SketchUp

SketchUp Training:
Fast Track Silver

Beginner + Intermediate Levels

Gain complete 3D modelling and visualisation skills in this three-day SketchUp course. Learn precise modelling, lighting, materials, and photorealistic rendering with V-Ray. Create professional 3D designs and stunning visualisations for architecture and design projects.

SketchUp Training: Fast Track Silver

Course Overview

This comprehensive training is ideal for aspiring architects, interior designers, 3D artists, and hobbyists who want to gain a complete, hands-on understanding of SketchUp and V-Ray. Over three days, you’ll learn the fundamentals of SketchUp — navigating the interface, drawing, editing, managing reusable content, applying materials, and creating scenes — before moving on to photorealistic rendering using V-Ray.

You’ll explore advanced lighting techniques, realistic materials, and rendering workflows that bring your models to life. Practical exercises, real-world projects, and personalised instructor support ensure you gain the confidence to tackle complex designs.

Sessions can be attended either in person at our London studios or online, providing flexible options to fit your schedule. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with a complete toolkit for creating detailed 3D models and producing professional-quality visualisations that impress clients.

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Dates

Next course starts on:16 Nov 2026
This course runs across two levels. Start dates for each level are listed below.

Beginner Level

2 consecutive days
16 Nov 2026

Intermediate Level

1 consecutive days
18 Nov 2026
If the training dates listed here don't suit your schedule, let us know and we can arrange a tailored training bundle for you where we can customise both the content and the dates of the courses. To find more about our Tailored Training courses,click here.

Outline

Here is what you will learn in the SketchUp Training: Fast Track Silver in more detail. Click the topics below to explore what is covered in each section.

Testimonials

Hear directly from professionals and teams who’ve trained with us, sharing their experiences and the impact our training has had on their creative journeys.

Very practical beginner course

This SketchUp course was very hands-on and easy to follow. Covering essential tools, basic modelling, materials, and simple scenes, it gave me the confidence to start my own small projects straight away.

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Naomi GrantArchitectural Student

Clear introduction to 3D modelling

The Beginner SketchUp course provided a clear introduction to 3D modelling. I learned how to create objects, apply materials, and set up simple scenes. The exercises reinforced the lessons well and made learning enjoyable.

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Julian Fairfax3D Visualiser

All the key tools for beginners

This course introduced me to all the key tools in SketchUp for beginners. I learned navigation, modelling, grouping, and materials. The hands-on exercises were very helpful in building my confidence with the software.

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Daisy BakerInterior Designer

Clear and structured beginner course

I found the Beginner SketchUp course clear and structured. I learned the basics of modelling, materials, and scene creation, and the practical exercises helped me apply these skills to small projects.

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Nathan HarrisArchitectural Assistant

Solid foundation in SketchUp

This course gave me a solid foundation in SketchUp. I now understand navigation, object creation, and applying materials, and I can create simple scenes. It's a practical, approachable course for beginners.

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Freya Edwards3D Designer

Fundamentals I needed to get started

The Beginner SketchUp course taught me the fundamentals I needed to get started. I learned modelling, materials, basic lighting, and scene setup. The exercises were engaging and reinforced my learning effectively.

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Owen ClarkeArchitectural Student

Practical introduction to SketchUp

This course was a practical introduction to SketchUp. I learned basic modelling, navigation, materials, and grouping techniques. The hands-on exercises gave me confidence to start creating simple 3D models on my own.

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Yasmin ChowdhuryInterior Design Graduate

Great step-by-step guidance

I appreciated how the course guided me step-by-step through beginner SketchUp skills. It covered modelling, materials, and simple scene creation. The exercises were realistic and helped me apply the concepts in practice.

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Jack Turner3D Visualiser

Easy-to-follow introduction to 3D modelling

The Beginner SketchUp course provided an easy-to-follow introduction to 3D modelling. I learned how to create and manipulate objects, use materials, and arrange simple scenes. It's a practical course for anyone starting with SketchUp.

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Andrew KnightArchitectural Assistant

Solid understanding of fundamentals

I gained a solid understanding of SketchUp fundamentals through this course. It covered navigation, essential modelling tools, and basic scene creation. The hands-on exercises were practical and helped me consolidate my new skills.

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Arthur HarrisInterior Designer

Clear and well-structured course

This Beginner SketchUp course was clear and well-structured. I learned how to model basic structures, apply materials, and use simple lighting techniques. The exercises gave me the confidence to create small 3D projects for practice or portfolio use.

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Edward Harrington3D Designer

All the core tools I needed

The course introduced all the core SketchUp tools I needed as a beginner. I learned navigation, modelling, applying materials, and creating simple scenes. The step-by-step exercises were very practical and made learning enjoyable.

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Maria FernandesArchitectural Visualiser

Very approachable beginner course

I found the Beginner SketchUp course very approachable. It covered essential tools and workflows, including object creation, grouping, and materials. By following the exercises, I was able to create simple models and understand basic scene setup effectively.

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Jennifer HughesInterior Design Student

Clear and structured SketchUp basics

This course guided me through the basics of SketchUp in a clear and structured way. I learned how to create and edit objects, apply materials, and set up basic scenes. The hands-on exercises helped me retain the skills and gave me confidence to tackle small design projects.

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Oliver GrantArchitectural Assistant

Excellent introduction to 3D design

The Beginner SketchUp course was an excellent introduction to 3D design. I learned how to navigate the interface, use essential tools, and create simple models. The exercises were practical, helping me apply my new skills to real projects. It's a great starting point for anyone new to SketchUp.

