After completing B.F.A.degree from sir. J.J. Institute of Applied Art , Mumbai University, Rahul worked as an Art Director in the advertising field and comics industry for more than 30 years. He completed his M.A. in Indology from T. M. Vidyapeeth with distinction. Rahul has conceptualized, written and designed more than 25 books based on illustration, design education drawing and painting. He has also authored several books based on the work of many Indian masters. His major subjects of interest are Illustration, Graphic design, Branding, Publication design and Sketching and Drawing. His research interests include Illustration, Drawing and its use in design education, and how traditional arts and crafts could be adopted in modern design context.