Thick and thin line technique is a way to enhance the presentation of design drawings. It makes sketches ‘pop out’ from the page and more three-dimensional. This article introduces students to this technique and contains a free printable worksheet to help revise this material.
Rules for thick and thin line technique
- If you can see both faces that form an edge = thin
- If you can only see one face that forms an edge = thick
It is sensible to start by drawing dark lines around all the outside edges.
Printable thick and thin line technique worksheet
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Amiria has a Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Architecture (First Class Honours) and a Graduate Diploma of Teaching. She is a CIE Accredited Art & Design and Design & Technology Coursework Assessor. Amiria now teaches Art, Design & Technology at ACG Parnell College.