Rajashekar M is a drawing instructor who is originally from hubballi. he is practicing drawing from last 15 years.  Drawing and painting techniques are taught that encompass a wide range of styles, each with its own unique characteristics and purposes. Here are some common types of drawing and painting: Drawing Techniques: 1. Sketching:   – Quick, freehand drawings often used as preliminary studies or for capturing ideas.   – Can be done with various mediums such as pencil, charcoal, or pen. 2. Line Drawing:   – Emphasizes outlines and contours using clean, distinct lines.   – Often used in technical drawings, illustrations, or comics. 3. Shading and Rendering:   – Techniques to create depth and form through variations in light and shadow.   – Includes techniques like cross-hatching, stippling, and blending. 4. Gesture Drawing:   – Captures the essence and movement of a subject with quick, expressive lines.   – Commonly used in figure drawing to convey poses and dynamics. 5. Illustration:   – Detailed drawings often used in storytelling, editorial work, or for commercial purposes.   – Can range from realistic to stylized, depending on the intended effect. Painting Techniques: 1. Oil Painting:   – Uses pigments mixed with oil (typically linseed oil) as a binder.   – Known for its rich colors, blendability, and depth. 2. Watercolor:   – Uses transparent pigments mixed with water.   – Known for its fluidity, luminosity, and delicate washes. 3. Acrylic Painting:   – Uses pigments mixed with acrylic polymer emulsion as a binder.   – Dries quickly and can be used on various surfaces, offering versatility. 4. Gouache:   – Similar to watercolor but more opaque due to the addition of white pigment.   – Often used for illustrations, posters, and detailed work. 5. Pastel Painting:   – Uses dry pastel sticks or pencils made of pigment and a binder.   – Offers rich, vibrant colors and a soft, textured finish. 6. Mixed Media:   – Combines different materials and techniques, such as painting with collage elements, textures, or digital elements. Contact – Facebook page – Rajshekar Manikyam Sector – D2C, B2B