SketchUp for Beginners
with Dave Richards
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This video series equips viewers with the knowledge and confidence to utilize SketchUp effectively, making it an indispensable tool for woodworkers.
Two hours of instructional video.
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This beginner-centric video series, spanning nearly two hours, offers a detailed guide to getting started on the right foot with SketchUp. Designed for beginners and focused on woodworking, the series breaks down essential aspects of SketchUp into seven concise episodes.
Seven In-Depth Episodes
EPISODE 1
The journey begins with "Learning the SketchUp Interface," where users familiarize themselves with the program's layout
EPISODE 2
"Setting Up Your Preferences" ensures a personalized and efficient workflow
EPISODE 3
"Creating a Sketchup Template for Woodworking" provides a foundational template tailored for woodworking projects, setting the stage for detailed designs
EPISODE 4
In "Organizing the SketchUp Workspace," viewers learn how to arrange tools and panels for optimal productivity
EPISODE 5
"Installing and Managing SketchUp Extensions" expands the program's capabilities by exploring essential add-ons
EPISODE 6
The series culminates in a hands-on project, "A Simple Cabinet," where users apply their skills to create a practical piece of furniture teaching important best practices when working within SketchUp
EPISODE 7
Finally, "SketchUp Tips and Tricks for Beginners" shares invaluable shortcuts and techniques to streamline the design process
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Dave Richards has been a SketchUp user and teacher for more than 15 years. He is an authorized SketchUp trainer and uses the drawing program for a wide variety of projects, from tiny medical devices to architectural projects. His primary use is drawing woodworking projects and plans for himself as well as for a number of professional woodworkers and cabinetmakers. He also draws project plans for Fine Woodworking and is a contributor to the blog "Design. Click. Build". He is the author of the SketchUp Guide for Woodworkers (The Taunton Press). Dave is a retired Biomedical Equipment Technician and Instructor of Anesthesiology in the Mayo College of Medicine. He lives in Rochester, MN, with his wife, son, and one dog.
