The Year I Studied Architecture in Japan
/Studying architecture in Japan changed how I see design, discipline, and drawing. Here’s how that experience shaped my creative journey.
Read MoreRead practical tips, creative stories & resources for students, architects & designers - from career advice to hand drawing, sketching & studio life.
Studying architecture in Japan changed how I see design, discipline, and drawing. Here’s how that experience shaped my creative journey.
Read MoreFeeling stuck or unsure where to begin with your architectural sketches or urban drawings? Warming up before you start drawing is a simple but powerful way to loosen your hand, spark creativity, and build confidence. In this post, I’ll share 5 easy warm-up exercises that anyone, beginners and experienced artists, can use to get into the flow and overcome that intimidating blank page.
Read MoreArchitectural lettering isn’t just about neat handwriting — it’s a design language. The way you write on your drawings communicates clarity, confidence, and precision. In this post, I’ll show you how to master the timeless skill of writing like an architect, with simple techniques to improve your line control, consistency, and style. Plus, you’ll get free practice worksheets to help you perfect your architect handwriting and make every sketch, note, or title look professional.
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Read MoreAbout Sonia Nicolson
Sonia Nicolson is a British Chartered Architect (ARB) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). As an Architect and Creative Educator based in Iceland, she helps students and designers build confidence in hand drawing, design, and portfolio skills.
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Architect & Creative Educator helping you design and build your career and creative business in Interior Design, Architecture and Urban Sketching.
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Former Academic Director, Raffles Design Institute (India)
Academic Representative, British Council (Design Education)
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