Desktop Publishing

Centre Line

Orthographic

Diameter

v

Cutting Plane

v

What is the purpose of a Production Drawing?

To give details to manufacturers or builders on the specific dimensions and methods needed to manufacture the product shown in the drawings. Essentially more detailed and in depth instructions.

Clients can also see detailed plans and suggest alterations and amendments.

PPP?

Preliminary, Production, Promotional

What is the purpose of Promotional graphics?

To advertise products to potential consumers.
To show consumers what products (such as new kitchens) would look like in a real life setting.
To communicate design proposals and ideas to clients or to the general public.

What is the purpose of Preliminary Drawings?

To express early ideas and concepts for products, construction, etc.
To plan products / buildings / etc before going into specific details.
To gather early input and feedback into ideas and proposals before presenting them and going to the stage of manufacturing and promoting.

Drop Cap

Used to signal the beginning of a passage of text, guides the reader's eyes.

Types of Preliminary Graphics

Sketches, Illustrations, Thumbnails, Orthographic Sketches (without dimensions)

Types of Preliminary Graphics

Dimensioned Orthographic Sketches, Plans, Exploded Views, Sectional Views