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My name is Chaitanya Limaye and I am a freelance illustrator, animator and visual storyteller. I have been drawing since I was a kid. Over the years I have worked as an animator in animated and VFX films like Disney's The Jungle Book and have illustrated book covers and designed for merchandise.

I absolutely love the incredible feeling of seeing a character come alive in real surroundings. I make illustrations of a little cartoon version of myself (whom I call 'Chai') and photograph him in different locations.

This is an ongoing project that I post on my Instagram page. Usually, I draw, paint and animate digitally. Doing this project makes me get away from the computer and draw and make things with paper, markers, scissors and camera in the most tactile way to bring the character to life. I have always enjoyed taking photos of interesting things I notice every day - may it be the sunlight striking the leaf while making it glow, a puppy relaxing at the door of a cobbler's shack or busy market street.

I thought a combination of my interests in illustration and photography would be even more fun and another way to do visual storytelling! I want my work to create a strong connection with my audience. Take a peek at Chai's world through my Instagram page.

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That's Chai Ready And Packed Up With His Passport For Our Trip To Malaysia!

That's Chai Ready And Packed Up With His Passport For Our Trip To Malaysia!

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#2

Take A Moment To Look Up And Notice The Trees Around! They Have The Ability To Calm Us Down And Unwind A Bit. Also We Start To Notice The World A Bit Differently

Take A Moment To Look Up And Notice The Trees Around! They Have The Ability To Calm Us Down And Unwind A Bit. Also We Start To Notice The World A Bit Differently

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#4

We Hardly Get Time These Days To Relax. Find Some Grass, Lie Down On It And Chill

We Hardly Get Time These Days To Relax. Find Some Grass, Lie Down On It And Chill

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#5

Chai Stepped Out In The Afternoon And All That Left Of Him Was An Omelette. Damn Summer Heat!

Chai Stepped Out In The Afternoon And All That Left Of Him Was An Omelette. Damn Summer Heat!

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#6

Chai Enjoys Climbing / Walks / Runs On The Hills In The City In The Evenings

Chai Enjoys Climbing / Walks / Runs On The Hills In The City In The Evenings

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#7

Chai Being A Good Husband. Helping To Carry All The Shopping Bags For His Wife, Ru

Chai Being A Good Husband. Helping To Carry All The Shopping Bags For His Wife, Ru

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#8

When You Get Your Hands On A Box Of Mithai (Dessert)

When You Get Your Hands On A Box Of Mithai (Dessert)

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#9

Chai Just Can't Get Enough Of Mangoes. Excuse His Messiness, Not Something One Can Control When You Have Fresh Cut Mango On Your Plate

Chai Just Can't Get Enough Of Mangoes. Excuse His Messiness, Not Something One Can Control When You Have Fresh Cut Mango On Your Plate

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#11

Haircut Time!

Haircut Time!

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Molly Block
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can see Chai becoming the next big cartoon celebrity. Who cares about a stupid fake talking Spongebob Stupidpants when you have a real Chai!

#12

Ru & Chai Enjoying A Long Talkative Walk. It Was Their 2nd Anniversary!

Ru & Chai Enjoying A Long Talkative Walk. It Was Their 2nd Anniversary!

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#13

The Time Chai Went Island Hopping In Langkawi And Got Filmy On The Boat

The Time Chai Went Island Hopping In Langkawi And Got Filmy On The Boat

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#14

Chai Loves Chilling On Beaches Listening To The Waves Come By And The Breeze Blow The Hair

Chai Loves Chilling On Beaches Listening To The Waves Come By And The Breeze Blow The Hair

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#15

Doing Touristy Things In Kuala Lumpur

Doing Touristy Things In Kuala Lumpur

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#16

Chai Fulfilling His Cravings For Fresh South Indian Filter Coffee!

Chai Fulfilling His Cravings For Fresh South Indian Filter Coffee!

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#17

Wisdom Tooth Pain Means The Dreaded Trip To The Dentist

Wisdom Tooth Pain Means The Dreaded Trip To The Dentist

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PyroarRanger
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I got my wisdom teeth out a month ago, I know the feeling buddy *pats back reassuringly*

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#18

50 Shades Of Blue. When Choosing What To Wear Is A Very Difficult Question

50 Shades Of Blue. When Choosing What To Wear Is A Very Difficult Question

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#19

How Much Ever Hot Summer Gets, It Always Has A Silver Lining For Chai - Mangoes!

How Much Ever Hot Summer Gets, It Always Has A Silver Lining For Chai - Mangoes!

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#20

Chai Excited To See A Lot Of Birds And Koi Fish At The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

Chai Excited To See A Lot Of Birds And Koi Fish At The Kuala Lumpur Bird Park

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#21

Snorkeling In Pulau Payar Marine Park, Malaysia

Snorkeling In Pulau Payar Marine Park, Malaysia

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Daria B
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I see a face smiling in thw background. (It's under the guy's face, a bit more left)

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The Third And Final Stage Of Experiencing Mangoes To The Fullest. Here's Chai Savoring The Lingering Taste And Letting Out A Flavorful Burp. The Sense Of Delight That Mangoes Bring Is Like Nothing Else!

The Third And Final Stage Of Experiencing Mangoes To The Fullest. Here's Chai Savoring The Lingering Taste And Letting Out A Flavorful Burp. The Sense Of Delight That Mangoes Bring Is Like Nothing Else!

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Lindy Mac
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

love the messy face.... one cannot eat Mangoes without needing a shower afterwards ;-)

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#23

Time For The Festival Of Colors - Holi!

Time For The Festival Of Colors - Holi!

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#24

After A Kayaking Ride In The Mangroves Surrounding Langkawi, Malaysia

After A Kayaking Ride In The Mangroves Surrounding Langkawi, Malaysia

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#25

Lots Of Colors! Chai Loves Visiting The Art Store Every Now And Then. It's Like Visiting Paradise!

Lots Of Colors! Chai Loves Visiting The Art Store Every Now And Then. It's Like Visiting Paradise!

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#26

Chai Listening And Swaying To 'Afreen Afreen', One Of His Current Favorite Songs

Chai Listening And Swaying To 'Afreen Afreen', One Of His Current Favorite Songs

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Molly Block
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I looked for this song on YT and found it, and it's lovely! Though I have no idea what he is saying, hahah.

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#27

Chai Had Been Looking Forward To Try Some Malaysian Food. Here's Him About To Jump Into A Bowl Of Nyonya Laksa

Chai Had Been Looking Forward To Try Some Malaysian Food. Here's Him About To Jump Into A Bowl Of Nyonya Laksa

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