Quick note! The number one mistake people make with this technique is that they are too judgmental of the work and overly concerned with getting a good outcome. Eventually, you will start to see some interesting shapes, shadows and patterns. It's just like when you look up at the sky and see shapes or faces in clouds. Just start scribbling and don't worry about the quality. In order to be creative, you need to be in a relaxed state. Only judge the quality of the concepts after you're finished sketching...not while you're sketching.
That's cool, it reminds me of the techniques used in star wars to design the ships. They'd draw insperation from everyday objects and copy the shapes/composition (Tie fighters are ties, slave one's a lamp post, millennium falcon is a hamburger, ect).
Great observation. This is a common technique in concept art. Concept artists rely on coming up with wild and strange designs, and these methods help to achieve that end.
I'm a 3D artist and I do more of an abstract type of work, nothing really industrial-design-related. However, I absolutely love the look and feel of industrial design renders and I was looking for some material to get a better understanding of how the conceptualization process of a product works. Even though the media and the techniques I use are different (I sketch my work in 3D using VR and then recreate the cleaner version in different 3D softwares), this video in particular was very very helpful to get past the creative block and the fear of making mistakes! I guess for those who, like me, struggle with this type of fear, a good idea might be to force yourself to sketch as many designs as possible in a certain amount of time, giving yourself, for example, a 5 minute margin for every sketch. Even if nothing good enough comes up as a result - you'll gain confidence and train yourself to be as bold as possible. The paper folding and the assembling of different objects - absolutely brilliant. Thanks a lot!
Thank you for sharing your process! I appreciate it very much. In terms of ID style sketches, Spencer Nugent has a great channel on how to draw in that style
I wish this Channel would have existed earlier :D i am now about to graduate in industrial Design in a few month. Nevertheless, I find many tips in your videos very helpful. thumbs up
Such a great technique 👍 Learned a lot today. I guess it holds some relevance with Torrance test of creativity. Like how can we complete an partial picture and create something out of it.
Another great video John. I appreciate how you breakdown the ideas while drawing so that the results of what you are saying are repeating visually in the video. Being able to narrate while sketching in real time (like in a class demo) is hard to do. I think it helps that you are a musician as well hearing the beat of your presentations. One other tool as part of these abstraction sketches is to change material constructs. Many ID professionals sketch with "injection moldation fixation" as a pretext for how everything will be made. Try sketching ideas for things made totally of glass, wood, leaves of trees, toothpicks. Sketch headphones made of suspended smoke.
@raffi minasian Thank you! I actually want to do a video on pacing/tempo and how it relates to industrial design. The speed at which you sketch is one of the determining factors in the conceptual output....it's just like a violinist who uses long motions with their right hand versus short, precise motions. Most students try to go for precision (a la Heifetz) using very deliberate and measured movements. But they're not Heifetz. The result is unfavorable. It has a major effect on the sketch quality as well as the actual concept itself. This is one area that is completely overlooked in drawing technique and design theory. There's also the pacing or tempo of the project on the whole. You want to peak at the right time. If you peak too early, the project loses momentum. If you peak too late, the ideas cannot be implemented into the final design. I'm going to do another video about other sources of inspiration. I think that changing material constructs is a very good idea!
Amazing videos!! What device do u recommend and which do u use for product design? I’m just started in this world and I’m a bit confused, I have an PC with i5 and 3060, an MacBook and iPad Pro, but I don’t know what’s the best option for start design product, any advice? Thanks!!!
Thanks for the compliment although I'm not a master yet :) Maybe in another 20 years. Glad you enjoyed it! Abstraction is a great exercise for concept development.
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Quick note! The number one mistake people make with this technique is that they are too judgmental of the work and overly concerned with getting a good outcome. Eventually, you will start to see some interesting shapes, shadows and patterns. It's just like when you look up at the sky and see shapes or faces in clouds. Just start scribbling and don't worry about the quality. In order to be creative, you need to be in a relaxed state. Only judge the quality of the concepts after you're finished sketching...not while you're sketching.
That's cool, it reminds me of the techniques used in star wars to design the ships. They'd draw insperation from everyday objects and copy the shapes/composition (Tie fighters are ties, slave one's a lamp post, millennium falcon is a hamburger, ect).
Great observation. This is a common technique in concept art. Concept artists rely on coming up with wild and strange designs, and these methods help to achieve that end.
Thanks! I often get a too in my head about the solution and try to simplify my forms too fast. Great video!
You bet! Glad you liked it.
