Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design
materials
A course by Héctor López , Architect and Draftsman
About the video: materials
Overview
“Each of these materials has specific functions, but they can also be combined to obtain better results when representing your projects, the intention of this lesson is that you learn some of its uses, but it is important that you try them all so that you can choose your favorite drawing tool. ”
In this video lesson Héctor López addresses the topic: materials, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design. Learn how to illustrate a custom architectural space with layouts, perspectives, and human scale.
Partial transcription of the video
“Now that we have talked a bit about architectural drawing and its fascinating history. it’s time to delve into the essential materials used in this field. Let's start with the humble yet indispensable graphite pencil. which remains the go-to tool for architects and designers when sketching initial ideas and detailed plans. Engineers. designers. and painters often use pencils made of compressed graphite encased in wood. This classic pencil is familiar to us from school days. It remains a staple for sketching and drafting. providing precision and control essential for detailed work in various...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Freehand Architectural Design
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Architectural Illustration, Architecture

Héctor López
A course by Héctor López
Héctor López is a graduate of UNAM, Mexico, who found his true calling in the art of freehand drawing for architectural design projects, after working for architectural firms.
From architectural drawings to botanical illustrations, from small notebooks to big murals, Héctor has learned to live through his own drawings, artistically delineating his professional journey as a creative.
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