3D Basecamp 2018: Full Schedule

8:45am PDT

Photogrammetry & 3D scanning

Over the last few years, there have been major steps forward in the capability and availability of consumer devices for 3D scanning, measuring, and photogrammetry. This workshop will look at the intersection of native SketchUp tools -- Advanced Cameras and Match Photo -- with these new data capture technologies.

Speakers

Joshua Cohen

Principal, Fat Pencil Studio

Joshua Cohen founded Fat Pencil Studio in 2004 with the idea that the world could use a little more perspective. With degrees in architecture and civil engineering, he brings an artistic flair to even the most technical projects. Joshua uses SketchUp as a design thinking tool to help transportation, construction and legal pr... Read More →

Monday September 24, 2018 8:45am - 10:15am PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, NAHB, AIBD
Tracks Architecture, Design/Build, Interiors, Landscape Architecture and Planning
Skill Level Advanced

10:30am PDT

The secret powers of Scenes in SketchUp

This course is designed to help students develop a deep understanding of the workflows and efficiencies that are possible by mastering Scenes. On the surface, Scenes are deceptively simple. When used at an advanced level, Scenes can be an incredibly powerful tool for creating compelling presentations and speeding up your work. In this course, we’ll dive into the way SketchUp interpolates between Scenes when calculating transition paths so that you can more accurately predict animation results, learn to manage the relationship between Styles and Scenes (which will detour into a deep dive on SketchUp’s Styles), learn to animate Section Planes, and learn how to create specialty “working” Scenes that can help you get more done, faster.

Speakers

Michael Tadros

Sr Manager, Product Management, Trimble

I joined Trimble as a Product Manager in 2013 and since then have spent time at the helm of 3D Warehouse, Extension Warehouse, SketchUp viewer apps for Android, iOS, HoloLens, VR and SKORE (SketchUp’s core code base). I am currently the Product Manager for SketchUp for iPad and... Read More →

Monday September 24, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, APLD, NAHB, AIBD, ASLA
Tracks Architecture, Design/Build, Interiors, Landscape Architecture and Planning, Entertainment
Skill Level Intermediate

1:15pm PDT

Extension madness

Curating and deploying extensions into your modeling workflow is almost like strapping Batman’s utility belt onto SketchUp. Just when you need a grappling hook; it’s there. But there are a TON of SketchUp extensions, so where should you start? What kinds of extensions should you definitely be testing out? Justin Geis is a professional extension sommelier, and will be your guide on this taste-test of some of the most powerful extensions out there.

Speakers

Justin Geis

YouTuber, The SketchUp Essentials

Justin Geis is the founder of The SketchUp Essentials. Justin started using SketchUp as part of his work as a general contractor in 2008. He quickly realized the power of the software and started using it for personal projects. He started The SketchUp Essentials as a place to share... Read More →

Monday September 24, 2018 1:15pm - 2:45pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Tracks Wide World of SketchUp, Extensions
Skill Level Intermediate

3:00pm PDT

Take what you need: Tricks for the 3D Warehouse

3D Warehouse is the best place on the Internet to find useful 3D models. But to get the most out of 3D Warehouse models you download, you’ll need to make smart choices and even adopt a few best practices for modifying objects. This session will cover the best practices of 3D Warehouse curation and utilization: component reloading, importing textures, scaling, and several other model mastery tricks.

Speakers

Daniel Brown

Owner, SketchUpTranier.com

Daniel Brown has been a designer, 3D modeling specialist and SketchUp trainer since receiving his Architecture degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2007. Dan served as a SketchUp Trainer for Google prior to starting db-3D.com and SketchUpTrainer.com. As a trainer, he... Read More →

Monday September 24, 2018 3:00pm - 4:30pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, APLD, ASLA
Tracks Architecture, Interiors, Landscape Architecture and Planning
Skill Level Intermediate

8:45am PDT

Playing well with others: SketchUp and CAD

Let’s face it: you live in a world where CAD files must import into SketchUp. And sometimes the result isn’t exactly pretty. Working with other people’s CAD files is a reality. In this class, we’ll work on common practices for cleaning up CAD imports, methods for creating SketchUp geometry from CAD linework, and -- perhaps, most important -- how to prep a CAD file before you bring it into SketchUp. And yes, we’ll also cover exporting your SketchUp model in formats such as .DWG, .DXF, .IFC and even .JPG, .PNG, and .PDF. (Yeah, those matter too!)

Speakers

Trent Cito

Software / Design Visualization / LA, SketchUp

Trent Cito is a 3D QA test engineer for the SketchUp / LayOut team and has been with SketchUp for the past 3 years. He is a creative, easy going Colorado native who enjoys everything 3D. His passions include hanging out with his family, art, rendering, hiking, riding dirt bikes, shooting... Read More →

Tuesday September 25, 2018 8:45am - 10:15am PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, APLD, NAHB, AIBD, ASLA
Tracks Architecture, Design/Build, Interiors, Landscape Architecture and Planning
Skill Level Intermediate

10:30am PDT

SketchUp for 3D printing

We have all heard it said before; SketchUp is great for 3D printing. What is not said, quite so loudly, is that you really need to know what you are doing when you design in SketchUp with the intent to 3D print. No one knows this better than Eric Schimelpfenig! In this hands-on workshop, Eric will walk you through the do's, the don't, and the must haves to make your 3D printing adventure a complete success.

