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Axonometric and Oblique Drawing: A 3-D Construction, Rendering, and Design Guide

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I am suprised by the view from Russia. I think reading a book and understanding it are two issues which are completely different. Probably the reviewer does not understand the meaning of Axonometric and Oblique Drawing, or may be not trained in a related field to be equipped to understand the book. This book has a clear emphasis in design and use of various axonometric types for design presentation. I believe that when it comes to this particular topic uddin's book is the only complete source at this time. The strength of the book is in its showing the context of Axonometric drawings in Design Analysis, Design Process, and in Final Composed Presentation. There is a brief chapter on contemporary architects work using such drawings. The chapter on shades and shadows is particularly useful, since it simplifies shadow casting from simple to complex 3D axonometric drawings.

Gives a great overview of the "history" of oblique drawings. Perfect for the text for architectural foundation classes focusing on drawing and avant-garde interpretations. A wonderful portfolio of VERY diverse drawings is included, for students to see professionals working with wnat might seem an esoteric concept while in school.

It really has two personalities. The technical section at the first half is more than is included in drawing classes, highly technical. The second "half" gives a wonderfully deep cross-section of examples. These combine to serve as visual adis for students and professionals as well [several architecvture firms in my community -Southern California- have purchased this book for therir reference collection]. I think this speaks of the range of appeal.

I would recommend this book to all design professionals and especially to all teaching professionals and students in the field of architecture. I used the book as a guide to paraline drawing as a design tool last spring in a studio setting at the Academy of Art College in San Francisco. The mystery of axonometric drawing was dispelled and my students were quickly using and producing detail and large-scale drawings to explain their intent. This is a real winner.