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Learn how to draw in 3D using the Splat ®. A powerfully simple drawing tool created for rapid visualisation and product design. Great for design thinking projects in the classroom and beyond. Watch our tutorials to design like a professional to problem solve, innovate and communicate.

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Are you designing a cosy space? Then you need to consider air velocity. Air velocity describes the speed of air moving past a person No air movement can make a room feel really stuffy On warm days air movement helps to keep us cool But on cold days too much air movement can feel like a cold draft When planning for thermal comfort of a space we need to make sure that the air velocity is consistent This will help us optimise the air quality of the space.
Hey, fellow art and math enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the mesmerizing world of 3D MC Escher tessellations and creating our own easy hand drawn 3d tessellation . Trust me, it's an epic project where art and math collide in the most spectacular way. So grab your Splat 3d drawing tools - splat3d.com - paper and pencils for some fun pencil drawing in 3d. You can also read on for why we chose to focus on tessellations in our tutorial today. Firstly, who doesn't love the visual brain tease of a good MC Escher tessellation? Those mind-bending patterns and illusions that seem to go on forever – truly captivating! But in this video, we're not just admiring; we’ll have you creating your own in three dimensions within the next 5 mins. The cool thing about this video and learning how to draw these by hand on paper not only helps you visualize your design but also lets your creativity flow freely. Making marks and sketching on paper is where innovation comes to life, and it's where your imagination meets the precision of math. What’s illuminating about studying these types of optical illusions is that we don’t simply see the world as it is, our brains are wired to interpret what we think we see based on our assumptions and experiences developmentally. Think about that for a minute. The better we can teach our brains to view and understand three dimensional images on flat surfaces, like screens, the more likely we are to see new ideas and fuel our ability to problem solve. As far as we are concerned combining math and art is a match made in creative heaven! When you fuse the beauty of art with the logic of math, you get a dynamic partnership that's perfect for creating new possibilities. Projects like these not only spark creativity but also provide a hands-on way to understand mathematical concepts. It's a win-win! Whether you're learning about symmetry, proportion, or geometry, the process of creating visually stunning tessellations engages your brain in a way that traditional learning might not. At this end of this video you’ll have created your very own 3D MC Escher tessellation. Or go one step further and add your work to another student's work to make a mural sized tessellation! What an adventure! As always we love to see your work. Email us at admin@splat3d.com or tag us on social media @splat3d If you enjoyed this video don't forget to hit that like button, subscribe for more creative content. Until next time, keep creating, keep exploring, and keep embracing the beautiful intersection of art and math with 3d drawing.
🎃 Welcome to our spook-tacular classroom activity, little artists! Today, we're diving into the eerie world of Halloween by drawing a simple haunted house in pencil using our simple Splat 3D drawing tool for isometric perspective! 🏠👻 Are you ready for some ghostly fun? Let's get those creative juices flowing as we embark on this fantastic Halloween-themed adventure. 🚀 First, grab your pencils, Splat, ruler, blank drawing paper and an eraser. Now, what's this "isometric perspective" all about? Well, if you haven’t used splats before it's a way to make your drawing pop off the page and look three-dimensional! Think of it like a magic trick for your paper. If you don’t have a Splat yet grab one from here - http://splat.com We'll begin drawing a cube in 3 simple steps. Three cubes stacked together will be the main body of our haunted house. To add that spooky touch, let's create some triangular roofs for our house – just like a witch's hat! Don't forget to add some spooky details like crooked windows, a rickety fence, and maybe a full moon casting an eerie glow in the background - cue the hand emerging from the grave. 🌕🏰 As you draw, think about the ghostly stories you've heard about haunted houses – creaky doors, bats in the attic, and maybe a friendly ghost or two. Let your imagination run wild! You can also add some gravestones in the yard to give it an even spookier atmosphere. 💀🪦 Once you've completed your drawing, don't forget to shade it in with your pencil to give it depth and that extra 3D effect. Make sure to pay attention to light and shadow to really make your haunted house come to life. Use some yellow pencil at the top of the windows so it looks like the windows are glowing. So, get ready for this ghoulishly fun classroom activity! Don't be scared – this is a drawing adventure you'll remember for life. 👻🎨 Happy Halloween, our beautiful creative friends! 🎃🖍️
