Sketch hacks to make life easier!

So maybe you had some sketching classes years ago, but now that you need the skill professionally you are struggling to put pen to paper. Don't panic! On this page I will share with you a bunch of practical tips that I wish someone had told me when I needed them desperately!

Please enjoy,

Tips & Tricks

How to sketch straight lines!

Three easy tips to produce straight lines in your sketches with confidence!

Psssst ... all designers cheat!

Use this clever short-cut to start sketching in perspective straight away!

How to create your own cheat sheet!

Need to sketch your product idea in a unique and convincing perspective? Try this method!

Need more help with sketching?

The Design Sketching tracks are hands-on online courses originally developed for my ID students at Eindhoven University. They cover the fundamentals for sketching simple and more complex products, in 2D and in perspective, and contain a series of fun challenges to help you develop your skill in no time!

About Martijn

Martijn van de Wiel is the 😃 behind Design Sketching. He runs his own design studio and teaches design sketching techniques at the world's top design schools.

Martijn's work is known from the inspiring examples he frequently shares through his socials @designsketching.

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