Vehicle Design and Sketching

In week one, John introduces the core principles of vehicle design and sketching. You’ll learn about various tools used in both traditional and digital formats and explore essential vehicle attributes.

In week two, you will delve into gathering diverse vehicle design references, from model kits and museums to books and digital resources like Pinterest. John Frye will discuss how to bridge the gap between fantasy and reality in design through technical and engineering understanding.

In week three, John will unravel designing vehicle forms, starting with basic shapes, like transforming a box into a vehicle. Emphasizing the importance of proportions and movement axes, John demonstrates how even simple shapes can hint at familiar vehicle forms.

In week four, you will explore the logic behind designing various vehicle types, including passenger cars, spacecraft, and flying vehicles. John delves into the historical evolution of vehicle volumes, emphasizing the human aspect in design dimensions.

In week five, John guides you through advanced refinement techniques, elevating your concept designs. You’ll focus on enhancing perspective, detailing, and shading, particularly in developing wheels and tires and their relationship to the vehicle’s body.