Today I show you a smart way to draw with the broad nib of the Pantone marker. After a quick review of the 3 nibs, I show you how that nib can actually replace the Ultra-thin and brush nib. You will learn how to sketch faster, let your creativity flow and get more expressive lines. Pretty cool right ? :) >> Let’s start! Let’s look at the 3 Nibs closer > The nib is actually not that Ultra thin. Previous generation of Pantone Tria was. > The nib is a bit flexible when you press it...
Archive - July 2015
Some of you told me about facing these 3 challenges when you start sketching: “My sketches don’t looks good” “It’s not easy to draw from imagination” “I lose my confidence and give up fast” If you are a beginner in Product Design Sketching, this challenging situation is actually pretty common. You feel that your sketches look bad, and you don’t know how to unlock this problem. That’s not your fault, and it can be solved : How? By drawing Ugly...
Today I would like to share with you the method that is the most precious to me. Some people may say I should keep it SECRET– and keep it as my own style. But to me, this might change and greatly improve the way you sketch, as how it did for me when I was a student. 7 steps to Make dynamic sketches – the Design Sketchbook This method is NOT only about drawing with a dynamic style. It’s also about being accurate. To succeed you will have to practice it when you learn your fundamentals rules such...
Be inspired by artists and designers you admire. I was inspired by: My classmate who got higher skills with whom we shared the same table in sketching class to discuss techniques and design points. Comic, Manga, Concept art, animation artist… Painters, sculptors… The fashion school I used to join in Los Angeles during summer – we learned about the 9 heads fashion croquis (Fashion Finishing School, from Nancy Riegelman) Live drawing, How to draw a silhouette with a minimum of lines Thanks...
David Zakarias-Weich asked me on the Design Sketchbook’s Facebook page about how I presented my sketches. I share how important it is to engage your audience with Dynamic sketches. It could be for an oral presentation, or for your portfolio, your drawings need to communicate your ideas, but also an emotion. Q/ Why are trainers always drawn to that position? It’s rarely seen in real life. (Raised heel) Adidas sneaker sketch with a dynamic style You can find the video at 16 Tips to Draw a Sneaker...
When I was a student (2003-2009), my classmates and I didn’t have any Digital tablet at school to practice on. The first tablet I put my hands on was a humble Graphire* from Wacom I bought from the IT store. I was so happy to make my first steps on digital that I doubled my walking speed to go back home. I imagined myself doing sketches appearing on the screen like the pros! But, I was quickly stuck. I didn’t know which software I should use with and how? Haha! Disappointed. Nowadays, I see...
I’ve just flown back to my hometown in France traveling with my iMac and Wacom digital tablet. I will set up a new office space to have more time to create new tutorials and great content for designers. Keep posted! How to carry iMac on a plane Today I share with you How to carry iMac on a plane. You may face this situation as well, and may also give you a lot of “butterflies in the stomach” wondering if you can safely bring your iMac 21” and Wacom Cintiq 22 HD Touch onboard. I took a...
Whether at school or in the industry, it’s an asset for a designer “to be unique”.To be unique, some people think they rather keep there knowledge secrets to better shine. There is nothing wrong about it though. But I believe that sharing knowledge will get you shine much more in a long term. If one day your classmate needs assistance, take a minute to see if you can help.Let’s look at 5 reasons why sharing your skills and knowledge will make you: Improve faster Extend durably your network Make...
Hello! I'm Chou-Tac, a Product Designer from France.
If the sketching methods I’ve acquired aid me in my life and in my industrial design career, I believe that they can also help you reach your dream goal as a student or professional designer.
Leave a comment in the blog or send me an email at choutac@thedesignsketchbook.com : )
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