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Getting Started with SketchUp Pro
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Getting Started with SketchUp Pro

by David S. Sellers
April 2023
Beginner to intermediate
658 pages
15h 7m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

Dive into the world of 3D modeling with 'Getting Started with SketchUp Pro.' This book is your comprehensive guide to understanding and mastering SketchUp Pro's tools and functionalities. From setting up your first model to leveraging advanced features, you'll gain the competence and confidence to create impressive 3D designs tailored to your needs.

What this Book will help me do

  • Understand and utilize SketchUp Pro's user interface and core tools.
  • Develop skills to create, edit, and optimize 3D models with professional accuracy.
  • Organize your workflows with SketchUp's features like Groups, Components, and Tags.
  • Expand your knowledge using SketchUp extensions, 3D Warehouse, and other resources.
  • Apply SketchUp techniques to real-world architectural, interior design, or modeling projects.

Author(s)

David S. Sellers is a seasoned SketchUp Pro user and 3D modeling enthusiast with over a decade of experience in architectural design and visualization. He combines his extensive professional expertise with a passion for teaching, offering readers a straightforward and accessible approach to mastering 3D modeling with SketchUp. David's works emphasize practical applications and efficiency in design.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for architects, interior designers, and 3D modelers starting their journey with SketchUp Pro. Whether you're a beginner with no prior experience or have basic design knowledge but are new to 3D modeling, this guide will help you achieve your design and visualization goals. Enhance your creative and technical skills with SketchUp Pro explained in a beginner-friendly way.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781789800180