Technical Drawing Techniques for 3D Representation
A course by Rodrigo Chávez Heres , Industrial and Strategic Designer

Develop three-dimensional ideas applying principles of geometry and volumetric drawing
Geometry is the cornerstone of technical drawing, and mastering its principles is the key to accurately representing the world that surrounds you. Join industrial designer Rodrigo Chávez and learn basic drawing techniques to create a 3D representation of a lamp.
By the end of the course, you'll know how to easily make precise 3D designs of any object using volumetric drawing and applying key concepts you've learned including perspective, lines, depth, and hierarchy.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 21 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (184)
- 6,027 students
- 15 lessons (3h 30m)
- 21 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Create a set of 3D technical drawings of lamps based on geometric shapes.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Architects, designers, digital artists, interior designers, mechanical engineers, and anyone interested in drawing in 3D using geometry.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is necessary for this course.
As for the materials, you need pens, paper, and markers.

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Rodrigo Chávez Heres
A course by Rodrigo Chávez Heres
Rodrigo Chávez graduated with honors and a degree in industrial design from the National Autonomous University of Mexico.
In 2005, he landed a job in one of the industry-leading office furniture companies, Grupo Di, and worked his way up to Chief Designer. He also began postgraduate studies at the Polytechnic University of Milan that same year and earned a master's degree in strategic design. In 2009, Rodrigo returned to Mexico and began collaborating with the design studio La Jabonera where he worked with major brands including Colgate, Comex, Coca-Cola, Bticino, and Landor. He currently collaborates on design projects under the brand Heres Diseño and is head of the design department at the Architecture, Art, and Design School of Monterrey.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Basic elements of drawing
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Recommended material
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From your pencil to paper
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Principles of three-dimensionality 1
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Principles of three-dimensionality 2
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U3
How to draw a product
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Lamps with simple straight volumes 1
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Lamps with simple straight volumes 2
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Lamps with simple curved volumes 1
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Lamps with simple curved volumes 2
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Lamps with complex volumes 1
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Lamps with complex volumes 2
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U4
Definition and detail
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Final stroke
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Background and information
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Lights and color
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FP
Final project
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Technical Drawing Techniques for 3D Representation
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Excelente curso!
me parece interesante para mis expectativa .
El curso es como una intruducción al sketching de producto de una forma muy completa, te deja las bases y buenos reccursos para seguir practicando
Excelente curso, muy motivador
Un muy buen curso para aquellos que quieren empezar o mejorar el dibujo explicando claramente las bases y elementos que se necesitan