Is an illustration a drawing?

Is an illustration a drawing?

Definition. Drawing is an art of representing objects or forms on a surface chiefly by means of lines. Illustration is a picture illustrating a book, newspaper, etc.

What does draw an illustration mean?

noun. The definition of an illustration is a picture or a drawing or the act of creating the drawing, or is an example used to explain or prove something. An example of an illustration is a picture accompanying a magazine article.

What is the difference between drawing and painting?

You're right: drawing is dry (e.g. using a pencil or pen), painting needs paint and a brush. I am a student at the Academy of Fine Art, in the final year, and this is what we are taught: Drawings are made by using LINES, and paintings are done by using SMUDGES or STAINS.