Exterior Architecture Sketching: Basics to Brilliance

Name: Exterior Architecture Sketching: Basics to Brilliance
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From Idea to Reality: Essential Skills for Creating Stunning Architectural Works!

Created byGhazaleh Hajimiri

Last updated 1/2025

English

What you'll learn

Learn how to ideate or create architectural plan and form
Learn how to draw buildings in isometric pictures and develop your concept
Learn how to draw buildings in different types of perspective
Learn how to render your drawings so that they look real
Learn marker rendering of materials, vegetation, sky, etc
Learn how to draw stairs in different views

Course content

8 sections • 43 lectures • 29h 53m total length

Line and Texture34:31

Isometric: introduction22:30
Curves In Isometric21:39
Learn to draw regular and irregular curves in isometric sketches from a cube's structural lines, midpoints, and offset curves to shape roofs, walls, and ideation for architectural forms.
isometric1:00:28
Stairs In Isometric13:12
isometric:Exercise 159:54
Isometric Exercise21:06:42
Isometric Exercise 31:05:15
Isometric Exercise 429:57
Isometric Exercise 526:28
Isometric Exercise 655:13

one-point perpective , rules20:36
one-point perspective different view16:05
one-point perspective , division techniques18:25
one-point perspective, stairs36:01
Master one-point perspective stairs by drawing the stair plan, horizon line, and vanishing point. Apply proportional steps, height rules, and handrails to create accurate exterior stair sketches.
one-point perspective , shadow8:49
Curves in one-point perspective18:56
one-point perspective, Exercise 125:52
Practice form ideation and 3D drawing in one-point exterior perspective by building elevations from a horizon line to the vanishing point, adding depth, materials, and environment details.
one-point perspective, Exercise 255:51
one-point perspective, Exercise 336:52
one-point perspective, Exercise 457:12
one-point perspective: Exercise 51:13:07
Practice one-point perspective to convert a 2D building into a 3D form using a horizon line and vanishing point, then render with dry pastels and environment.

two-point perspective, Definition & rules31:16
two-point perspective, Exercise 145:59
two-point perspective, Exercise 256:42
Develop architectural forms from isometric ideation to two-point perspective, using simple cubes and an L-shaped form, then render with shading and light to convey volume.
two-point perspective, Exercise 31:05:09
two-point perspective, Exercise 457:03
two-point perspective, Exercise 550:45

Section & Elevation Definition30:09
37. Section & Elevation Design Rules1:01:46
38. Elevation Ideation44:27
39. Elevation, Exercise 127:55
Elevation Exercise 234:37
Practice elevation ideation by composing 2d shapes into a multi-level building, using a ruler, ground line, repetition, a bridge and staircase, balcony, windows, shadows, rendering, sun direction, and altitude codes.
41. Section, Exercise 1 : Gallery29:39
42. Section, Exercise 2 : Auditorium35:05
43. Section, Exercise 3 : Swimming pool55:04

Requirements

No previous sketching experience needed, you just need to be eager to learn!
You need normal A4 papers, felt pen, and some alcohol markers

Description

Are You ready to learn how to put your ideas on paper?

In this comprehensive 30-hour course, you will embark on a creative journey to master the art of exterior architecture sketching. Designed for both beginners and those with some experience, this course offers a step-by-step approach to help you develop your skills in capturing the essence of architectural forms and spaces.

Throughout the course, you will learn:

• Fundamentals of Sketching: Understand the basic principles of sketching, including perspective, proportion, and composition, tailored specifically for architectural exteriors.

• Tools and Materials: Get acquainted with essential tools and materials used in architectural sketching, from pencils and pens to digital tools.

• Techniques for Capturing Details: Discover techniques to effectively represent textures, shadows, and lighting in your sketches, bringing your architectural designs to life.

• Field Sketching: Engage in practical exercises where you'll sketch real buildings and structures in your environment, applying the techniques learned in class.

By the end of this course, you will have a solid portfolio of exterior architecture sketches and the confidence to tackle any architectural subject. Whether you're an aspiring architect, designer, or simply a passionate artist, this course will equip you with the skills necessary to express your vision through compelling architectural sketches. Join us and unleash your creativity!

Who this course is for:

Architecture students
Building sketchers
Architecture designers

Exterior Architecture Sketching: Basics to Brilliance

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Course content

Line and Texture1 lecture • 35min

Plan Ideation2 lectures • 1hr 17min

Marker Rendering Techniques4 lectures • 3hr 31min

3D View: Isometric10 lectures • 7hr 1min

one-point perspective11 lectures • 6hr 8min

Two-point Perspective6 lectures • 5hr 7min

Three-point Perspective1 lecture • 56min

Elevation & Section Design8 lectures • 5hr 19min

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