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Crating techniques
I can use isometric sketching and the crating technique to draw 3D shapes.
Lesson 1 of 8
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Crating techniques
I can use isometric sketching and the crating technique to draw 3D shapes.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Isometric drawing is a 3D representation.
- A box or crate can be used to form the basis of much more complex designs.
Keywords
Isometric - a 3D representation of an object where sides are drawn at 30 degrees
Perspective - a drawing technique that creates the illusion of depth and space on a flat surface
Crating - a technique used to draw more complex 3D shapes
Common misconception
Students might confuse isometric drawing with oblique drawing.
Use side by side comparisons to allow students to see the distinct differences.
Begin with simple demonstrations. Live teacher modelling using a visualiser to show students how to use the isometric paper correctly to build up 3D shapes.
Teacher tip
Equipment
Pencil, isometric paper, tracing / layout paper.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
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6 Questions
Q1.Freehand sketching is used for quick drawings made without tools for capturing ideas fast.
Freehand sketching is used for quick drawings made without tools for capturing ideas fast.
False
Q2.What does 3D stand for?
What does 3D stand for?
3 designs
3 digital
3 developments
Q3.Which of these tools is NOT commonly used for sketching?
Which of these tools is NOT commonly used for sketching?
pencil
rubber/eraser
ruler
Q4.What is the best way to improve your sketching skills?
What is the best way to improve your sketching skills?
trace lots of pictures
sketch once a month
Q5.How has this image been produced?
How has this image been produced?
sketching
rendering
Q6.What type of drawing paper is pictured?
What type of drawing paper is pictured?
oblique
perspective
Q5 Tinkercad/Autodesk screen shots reprinted courtesy of Autodesk, Inc.
Assessment exit quiz
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4 Questions
Q1.Which communication method is pictured?
Which communication method is pictured?
isometric drawing
orthographic projection
freehand sketching
perspective drawing
Q2.What communication technique would be used for initial rough ideas?
What communication technique would be used for initial rough ideas?
orthographic projection
exploded drawing
perspective drawing
Q3.What angle do isometric drawings show objects at?
What angle do isometric drawings show objects at?
45 degrees
90 degrees
Q4.Which communication technique is pictured?
Which communication technique is pictured?
boxing
hatching
rendering