Category: Basic SketchUp Tutorials

Basic SketchUp Tutorials

SketchUp Photo Match Tutorial

Jason
SketchUp Photo Match Tutorial

Photo Match is a useful tool when putting your models into a context, however do not expect extraordinary results.  If a structure you are looking to photo match has a large amount of landscaping, you will see the branches, shrubbery and anything in the foreground of the photo you are using will appear on the structure.  Also, if the photo is not of high quality it will show on the model.  These photo matched models are best used in the background where they can’t be scrutinized too heavily.  If the…

SketchUp AutoCAD Import Tutorial

Jason
SketchUp AutoCAD Import Tutorial

Importing an AutoCAD .dwg into SketchUp is a very useful technique when working with floor plans and elevations.  This video goes through the basics and solves a few common problems that arise when importing CAD Files.  To allow the import to go as smoothly as possible, remember to “Dumb” down the CAD file before you import it.  Remove any unused layers, remove any extra drawings that you won’t need and explode any blocks.  If you are using AutoCAD Architecture, make sure you explode all smart walls.  Once the file is…