Sketching in Orthographic (Leaving Cert DCG): Flashcards
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Orthographic sketching definition
Orthographic sketching definition
Freehand technical drawing using formal projection principles
Key method of orthographic sketching
Key method of orthographic sketching
Freehand but follows formal orthographic projection principles
Main advantage of orthographic sketching
Main advantage of orthographic sketching
Significantly reduces time needed for technical drawings
3 steps of orthographic sketch construction
3 steps of orthographic sketch construction
Wireframe construction, develop structure, complete final form
Step 1 of orthographic sketch construction
Step 1 of orthographic sketch construction
Basic wireframe with light lines, establish proportions and shape
Step 2 of orthographic sketch construction
Step 2 of orthographic sketch construction
Add detail, refine proportions, maintain projection angles
Step 3 of orthographic sketch construction
Step 3 of orthographic sketch construction
Add shading, strengthen outlines, clean up construction lines
Standards in orthographic sketching
Standards in orthographic sketching
Same practices as instrument drawing (line weights, projection)
Technique for complex forms in sketching
Technique for complex forms in sketching
Break down into simpler geometric shapes first
Goal of orthographic sketching
Goal of orthographic sketching
Clear technical communication, not artistic perfection