Course Materials and Supplies
Supply List - You can link to this list to print out or have live on your phone here on google docs. Links to an external site.
This material list includes tools that will last a lifetime as well as supplies that we may use up this semester. Once you learn to draw, you can always draw- and these supplies will come in handy to support that.
Supplies will vary depending on what task you are working on, and what media you choose to use. Part of the objective of this class is to try out new things. (True for college in general) Many of these tools will be new to you. You may love some or hate them; the only way to find out is to try them. Please feel free to add to this list at your discretion.We will use all of the supplies on this list however.
Please be sure to let me know if you have trouble purchasing these items for any reason. Many of these can be substituted with things found at home. Additionally we will try to have some of these tools on hand at school if you are in financial need. Stay in touch - please don't wait on getting these supplies or letting me know what is up.
Required Supplies and Materials for Pierce College Env 101
Drawing Kit
Look for Alvin, Staedler, Chart Pac or C-thru or similar NO Pacific Arc, Art Loft, etc products
- tool box
- 12” Architect’s Scale
- Pink Pearl Eraser
- White plastic eraser (Staedler, Alvin or magic rub)
- Erasing Shield
- 1 box drafting dots or 1 roll of drafting tape –not blue or masking tape
- 2 Clutch style Mechanical Drafting Pencils -Lead Holders,( not “Clicking” Type).
- Rotating Lead Pointer, portable
- “H, 2H, 4H ” Drawing Leads ( 2 ea. )
- 8” 45 degree plastic triangle with inking edge
- 10” ( the long edge) 30/60 degree plastic triangle with inking edge.
- Drafting Brush
- Compass
- Pen holder attachment for compass: universal adapter”
- 2 Rolling Writer ink pens ( black ) or Similar gel pen – no ballpoint
- Roll 1000h vellum 18” x 5 yard
- 12” roll (not pad) buff” or “white” tracing paper.
Inking kit in order of quality: lowest quality to highest quality. Get what you feel you can afford
- Micron Pigma black .20mm, .25mm, .30mm, .35mm, .45mm, .65mm
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- Copic Multiliners- black 0.05, 0.1, 0.3, 0.5, 1.0 mm and Brush small
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- “Koh-i-nor” Rapidograph Brand technical pens- either a set of 4 or 7pens
or at least one each: 4x0 nib, 00 nib, 2 nib, 3.5 nib
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- Rotring Isograph Technical Pens same as above
Model Making Tools Kit
- utility knife (a box cutter)
- “Xacto or similar knife” with #11 blade.
- # 11 blades 15, 40 or 100 pack
- Self healing rubber or plastic cutting mat – 12 x 18 or 18 x 24.
- Xacto Saw – Fine – Make sure it fits the miter box
- Xacto Miter Box (Need for second project)
- White All purpose (not school) Glue (Elmer's) for wood, paper, foam core etc (for porous products)
- 18” Stainless Steel Straight Edge with rubber or cork backing
- 6” stainless steel straight edge with rubber or cork backing
- 2 disposal paint brushes (small)
Additional Requirements
- Hard Bound Archival Sketchbook 5 1/2”x8”” no smaller. Smooth paper –aquabee, moleskin, canson
- 36" T square – for home drafting and model building
- compass with cutting/inking attachment
Home Work Area
- establish an area at home where you can draw and make models without being disturbed. If possible,do your best to equip this area with the following:
- 36” T-square or
- 36” Mayline parallel bar drawing board with a Vinyl “Borco” or similar covering.
- Work surface with at least one square edge- preferably on the side this could be a piece of plywood, a drawing board, a piece of masonite or a 3’ x 6’-8” hollow core masonite door This door could rest on file cabinets or sawhorses for use as working surfaces. A large sheet of chipboard or matt board to lay down over the surface for drawing.
- A Powerful computer and printer.
- A comfortable, adjustable office chair.
- Adjustable desk lamp.
Optional
- Hot Glue Gun for draft models, not for final presentation
- adjustable triangle (optional but needed for other classes)
Needed materials will be listed on each assignment no need to purchase now.
