Google SketchUp For Dummies by Aidan Chopra

A description of Aidan Chopra's Google SketchUp For Dummies according to Amazon.com:

1. Compared to other 3D softwares, Google SketchUp is an easier software to use. It has found a niche in architecture, landscaping, real estate development, furniture building, and other professions related to 3D design.
2. It makes 3D modeling a fun experience, and explains even the most basic concepts involved in 3D modeling.
3. It shows readers how to build a 3D model, print it, share it, export it to another professional design package, export it to Google Earth and create a 3D animated tour.
4. Helps readers control the power of Google SketchUp so they can populate Google Earth with 3D buildings or any monument in general.

Wiley Pathways Introduction to Google SketchUp
by Aidan Chopra and Laura Town

Amazon's Editorial Reviews tell us that Google SketchUp is a lot easier to use compared to other 3D softwares. It has found a niche in architecture and other similar lines of work. No matter what you're looking to do, this book helps you get to where you want to be. It helps you master the “skills you need to succeed”. It helps you:

1. Understand SketchUp's basic concepts,
2. Make buildings, draw plans, model stairs and construct stairs with flair,
3. Use some of the most advanced methods to model objects like vehicles, furniture plus a whole lot more,
4. Build models with the help of photographs,
5. Print and export images from your model file

 

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