Speakers

Eric Shimelpfenig

SketchUp

Eric started his career designing architectural millwork, furniture and cabinetry. After many years working for wood shops and cabinetry showrooms he founded SketchThis.net with the goal of making it easier for designers to use technology in their businesses. He has worked with Google... Read More →

Tuesday September 25, 2018 10:30am - 12:00pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Tracks Woodworking and Digital Fabrication
Skill Level Beginner

3:00pm PDT

Rogue construction documents

Creating construction documentation is a time-consuming, expensive process, right? Not if you are a SketchUp rogue like Gregg Hammond! Join Gregg as he shows you the secrets of great-looking, uber-communicative construction documents in SketchUp and LayOut. Learn to optimize your workflow by working in black and white, with 2D geometry, and with imported resources to speed up the documentation workflow and save yourself time and money.

Speakers

Gregg Hammond

OWNER, GREGG HAMMOND DESIGN AND DRAFTING

Gregg Hammond has been operating as an independent Residential Building Designer and Draftsman since the early 90’s. Additionally, he has also personally designed and built custom homes. For the past several years he has been producing custom residential 3D models and Construction... Read More →

Tuesday September 25, 2018 3:00pm - 4:30pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Bootcamp

Accreditations AIA, NAHB, AIBD
Tracks Architecture, Design/Build, Information Modeling
Skill Level Intermediate

10:45am PDT

Robots vs. dinosaurs: Amazing illustrations with SketchUp

What is the role of SketchUp and 3D modeling in modern graphic design and illustration? Liam Keating is a designer and illustrator who uses SketchUp as a 3D aide in his everyday workflow. Mining and modeling his subject matter to an extraordinary level of detail, Liam creates digital illustrations that have been featured in a variety of print and digital publications. In this session, Liam will explore his discovery and research, modeling technique, image composition, and post-processing.

Speakers

Liam Keating

Graphic Designer, Robots V Dinosaurs

Liam is a designer and illustrator based in Sweden and the UK. Previously, Liam has worked as Programme Manager for Condé Nast in London, responsible for the roll-out of the publishers' titles on multiple platforms and devices. Working across twelve magazines including GQ, WIRED... Read More →

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Wednesday September 26, 2018 10:45am - 11:45am PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Presentations, Basecamp

Tracks Entertainment, Visualization and Illustration, Wide World of SketchUp
Skill Level All

1:15pm PDT

SketchUp 201: Revisiting SketchUp fundamentals - Day 1 (Windows OS)

This workshop is built for practicing modelers who want to re-approach the fundamentals of SketchUp as informed beginners. We will revisit the keys to organized, fluid, and fast 3D modeling, covering many of the same topics (drawing, components, model organization).
[Day 1 of 2]

Speakers

Larry Zent

Owner, Design Time, LLC

Larry is the founder and owner of Design Time, LLC with a broad-based background in computer-aided drafting and design. He is recognized as an expert in teaching 3D software. Working throughout the states of Colorado, and Washington. With over 28 years in the design and drafting industry... Read More →

Wednesday September 26, 2018 1:15pm - 5:00pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Basecamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, APLD, NAHB, AIBD
Tracks Basics
Skill Level Beginner

9:00am PDT

SketchUp 201: Revisiting SketchUp fundamentals - Day 2 (Windows OS)

Speakers

Larry Zent

Owner, Design Time, LLC

Thursday September 27, 2018 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Basecamp

Accreditations AIA, IDCEC, NKBA, APLD, NAHB, AIBD
Tracks Basics
Skill Level Beginner

1:15pm PDT

Simplifying Arch Viz: The art of using Sketchup & Photoshop to create beautiful illustrations

The range of software and extensions available for visualizing the built environment can be overwhelming. Scott Baumberger of Baumberger Studio is here to teach you how simplifying your workflow to just SketchUp and Photoshop can result in imagery that is effective, flexible and beautiful. The session will cover setting up your SketchUp model for efficient exporting, lighting, layer management, digital painting, and composition techniques. This workshop is hands-on, walking you through the workflow from start to finish. And yes, SketchUp and Photoshop are required!

Speakers

Scott Baumberger

Baumberger Studio

Scott Baumberger leads Baumberger Studio, an independent architectural illustration studio located in Portland, Oregon. With 20+ years of experience, Scott’s portfolio includes projects around the world for many of the most recognized firms in the industry. Using a workflow that... Read More →

Thursday September 27, 2018 1:15pm - 5:00pm PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Basecamp

Tracks Architecture, Visualization and Illustration
Skill Level Intermediate

9:30am PDT

Create amazing: Experiencing your SketchUp model with Unreal Engine (Sponsored by Unreal Engine)

In this hands-on session, you will learn the following. After covering a top-level overview of what Unreal Engine is and does, we will identify the key workflows for preparing SketchUp data to work properly in Unreal Engine. This includes geometry settings, UV's, and Materials. Next, we'll cover how to make it look great in Unreal Engine. We will work with lights, post-processing, cameras, and sequencer. Finally, we will learn how to output rendered animations or create real-time a walk-through.

Pre-requisites:

Windows machine with 16GB Ram (32gb Recommended) and Geforce 960 class graphics card or better. (1080 or Quadro 5200 or better recommended)
Unreal Engine WITH Unreal Studio 4.20 (or later, Windows) (NOTE: This requires high-speed internet and will take approximately 20 minutes to complete all installations. Do not attempt to do this the day of the session)
Unreal Studio Exporter Plugin installed to SketchUp

Speakers

Chris Murray

Sr. Technical Marketing Manager, Epic Games

Chris Murray is an experienced 3D artist/animator and creative technologist specializing in real-time technologies. His daily role includes technical evangelism for the Unreal Engine Enterprise at Epic Games where he is the Senior Technical Marketing Manager. He is the former Technical... Read More →

Friday September 28, 2018 9:30am - 11:45am PDT
Desert Ballroom 9

Workshops, Basecamp

Tracks Entertainment, Sponsored, Visualization and Illustration
Skill Level Intermediate