- 3 Sheets White foam core minimum 24”x36” ¼” 0r 3/8”
- ¼” or 3/8” Black Foam Core (need for third project) min 24 x 36 number depends on project
- white museum board (project 3) (1) 36 x 48 or (2) 24 x 36 or similar
- Chipboard
- Bass wood (final project) This will depend on your design
- Corrugated cardboard
I have included a list of local graphic supply and reprographics houses. These will become your lifelines during presentations. Visit them and become familiar with the equipment and supplies they carry, as well as their hours of operation. (closed stores will not be accepted as an excuse for late work) Always carry your Student ID and request a discount.
A Final Note: Students new to Architecture are often surprised by the high cost of supplies and equipment for this major. Most of the tools you purchase for this class will, if treated with care, last a lifetime, and are a one-time expense. Supplies will be an ongoing expense that must be budgeted for. Experience has shown that the amount spent for initial equipment and supplies by students varies widely, but generally ranges between $150 and $300. SHOP AROUND, or be prepared to see classmates with the same equipment for 1/2 the price.
Please let me know if you are having trouble purchasing these items. We have tools to loan and some materials as well if you are in need.
In person Art Stores that may be open during the pandemic:
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Graphaids |
28710 Canwood, Agora HIlls, CA 91301 |
818 575-9565 call for pick up. Culver City stores are open |
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Carter Sexton |
5308 Laurel Canyon, North Hollywood, CA 91607 |
818 763-5050 |
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Kit Kraft |
12109 Ventura Pl. Studio City |
(818) 984-0780 |
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SCI Arch Art Supply Store |
811 Traction Ave, Unit 1A |
213.687.0854 |
SCI Arch Art Supply Store |
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Architects Corner |
1324 S. Flower StLos Angeles, CA 90015 |
213.663.1400 |
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Dick Blick |
11531 Santa Monica Boulevard West Los Angeles, CA 90025 |
(310) 479-1416 |
Online only stores
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Jerry’s Artarama |
online |
800.827.8478 |
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Cheap Joes Art Stuff |
Online |
Model Making Equipment and Supplies
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Kit Kraft |
12109 Ventura Pl. Studio City |
(818) 984-0780 |
kitkraft.biz/ |
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The Roundhouse |
12804 Victory Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91606 |
(818)769-0403 |
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Gizmo's Hobby |
2010 W. Burbank Blvd. Burbank CA 91506 |
818-842-8200 |
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The Train Shack |
1030 N. Hollywood way, Burbank, CA 91505 |
(818) 842-3330 |
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Roark Graphic Supplies |
549 W 23rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90007 |
(213) 747-6100 |
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Reprographics
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Carpe Diem |
3820 Valley Blvd. Unit D Walnut, CA, 91789 |
909 598 7230 |
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A1 BUILDING PLANS |
North Hollywood, CA 91601 |
818-225-0578 |
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FORD GRAPHICS |
6920 Hayvenhurst Ave,Van Nuys, CA 91406 |
818-781-0513 |
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Kinkos |
21816 Victory Blvd,Woodland Hills, CA 91367 |
(818) 884-4465 |
Art and Architecture Bookstores
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Hennessey & Ingalls Art Books |
214 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90401 |
(310) 458-9074 |
www.hennesseyingalls.com |
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H & I Art BooksHollywood Store: |
Space 15 Twenty 1520 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Suite 8,L.A. CA 90028 |
(323) 466-1256 |
www.hennesseyingalls.com |
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Rizzoli Bookstore |
332 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 |
(310) 393-0101 |
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Arcana: Books on the Arts |
1229 Third Street Prom, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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310 - 458 1499 |
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Form Zero Architectural Books + Gallery |
811 Traction Ave, 1A
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Vidiots Videos |
302 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405 |
(310) 392-8508 |
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Libraries
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UCLA Arts Library |
UCLA Campus, Westwood 2250 Dickson Art Center (2nd Floor) |
general Info. (310) 825-3817 |
http://www.library.ucla.edu/libraries/arts/websites/wwwarch.htm Links to an external site. |
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Getty Research Institute |
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Cal State Northridge Library |
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Brand Library |
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Brand Library |
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SCIArch Library |
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USC Architecture Library |
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Cal Poly Pomona Architecture Library and Nuetra Archives
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USEFUL SITES
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National Organization of Minority Architects Links to an external site. |
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Architecture Week |
Los Angeles Forum Links to an external site.for Architecture and Urban Design |