Architectural Sketch with Morpholio Trace App

A course by AMIN ZAKARIA , Project architect

Project architect. Kuching, Malaysia.
Joined April 2022

Learn how to create stunning architectural sketches on your iPad using Morpholio Trace.

100% positive reviews (26)
2,613 students
Audio: English
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

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.

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What will you learn in this online course?

12 lessons & 11 downloads

Sketching Like an Architect
7 minutes, 24 seconds
The Basics of Morpholio Trace
4 minutes, 19 seconds
Colour Rendering
9 minutes, 24 seconds
The Project Idea
6 minutes, 48 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (26)
  • 2,613 students
  • 12 lessons (1h 20m)
  • 11 additional resources (2 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • 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.


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AMIN ZAKARIA

A course by AMIN ZAKARIA

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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

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    The Foundations of Digital Sketching

    • Sketching Like an Architect
    • The Basics of Morpholio Trace
    • Sketching Practice and Embracing Mistakes
    • Colour Rendering
    • The Project Idea
  • U3

    2D Perspective Sketching from a 3D Object

    • The Layout Draft and Basic 3D Modelling
    • Setting the Perspective and Starting to Sketch
    • Colouring and Rendering
  • U4

    Different Types of Architectural Drawings from a 3D Object

    • Last Details
    • Sharing Your Work
  • FP

    Final project

    • Sketch like an architect with Morpholio Trace

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Architectural Sketch with Morpholio Trace App

A course by AMIN ZAKARIA
Project architect. Kuching, Malaysia.
Joined April 2022
  • 100% positive reviews (26)
  • 2,613 students