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DAE still rely on lead holders for initial concept sketches?
I know everyone uses tablets or mice for rough ideas now, but I start every project with a lead holder and vellum. Something about the feel of the lead on paper lets my thoughts flow without software getting in the way. My boss says it slows down the process and wants all digital from the start. I argue those first sketches are cleaner and have fewer silly mistakes than my digital doodles. It takes me an extra hour sometimes, but the final CAD model goes together faster. Has anyone else tried going analog at the beginning? I'm curious if this is just a quirk of mine or if there's real value in it. What's your first step when a new job hits your desk?
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elliot9496mo ago
Hey, maybe that physical step builds better 3D vision for the CAD work later!
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tessa_hunt425mo ago
Honestly I used to think it was a waste of time too. But after trying it, I get what @elliot949 means about building 3D vision. My brain just works through the problem better with a pencil. The switch to digital after feels less like starting over and more like tracing. My boss complained about the extra hour at first but now he sees my CAD files need way less rework.
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craig.reese6mo ago
Seriously? Does that muscle memory from sketching by hand actually help you spot problems earlier when you switch to CAD?
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