Waveland Press - Plan Graphics for the Landscape Designer - with Section-Elevation and Computer Graphics, Third Edition, by Tony Bertauski

Many professional landscape architects and designers embrace the practice of rendering plan drawings by hand as an artistic approach that supports the design process. Tony Bertauski uses abundant illustrations to train aspiring designers in the essential drawing techniques used to craft presentation graphics while learning the essentials of design. He guides students through the tools and techniques of drawing that are often overlooked in the classroom so students can complete assignments on their own outside the lab. Novice designers will learn to create plans that not only appeal aesthetically but also communicate effectively with clients.

“This book is fantastic. I love the sections of good/better/best for plan graphics.” — Joseph Petersen, Florida Gateway College

“We love it! The examples of what to do and not to do are perfect for students just starting out on their design training.” — Carolyn Stanko, Niagara County Community College

“This book is an excellent reference for the students. It is vital to be able to communicate ideas graphically and this book contains all the basics.” — Laura Thomas, Southern Illinois University

“I recommend the text for its clear examples of good graphic symbols.” — Rolston St. Hilaire, New Mexico State University

“I love this book and will use it in my landscape design class.” — Tina Cade, Texas State University, San Marcos

1. The Landscape Design Process and Presentation Graphics
Landscape Designers' Communication Tools / Presentation Graphics / Hand Drawings Are Still Relevant / Presentation Graphics / The Design Process

2. Tools
Drawing Surface / Paper / Printing / Drafting Tape / T-Square / Triangles / Pencils / Lead for Mechanical Pencils / Pencil Sharpener / Sandpaper Block / Erasers / Eraser Shield / Markers and Ink Pens / Circle Template / Compass / Beam Compass / Scale / Ames Lettering Guide / Dry Cleaning Pad / Brush / Protractor / Curves / Parallel Glider

3. Line
Line Quality / Free Hand vs. Straight Edge / Line Weight

4. Lettering
The Art of Lettering / Guidelines to Good Lettering / Lettering Styles

5. Symbols
The Basic Elements of Symbols / Drawing Symbols / Symbols Reflecting Plant Material / The Role of Symbols in the Design / Adding Shadows to Symbols

6. Ground Plane
Textures Representing the Ground Plane / Textural Drawing Techniques / Ground Plane Components

7. The Plan Drawing
Plan Drawing Elements / Plan Drawing Layout / Labeling / Plant List / Sketches and Details

8. Color
Colored Pencils / Markers

9. Section Drawing
Vertical Elements / Locating a Section Drawing on the Plan Drawing / Section-Elevation

10. Computer Graphics
A Brief History of Computer Graphics / When to Make the Switch to Computer Design / Advantages of Landscape Design Software / Imaging Software / The Imaging Process and Techniques / Creating the Ground Plane with Imaging / Plan Drawing Software / Three-Dimensional Modeling / Plant Database / Cost-Estimator Software / Printing / Software Products

Appendix A: Portfolio
Appendix B: Student Design