AUTO DESIGN
& SKETCHING COURSE

AUTO DESIGN &
SKETCHING

From the world-renowned Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, study under some of the greatest car designers today to master the first critical steps in automotive design, while mapping out your career in the future of transportation.

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INSTRUCTORS AND INDUSTRY EXPERTS

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

DESIGN PRINCIPLES & HISTORY

Learn core design principles and historic trends to help create your vision as a designer.

FAMOUS CASE STUDIES

Review famous cars like the DeLorean, Lamborghini, and Mustang and hear what the experts think!

LET'S DRAW!

Under Prof. Yneges, learn to sketch like a real auto designer, from simple lines all the way to futuristic concept cars.

CURRICULUM

This course contains 3 self-paced modules, with a focus on sketching exercises in Module 3. Each module is broken down into smaller lessons, ranging from 6-15 minutes. Students only need to provide sketching materials to participate in Module 3.

Module 1: PRINCIPLES & HISTORY OF AUTO DESIGN

	From the staff at Petersen and expert designers in the field, students will study the history of the car, as well as the design eras and trends they belong to. Key Concepts: Core Design Principles Necessary Auto Designer Skills Critical Historic Trends in Auto Design From Idea to Showroom Cars & Sustainability

Module 2: FAMOUS CAR CASE STUDIES

	Some of the best designers in the world give their take on cars that have changed the automotive industry. What’s your take? Key Concepts: DMC DeLorean (1981): Futuristic Icon & Market Miss Lamborghini Gallardo (2004): A Supercar for the Masses Ford Shelby Mustang (2005): Updating the Past Tesla Model S (2012): Making Sustainability Cool

Module 3: LET'S DRAW

	Working with Prof. Roman Yneges from ArtCenter, students will walk through the core skills needed to start concepting and realizing auto designs. Sharpen your pencils! Key Concepts: Perspective-Based Sketching Circles & Ellipses Drawing Classic Cars Drawing Modern Cars

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AUTO DESIGN
& SKETCHING COURSE