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items stuff i use on a daily basis as a first year architecture student! it's a lot of trial and error, but this is what i've found works best for me so far. š interior design college student university art supplies drafting supplies
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straight lines, correct measurements, perfect circles, and more! these all make em happen.
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my t square i use for drawing! get those straight linesss. this one is perfect for inking bc it has an acrylic edge so that ink doesn't get all over it.
Pacific Arc, 18 Inch T Square, Traditional Maple Blade with Acrylic Edge - Walmart.com
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now this is the exact stainless steel t square i use for cutting. DO NOT USE YOUR OTHER ONE FOR CUTTING. you do not want to mess up the edge of your drawing t square bc then you can't draw straight lines anymore
Inch/Metric Stainless Steel With Metal Head T-Square
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triangles!! you need these for vertical lines, lettering and also just measurements. these ones are cool because one doubles as a protractor and the other doubles as a french curve!! fancyy
Triangle Set 8 Inch 30/60 & 45/90 - Walmart.com
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obviously an architect scale. you'll use this so much its kinda ridiculous.
RUseeN Architectural Scaling Ruler, 12'' Imperial Architectural Scaling Tools, Engineering Drafting Construction Drawing Blueprints Triangular Architect Scaling Rulers (Black) - Walmart.com
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also an engineers scale is a need for larger scale projects like site plans and whatnot.
Staedtler Student Grade Engineering Scale, 12in
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templates come in SO handy. i use them way more than you would probably expect
6pcs Circle Template for Drafting, Geometric Shape Stencils Circle Square Measuring Ruler for Building Formwork Drawing
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eraser shield my beloved. comes in so handy. so forgiving. theres a million uses for it. if you want perfectly dashed lines.. getting into those tight spaces for tiny mistakes. just get it
Staedtler Erasing Shield
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obviously a need for making models. and a million other things tbh you never know
X-Acto No.1 Basic Light Duty Craft Knife with Aluminum Handle, 5-Inch, 1 Count
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the key to clean professional drawings!
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trace paper is a need obviously. for making changes it's great. just lay it over your drawing and make edits.
Bienfang 106 White Sketching and Tracing Roll, 12" x 50 yds.
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vellum obviously for your clean finished drawings. make sure its good quality. you want to look professional
Borden & Riley #116 Artist Sketch Vellum Roll, 24 in x 10 yds. Roll, 90 lb.
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pretty simple but you need it
Pacific Arc, 2mm Lead Holder and Lead Sharpener, Blue Drafting Pencil for Artist Drawing, Drafting, and Sketching - Walmart.com
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i make a million mistakes. erasers are a MUST. defintiely get white erasers so that you don't get pink residue all over your drawings.
Pentel Hi-Polymer Block Eraser, Latex Free, White, Pack of 3 Erasers
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amazing quality pens! do not skimp out on pens. clean drawings are a MUST when it comes to professionalism, also just save yourself the headache with inconsistent inkflow.
PigmaĀ® MicronĀ® Fine Line Black 6 Piece Pen Set - Michaels
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other random lil things that i use a lot of!
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so much tacky glue for modelsā¦
Aleene'sĀ® Original Tacky Glue 8 fl oz, Premium All-Purpose Adhesive
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you need something to tape down your drawings. this works just fine. it comes off easily, no residue. easy to use. i've never had complaints
Pacific Arc Drafting Tape, 3/4 in. x 10 yd. roll. Multiple Uses and Surfaces. Easy Removal, Residue Free. Office, Drafting, Painting, Art or Home use. - Walmart.com
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you're gonna need like a million of these. obviously for pin ups but also to put stuff up at your own desk. also youre gonna lose like all of them or someone will borrow them just like you'll need them trust
Pen+Gear Push Pins in Color Box, Colorful Plastic Head, Steel Point, 100 Count.
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to ensure i actually finish projects and DONT drop out! :)
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my favorite noise-cancelling headphones for working in the studio. it gets LOUD and stressful and this just makes it more enjoyable!
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones Silver
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my owala is basically my baby and i can't go anywhere without it. staying hydrated is also important i guess
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel 32oz
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caffeine just makes my life easier and red bull is so yummy especially this new flavor!
Red Bull Spring Edition Energy Drink, Cherry Sakura, 12 Fl Oz Can, 114mg Caffeine