In design sketching, it’s essential to know how to represent ideas fast, especially during the preliminary phase of research of a project. We are not yet looking for “sexy drawings”. We want to allocate more time at thinking, and multiply the number of sketches. Less time we spend for one sketch, more sketches we’ll be able to produce. So instead...
Category - Sketching Tutorials
Unlock your creativity with The Design Sketchbook’s Sketching Tutorials. Learn fast, confident product design sketching from basics to advanced techniques. Master shapes, perspective, shading, and textures to bring your ideas to life with clear, expressive, and professional sketches. Perfect for all skill levels.
Not sure if you're holding your pen correctly? Explore three common pen grips and find out which one maximizes your drawing agility and control. A simple adjustment can transform your sketching experience. Ready to refine your pen technique? Try these grips now!
This guide walks you through activating pen pressure settings for opacity and brush size in Photoshop. Understand essential interface tools, shortcuts, and brush customization to make your digital sketches more expressive and natural with your graphic tablet.
Boost the expressiveness and accuracy of your drawing lines using 6 essential tips. Discover how regular speed, ghost drawing, and practicing with a ballpoint pen can elevate your sketches, whether working traditionally or digitally.
Discover simple warm-up techniques to relax your hand and boost your sketch confidence. From loose shape drawing to gradual detail addition, prepare your hands and eyes for better line control and sketch precision. Ideal for artists returning after a break or starting fresh.
Struggling with smooth curves? Practice drawing C-curves using a simple step-by-step method that ensures accuracy and fluidity. This fundamental skill will help you break down complex shapes and improve your overall sketching speed. Ready to create effortlessly? Start practicing your C-curves today!
Learn how to master symmetrical sketching in perspective with the Middle line technique. This insightful guide from The Design Sketchbook uncovers simple methods to create balanced, accurate drawings—perfect for product designers and artists aiming for precision and harmony!
Feel stuck making your sketches look flat? Discover two fundamental techniques to draw objects in 3D: see them transparently and break them into basic shapes. Perfect your volume drawing skills and bring your designs to life. Ready to sketch with depth? Watch the tutorial now!
Kickstart your sketching challenge with proven motivation techniques. Learn how to overcome distractions, embrace imperfections, and maintain artistic focus from Day 1 of the Roll of Paper Challenge—perfect for aspiring product designers and concept artists.
Learn to infuse your concept art engines with life by studying human and animal anatomy. This guide inspires product designers to create dynamic, soulful designs that go beyond mechanical forms.
