Move Clients From “Idea” to “Excitement” With Fast, Flexible Sketching

Architects and designers know the challenge: present compelling concepts—quickly—without sacrificing artistry or flexibility. The truth? Hand sketches alone can’t always keep up, and detailed 3D models can slow creative flow. This is why a hybrid workflow—using the iPad (Procreate, Morpholio Trace)—is changing client presentations for good.

The Shortcut That Wins Meetings

In my latest lesson (straight from the Procreate Accelerator and our new Live Draw-Along Workshop), you’ll see my real process for turning site insights and loose sketches into client-ready drawings—often in under two hours.
• Start with a site photo for context and perspective
• Sketch and overlay concepts using red pen and Procreate’s digital tools
• Align plans and elevations directly over the image, refining forms on the fly
• Layer color, shadows, and entourage for instant realism and charm
The result? Renderings that retain the warmth of hand drawing while leveraging digital speed and precision. This process helped me and Don Nesmith win over clients with timely results—even for fast deadlines.

Why iPad Sketching Matters

• Instantly iterate and explore options, never getting “stuck” in the details
• Show clients more beautifully—with clarity and narrative
• Stay open-ended for better feedback and collaboration

Download the free Procreate file to follow along:
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Learn and Practice Together
Want deeper guidance? My Live Draw-Along Workshop includes this lesson and four weeks of applied practice. You’ll gain lifetime access to my growing library of digital design courses and workflows.
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See The Process in Action

Whether you’re an established designer or just starting out, leveraging iPad drawing and hybrid workflows will set you apart—helping clients understand, engage, and decide faster, while keeping your creative options open.