover live charcoal portraits drawn on the streets of Calgary and follow the creation of the upcoming graphic novel, Charcoal Diary.

What I do

From downtown busking sessions to narrative sequential art, every piece connects real community faces with expressive graphic storytelling.

Street charcoal portraits

Quick, expressive live portraits drawn for tips under my Calgary busking license. Take home a unique handcrafted original in just minutes.

Custom portrait commissions

Interested in a studio-quality charcoal portrait from a reference photo? Order personalized illustrations for yourself or as a thoughtful gift.

Illustration & visual design

Graphic design and illustrative work blending traditional charcoal textures with dynamic visual layouts for indie publications and creative projects.

Support local independent art

Whether you stop by my easel for a busking portrait or support the development of Charcoal Diary, you become an active part of this living graphic story in Calgary.

Get in touch

Downtown Busking Locations

Calgary, AB, Canada

Street Drawing Hours

Friday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Weather permitting in public busking zones

Contact

825-488-3580

adrian@charcoaldiary.ca

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