I'm a 3D artist and I do more of an abstract type of work, nothing really industrial-design-related. However, I absolutely love the look and feel of industrial design renders and I was looking for some material to get a better understanding of how the conceptualization process of a product works. Even though the media and the techniques I use are different (I sketch my work in 3D using VR and then recreate the cleaner version in different 3D softwares), this video in particular was very very helpful to get past the creative block and the fear of making mistakes! I guess for those who, like me, struggle with this type of fear, a good idea might be to force yourself to sketch as many designs as possible in a certain amount of time, giving yourself, for example, a 5 minute margin for every sketch. Even if nothing good enough comes up as a result - you'll gain confidence and train yourself to be as bold as possible.
The paper folding and the assembling of different objects - absolutely brilliant. Thanks a lot!
Thank you for sharing your process! I appreciate it very much. In terms of ID style sketches, Spencer Nugent has a great channel on how to draw in that style
Good info.
Music is distracting.
Very educational and sleekly presented.
Cheers.
Thank you!
I wish this Channel would have existed earlier :D i am now about to graduate in industrial Design in a few month. Nevertheless, I find many tips in your videos very helpful.
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Best of luck in your graduation! Thanks for the kind words.
Such a great technique 👍 Learned a lot today.
I guess it holds some relevance with Torrance test of creativity. Like how can we complete an partial picture and create something out of it.
Yeah, that's exactly what it is. I've come up with some of my best ideas using these techniques.
Holly crap that's the most useful tip I've seen in a long time.
Thanks for checking out my videos, I hope you found it useful!
More drawing videos pls. My kiddos and I love watching the designs take shape!
Another great video John. I appreciate how you breakdown the ideas while drawing so that the results of what you are saying are repeating visually in the video. Being able to narrate while sketching in real time (like in a class demo) is hard to do. I think it helps that you are a musician as well hearing the beat of your presentations.
One other tool as part of these abstraction sketches is to change material constructs. Many ID professionals sketch with "injection moldation fixation" as a pretext for how everything will be made. Try sketching ideas for things made totally of glass, wood, leaves of trees, toothpicks. Sketch headphones made of suspended smoke.
@raffi minasian Thank you! I actually want to do a video on pacing/tempo and how it relates to industrial design. The speed at which you sketch is one of the determining factors in the conceptual output....it's just like a violinist who uses long motions with their right hand versus short, precise motions. Most students try to go for precision (a la Heifetz) using very deliberate and measured movements. But they're not Heifetz. The result is unfavorable. It has a major effect on the sketch quality as well as the actual concept itself. This is one area that is completely overlooked in drawing technique and design theory. There's also the pacing or tempo of the project on the whole. You want to peak at the right time. If you peak too early, the project loses momentum. If you peak too late, the ideas cannot be implemented into the final design.
I'm going to do another video about other sources of inspiration. I think that changing material constructs is a very good idea!
@@Design.Theory That musical/rhythmic connection is a great aspect to sketching. I look forward to hearing/seeing that video.
This channel is my top fav for industrial design now
Thank you!! More videos coming soon
Which softwares you used?
Amazing videos!! What device do u recommend and which do u use for product design? I’m just started in this world and I’m a bit confused, I have an PC with i5 and 3060, an MacBook and iPad Pro, but I don’t know what’s the best option for start design product, any advice? Thanks!!!
Stuff like this makes or breaks your Portfolio and getting started... Rapid Viz the 1st edition is good too...
Can you make a youtube playlist please of your videos
Great idea. I'll get to it tomorrow.
Such a great idea.
What software can I use samsung galaxy tab with pen
Concepts app bro
Great video, I will try your techniques, thanks
this is amazing thank you very much
Hi.Can i ask about where am gonna inspiration form for my design.I currently doing my home decor speaker.Thank you
Watch my inspiration video: th-cam.com/video/tKY634THsbU/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for sharing it is really helpful
Should I use an iPad for making such amazing digital designs or any other sketch pads?
I use an iPad, but honestly I prefer to draw by hand.
Wow! Thanks! This is reallyyyyyyy helpful! Will share this thoughtful video with IDs and friend alike! ✌️
I'm glad it was helpful! And thank you for sharing.
Thank you !
No, thank YOU! Glad you enjoyed it.
Happy Teacher's Day Sir
What a helpful video! thanks for sharing
Glad it was helpful!
Love this video, what software are you using here?
Procreate for iPad :)
A truly useful video and the truth, entertaining. Very good work, master.
Thanks for the compliment although I'm not a master yet :) Maybe in another 20 years. Glad you enjoyed it! Abstraction is a great exercise for concept development.
Thanks, what software do you use?
procreate
what kind of digital software do you use in sketching?
procreate
Thanks!
dude its a great knowledge ! will try it out
Have fun!
Can’t wait to try this technique out. Thanks!
Thanks for checking it out, Selena :)
Love this
thanks
Why not just use play clay...
you absolutely can. That's also a great method.
Amazing thank you so much
Anytime! Thanks for checking it out!
This rocks, thank you so much
You're very welcome :)