Week 1 - Line - Analysis and Interpretation of Form

PROJECT TITLE:Orthographic studies.

CONCEPT/DEFINITION:

Orthographic projection is a way of drawing that describes multiple views of an object based on the x,y,z axis. A full projection uses both points of each axis and thus includes 6 projections of an object. The orthographic projection “projects” one side of the object onto one plane of a cubic space. When unfolded, the object is presented in 6 projection views. The orthographic drawing allows the designer to preview and study a concept in 2-dimensions.

IN CLASS: As an introduction to mechanical drawing, we will use the T-square, mechanical pencil and triangle create an orthographic study of 3 hand-held objects (cellphone, handbag, or shoe). Using simple contour drawings, map out the 3 projections of each object with precise proportional alignment.

Drawing materials:

18x24 Drawing paper

mechanical pencil

sharpener

B leads

T-square

30x60 triangle

drafting tape

eraser