Hey, Curious Soul!
Welcome to Stray Drifter.
I am Rustam. Stray Drifter is my creative space, where I share my passion for drawing, photography, writing, and all things creative. This is what keeps me moving. This is the reflection of my inner self.
Drawings &
Sketches
When I draw, I step into another world, a different reality and dimension. Whether it’s the surreal world of my sky drifters or a portrait, drawing makes me lose track of time. With graphite, charcoal, and ink, I translate my thoughts onto paper, making them tangible. Drawing has also shaped me as a person—through years of dedicated practice, it has taught me patience, focus, discipline, and persistence. Drawing has become a part of who I am.
B & W
Photography
For me, photography is about being intentional and living in the moment. It’s about the story and the print, and the journey that leads me to them. I love the experience that comes with it — the softness of old lenses, the tactility of my old cameras, the waiting, and even the missed moments. Black-and-white film has its own unique feel that I’m after. Photography calms my impulsive nature, provoking me to slow down. Every frame holds purpose.
Stories &
Scrolls
Writing is where I become both creator and participant. My fiction is always mixed with threads of reality—shaped by moments I’ve lived, witnessed, or observed. From personal reflections to non-fiction like my story “Psoriasis” and Scrolls, writing is my way of understanding, capturing, and reflecting on life. I’ve always been a storyteller, scribbling on scraps of paper as a child. Every story I write is a dedication to that child and the worlds he wanted to create.
In Focus
My works and projects
Malta
As soon as I turned my back on the abused, littered, and dignity-deprived tourist destination, I saw a magical place of long-forgotten glory and beauty. A place where old streets held even older secrets, and the people I met had colourful stories beneath the hardships of life.
Spotlights
Simply stay updated
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New Scroll Soon!
Find out what it takes to learn to draw, the true definition of drawing, and the answer to ‘What is talent?’
Part 1 Coming Soon
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Did You Know?
There’s a Girl Somewhere In a Parallel Universe…
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Fighting Psoriasis?
Me Too... Since day one.
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Project: Malta
Photographs of Malta, now in the gallery.
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Unroll a Scroll:
Read my thoughts on drawing, photography, and life’s moments.
