The Drawing Skills Architecture School Assumes You Already Know
Former University Lecturer, Chartered Architect and Mentor helping architecture students develop the drawing skills, design thinking and confidence they need to succeed.
Hi, I’m Sonia. I’m a Chartered Architect, former University Lecturer, mentor and founder of Reykjavik Sketcher.
Over the last 15+ years, I’ve taught thousands of architecture and design students, reviewed portfolios, led degree programmes and helped aspiring architects build confidence in their architecture drawing and creative skills.
But I wasn’t always confident myself.
I know what it’s like to feel behind, doubt your abilities and wonder if you’re good enough. I wasn’t the student everyone expected to become an architect, yet I went on to receive a scholarship to study in Japan, qualify as a Chartered Architect, teach at university level, and mentor students around the world.
That’s why I’m passionate about making architecture drawing and design education more accessible.
I believe drawing isn’t talent - it’s a skill. With the right guidance, anyone can learn to think visually, communicate their ideas, build a stronger portfolio and gain confidence in their creativity.
Whether you’re preparing an architecture portfolio, learning perspective drawing, improving your hand drawing skills or reconnecting with architecture after a break, I’m here to help you take the next step with confidence.
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Trusted by 8,000+ students and creatives across 30+ countries.
Drawing isn't talent. It's a skill.
Most architecture students think they're "bad at drawing". The truth? Drawing is a skill that can be learned.
After teaching thousands of architecture and design students, I've seen firsthand that confidence grows through practice, not natural talent. My mission is to make architecture drawing accessible, practical and enjoyable for everyone.
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We’ve helped thousands of students and designers successfully build their skills, portfolios and businesses.
Testimonials
"Working with Sonia in our 1:1 coaching sessions has been a game-changer for me! What sets her apart is her ability to make each session feel tailored and inspiring. She took the time to understand my goals and provided insightful feedback and personalized guidance that significantly improved my skills. Not only did I learn invaluable techniques, but I also gained confidence in my abilities as an artist. If you want to unlock your creative potential, I can't recommend her coaching enough!" - Rebecca, Artist & Designer
“She has a lot of great ideas about how to put together and present your portfolio, and I appreciate her upbeat and encouraging tone.” - Rachel, Portfolio Preparation Student
“Throughout my University Degree, Sonia always supported my style of working and ideas, no matter how crazy they were. She always knew the right things to say to motivate and inspire you.” - Will De Liefde-Foote, Designer
“This class exceeded my expectations!” - Jinda, Interior Design Class Student
“I enjoyed this class. Sonia took time to explain each step. The instructions were clear, easy to follow along” - Tamara, Interior Design Class Student
“We decided to use the Virtual Architect to help us move forward with clarity before starting our home renovation. Sonia was incredibly easy to work with - clear, professional and responsive. Her presentation was extremely helpful for us to visualize different layout options of our home so we could confidently choose a direction for our renovation. The additional creative design ideas were great for inspiration. We would highly recommend this service!” - Mr & Mrs Hawkins, Clients
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New to Architecture Drawing?
Think you're bad at drawing - most architecture students do. The good news is that drawing is a skill, not a talent.
Start with the free Perspective Practice Sheets and begin building confidence today.
