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Crating techniques

I can use isometric sketching and the crating technique to draw 3D shapes.

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Crating techniques

I can use isometric sketching and the crating technique to draw 3D shapes.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Isometric drawing is a 3D representation.
  2. A box or crate can be used to form the basis of much more complex designs.

Keywords

  • Isometric - a 3D representation of an object where sides are drawn at 30 degrees

  • Perspective - a drawing technique that creates the illusion of depth and space on a flat surface

  • Crating - a technique used to draw more complex 3D shapes

Common misconception

Students might confuse isometric drawing with oblique drawing.

Use side by side comparisons to allow students to see the distinct differences.


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Begin with simple demonstrations. Live teacher modelling using a visualiser to show students how to use the isometric paper correctly to build up 3D shapes.
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Equipment

Pencil, isometric paper, tracing / layout paper.

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Lesson video

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6 Questions

Q1.
Freehand sketching is used for quick drawings made without tools for capturing ideas fast.
Correct answer: True
False
Q2.
What does 3D stand for?
Correct answer: 3 dimensions
3 designs
3 digital
3 developments
Q3.
Which of these tools is NOT commonly used for sketching?
pencil
rubber/eraser
ruler
Correct answer: paintbrush
Q4.
What is the best way to improve your sketching skills?
trace lots of pictures
Correct answer: practice regularly
sketch once a month
Q5.
How has this image been produced?
An image in a quiz
Correct answer: computer aided design
sketching
rendering
Q6.
What type of drawing paper is pictured?
An image in a quiz
Correct answer: isometric
oblique
perspective
Q5 Autodesk screen shots reprinted courtesy of Autodesk, Inc.

4 Questions

Q1.
Which communication method is pictured?
An image in a quiz
isometric drawing
orthographic projection
freehand sketching
Correct answer: exploded drawing
perspective drawing
Q2.
What communication technique would be used for initial rough ideas?
orthographic projection
exploded drawing
Correct answer: freehand sketching
perspective drawing
Q3.
What angle do isometric drawings show objects at?
Correct answer: 30 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees
Q4.
Which communication technique is pictured?
An image in a quiz
boxing
Correct answer: crating
hatching
rendering