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Hannah Williams3D Visualiser

Concise introduction to V-Ray rendering

The course provided a concise introduction to V-Ray rendering in SketchUp. I learned to create realistic lighting, apply materials, and optimise scenes. By the end, I felt much more confident producing professional-quality images.

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Yvette MensahArchitectural Assistant

Useful for high-quality renders

I found this course very useful for producing high-quality renders. It covered V-Ray workflows, lighting, materials, and scene setup. The exercises were excellent for immediate application.

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Aaliyah Begum3D Visualiser

Practical and focused V-Ray course

The One-Day V-Ray course was practical and focused. I learned realistic texturing, lighting, and scene optimisation. The hands-on exercises made it easy to understand and apply the skills.

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Lewis CooperInterior Design Graduate

Concise and highly informative

This intermediate course was concise and highly informative. I learned to apply materials, adjust lighting, and optimise scenes for rendering. The exercises reinforced the lessons effectively.

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Jen Scott3D Designer

Practical approach to V-Ray rendering

I enjoyed the course for its practical approach. It focused on V-Ray rendering, covering materials, lighting, and scene setup. By the end, I could create realistic renders with confidence.

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Pawel MazurArchitectural Assistant

Very practical V-Ray essentials

The course was very practical, covering V-Ray rendering essentials in SketchUp. I now feel confident producing realistic lighting, applying textures, and generating high-quality renders for projects.

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Elif KayaInterior Designer

Practical insight into V-Ray rendering

This course provided practical insight into rendering with V-Ray. I learned how to adjust lighting, materials, and shadows to create realistic images. The focused, hands-on format worked really well.

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Bethany ColeArchitectural Assistant

Compact but highly effective

The One-Day Intermediate course was compact but highly effective. I learned key V-Ray workflows, including materials, lighting, and scene composition. The exercises reinforced my understanding perfectly.

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Matilda Hayes3D Visualiser

Solid introduction to V-Ray

This course gave me a solid introduction to V-Ray in SketchUp. I learned to manage lighting, apply realistic materials, and optimise renders efficiently. The practical exercises were very helpful.

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Sarah WainwrightArchitectural Assistant

Focused one-day course with clear V-Ray workflows

I really enjoyed this focused one-day course. The instructor explained V-Ray workflows clearly, and the practical exercises helped me create realistic renders from my SketchUp models.

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Edward ClarkInterior Design Graduate

Improved my models with realistic lighting

The intermediate SketchUp + V-Ray course helped me improve my models by adding realistic lighting and textures. The hands-on approach made it easy to follow, and I can now produce polished renders quickly.

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Tobias Hammond3D Designer

Very useful V-Ray course

I found the One-Day V-Ray course very useful. It covered rendering setups, realistic materials, and lighting adjustments. The exercises allowed me to apply everything immediately, giving me confidence in producing quality renders.

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Rajiv PatelArchitectural Assistant

Efficient introduction to V-Ray rendering

This concise course introduced me to V-Ray rendering in SketchUp efficiently. I now understand lighting, materials, and scene composition better, and I came away with skills I can use straight away on projects.

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Sanjay VermaInterior Designer

Very practical V-Ray course

The One-Day Intermediate SketchUp course with V-Ray was very practical. I learned how to set up scenes, apply materials, and adjust lighting for realistic renders. The hands-on exercises were clear and helped me immediately apply the techniques.

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Sarah Phillips3D Visualiser

Meet Your Instructor

Ricardo De Jesus

Ricardo De Jesus

Ricardo's skills are so diverse that it would be impossible to list them all. He is an extremely talented architect and CAD technician, as well as one of the very first Autodesk Certified Instructors in the UK. And all round CAD wiz!

Clients

As well as creative individuals, we are also the preferred training provider for some of the most successful global brands and organisations.

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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
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Accenture
Amazon
American Express
Apple
Army
Arsenal FC
BBC
Bentley
Boeing
Cabinet Office
Canary Wharf Group
Chanel
Chelsea
Cisco
Costa
Currys
Deloitte
Disney
DK
Dyson
Excel
F1
Figma
Financial Times
Food Standards Agency
Fujifilm
Global
Google
GOV.UK
Harrods
Heathrow
HSBC
IBM
Itsu
ITV
Jaguar
JCDecaux
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free
John Lewis
Just Eat Takeaway
Lush
Macmillan Cancer Support
Mercedes
Metropolitan Police
Microsoft
Ministry of Defence
NATO OTAN
NHS
Nokia
Pandora
Penguin Random House
Pfizer
PlayStation
Porsche
Post Office
Red Bull
Royal Air Force
Savills
Sky
SMG
Sony
Specsavers
Tate
The Independent
The Times
Ticketmaster
TikTok
Turner
UK Parliament
Vevo
Wetherspoon
Wex
Wickes
Wise
World Duty Free

FAQs

Just a few of the common questions asked by our students.

  • No, the Beginner course is designed for individuals with no prior experience. It covers the fundamentals of SketchUp, guiding you through the basics of 3D modelling and navigation.

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Docklands Media’s SketchUp Fast Track Silver course is an intensive training programme designed for those who want to build strong, practical SketchUp skills in a short amount of time. Combining beginner and intermediate-level content, this course is ideal for individuals who want to move beyond the basics and gain confidence creating accurate, professional 3D models for real-world projects.

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