One Drawing a Day: Lakefront Restaurant Illustration

One Drawing a Day: Lakefront Restaurant Illustration

I decided to take a different approach with this illustration. I started off by importing existing models of boats from 3D warehouse into SketchUp, then building/designing the architecture around the environment. Typically, I’ll start with modeling the architecture, then add all the environmental content towards the end of the modeling or illustration process. Working backwards has been an interesting way to create an architectural illustration. It forced me to think more about the mood and atmosphere of the piece rather than solely focus on the architecture. I started off by quickly drafting a rough floor plan, then jumped straight into SketchUp to start modeling.

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July 17, 2013

 

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July 18, 2013

 

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July 19, 2013

 

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July 20, 2013

 

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July 21, 2013

 

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July 22, 2013

 

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July 23, 2013

 

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July 24, 2013

 

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July 25, 2013

 

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July 26, 2013

 

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July 27, 2013

 

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July 28, 2013

 

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July 29, 2013

 

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July 30, 2013

 

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July 31, 2013

 

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August 1, 2013

 

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August 2, 2013

 

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August 3, 2013. Final Illustration

 

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About the author

Hi, I’m Pete Maric. I grew up in Cleveland and graduated from CIA. After freelancing for a number of years, I launched Triplet 3D in 2013. I am interested in anything design related, from architecture to animation and am inspired by good books, progressive ideas, art and music. I also play guitar and gig regularly in the Cleveland area.

There are 2 comments so far

  • Jennifer
    11 years ago · Reply

    Hi Pete!
    I really like what you’ve done here!
    Very Inspirational!
    Kudos!

    • Pete Maric Author
      11 years ago · Reply

      Thank you Jennifer!

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