Rajashekar M – A Brush Of Luxury For Your Hand.

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.