Architectural Sketch with Morpholio Trace App
A course by AMIN ZAKARIA , Project architect
Learn how to create stunning architectural sketches on your iPad using Morpholio Trace.
In this online course, you will have the opportunity to learn professional architectural sketching using the Morpholio Trace app. Join Amin Zakaria, a project architect with a passion for observing old buildings and transforming them into abstract images while maintaining their original quality and texture.
Throughout the course, Amin will guide you through the process of creating architectural sketches using a combination of manual drawing techniques and the Morpholio Trace app. You will start with the fundamentals of architectural sketching and explore the features of the app in detail. From there, you will dive into creating quick perspective drawings and learn about color rendering.
With Amin's expert guidance, you will embark on illustrating your final project—a single-story residential house. You will also gain valuable insights into layout plan drafting, basic 3D modeling, and two-point perspective development. Amin will even share his advice on coloring and rendering your work, adding the final touch to your piece.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (40)
- 3,430 students
- 12 lessons (1h 20m)
- 11 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
In the course project, you will have the opportunity to design a single-story residential house. This hands-on project will allow you to apply the techniques and concepts taught throughout the course and showcase your skills in architectural sketching.
Under Amin's guidance, you will develop a layout plan, create architectural diagrams, and bring your design to life through perspective sketches and rendering. You will have a complete set of concept drawings for a residential house, demonstrating your ability to translate ideas into visually captivating sketches.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is designed for architectural students, designers, and architects who already have a basic understanding of architectural drawing or perspective drawing. If you are looking to enhance your sketching skills and explore the possibilities of the Morpholio Trace app in architectural sketching, this course is perfect for you.
You will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge from Amin Zakaria, a seasoned project architect. Whether you are a student seeking to improve your architectural sketching abilities or a professional looking to expand your creative toolkit, this course offers a comprehensive learning experience tailored to your needs.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, you will need access to the 3D modeling software of your choice and an iPad with the pro version of the Morpholio Trace app. These tools will enable you to fully engage with the course content and make the most of the sketching exercises and demonstrations.
Additionally, it is recommended that you have a basic understanding of architectural drawing or perspective drawing before starting the course. Familiarity with digital sketching platforms will also be beneficial, but not mandatory. With these requirements and materials in hand, you will be ready to embark on an inspiring journey of architectural sketching with Amin Zakaria.
Reviews
AMIN ZAKARIA
A course by AMIN ZAKARIA
Amin Zakaria, a project architect based in Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia), brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the world of architectural sketching. With a focus on observing old buildings and reimagining them in abstract form, Amin's unique approach to sketching has gained recognition within the design community.
His extensive experience in both manual and digital sketching techniques allows him to bridge the gap between traditional and modern methods of architectural representation. As a beta tester for the Morpholio Trace app and Concepts App, Amin has been at the forefront of exploring the potential of these tools in his daily work.
Featured as an urban-sketch artist in the Concepts app and regularly showcased in the Morpholio Trace sketches of the month, Amin's work has earned him invitations to share his knowledge with architecture students at local universities. With a strong belief in the power of embracing mistakes and continuous improvement, Amin's teaching style inspires students to push their creative boundaries and unleash their full sketching potential.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Foundations of Digital Sketching
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Sketching Like an Architect
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The Basics of Morpholio Trace
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Sketching Practice and Embracing Mistakes
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Colour Rendering
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The Project Idea
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U3
2D Perspective Sketching from a 3D Object
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The Layout Draft and Basic 3D Modelling
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Setting the Perspective and Starting to Sketch
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Colouring and Rendering
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U4
Different Types of Architectural Drawings from a 3D Object
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Last Details
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Sharing Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Sketch like an architect with Morpholio Trace
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What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
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What do Domestika's courses include?
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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Very Good Course.. Informative with hands on training
Bastante bien explicado por el titular. Me gustaría que el material proporcionado fuera el mismo que utiliza el profesor, imágenes, bocetos etc.
Muy bueno y facil de entender.
Excellente formation pour la prise en main du logiciel; exercices et exemples pertinents directement liés au métier d'architecte. Merci Amin.
Der im Kurs gezeigte Workflow ist sehr gut, ich habe ihn in meine Arbeitsweise hervorragend integriert.