In this video, we're going to be unveiling the jaw-dropping DIY jewellery stands made by year 9 students from Domremmy College students, designed in 3D! If you're interested in designing your own jewellery stand, then this video is for you! We'll be discussing the basics of designing jewellery stands. We'll also be revealing some of the sketching tips that you can use to design this amazing piece of jewellery! Splat drawing templates can be purchased online from Splat3d.com A look at the topics covered in this tutorial: 1. Research of jewellery stand) designs found on ETSY. 2. Thumbnail sketching. Orthographic vs. isometric(3D) type views. 3. Step-by-step how to draw a flat piece of plastic on the isometric planes. 4. Demonstration of the skills to draw 3D objects. These skills boost creativity and are used by designers to record their ideas and to communicate/share ideas with others. Splat tools are available in class sets through splat3d.com or Amazon in the U.S.A. Splats are like training wheels for learning to draw in 3D. Splats help students progress to sketching in freehand (like designers) but are also an excellent fundamental skill for CAD drawing (computer modelling). Drawing in 3D is an excellent way to increase the visual-spatial ability of all STEM/STEAM students. Please contact us at splat3d.com and tell us about the projects/exercises you are doing in your classrooms; we would love to hear from you! Finally, thanks to Stephanie from Domremy College TAS department for sharing your work with us. Cheers, Glenn and Kylie.
In this video, we'll be exploring how to create design concepts using an exploded view. By understanding how a timber box or project is constructed, we're better able to create design ideas that are both visually appealing and structurally sound. This light-it-up project is a great way to get started with understanding how to quickly create design concepts. Students are shown how to show design options, add detail views, section views and presentation skills. This tutorial was requested by TAS teachers from Cranbrook School, Sydney NSW. Click the link below to download the free drawing template from a Google drive folder: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aRlPASLmRgid7rDo38_TEdFQ7sTyPKFC/view?usp=sharing
This video has been requested for Science Week (AUS) and is suitable for Yrs 5-8. It focuses on rendering a simple object (cube) so it appears to be made from glass.
This step by step drawing resource will make learning about simple machines a blast for your students. In this video, we'll be focusing on one of the coolest simple machines out there – the wheel and axle! This video is jam-packed with valuable information. Your students will discover how everyday objects like cars, bikes, and even Ferris wheels rely on the wheel and axle for smooth movement. It's like uncovering the secret behind how things magically roll! Not only will this resource provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the wheel and axle's structure and mechanics, but we'll also take it a step further by incorporating the exciting world of 3D sketching. Through this immersive experience, you'll gain a hands-on perspective and visualize this everyday machine. But that's not all! To deepen your learning adventure, we've thoughtfully included a free worksheet that accompanies our YouTube video. This invaluable resource will allow you to put your newfound knowledge into practice, as you sketch and explore the wheel and axle in a creative and engaging way. It's like adding an extra layer of interactive fun to your learning journey! Grab the worksheet off our https://splat3d.com/ website. Whether you're a student eager to explore the wonders of simple machines, an educator seeking to enhance your lessons with captivating content, or simply someone curious about the mechanics that drive our world, this video on the wheel and axle, complemented by its free accompanying worksheet, is a treasure trove of knowledge. Embark on this creative and technical journey of discovery and watch as your understanding of simple machines expands, propelling you into the captivating realm of mechanics. Get ready to sketch in 3D, learn, and explore what makes a wheel and axle a simple machine. Even better subscribe to our channel to access more great 3D drawing resources. And, don't forget to grab your Splats. WEBSITE: https://splat3d.com/
In this step-by-step tutorial, learn to sketch a lever and fulcrum in 3D (isometric view). The lever is one of the six simple machines. Sketch the three types of levers including their use for each. Practice STEM skills by learning to sketch, think about, and present ideas in 3D. Learn to represent different materials eg timber and steel pivot pin which can act as a fulcrum. Splats make sketching easy. Purchase Splat tools online from www.splat3d.com. Free PDF download to use as worksheet for this video is available. Email Glenn at glenn@splat3d.com and request.
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Cover page of Five for Design online teacher created resource for STEAM
Cover page of Five for Design online teacher created resource for STEAM
Cover page of Five for Design online teacher created resource for STEAM

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