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University of Hawaii at Manoa School of Architecture Lectures Spring 2010 Francis D.K. Ching Seeing Thinking Drawing 6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday, April 21, 2010 School of Architecture Auditorium University of Hawaii at Manoa Frank (Francis D.K.) Ching is Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington, having recently retired after over 35 years of teaching. Born and raised in Honolulu, he is the bestselling author of numerous books on architecture and design, all published by John Wiley & Sons. His works have been translated into over sixteen languages and are regarded as classics for their renowned graphic presentations. Awards that Professor Ching has received include the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Design from The Nottingham Trent University; a Citation for Excellence in International Architecture Book Publishing; an AIA Institute Honor for Collaborative Achievement; and a National Design Award from the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum. Frank Ching will present his perspective on the relationship between traditional and emerging digital methods of drawing and design. In particular, he will address the continuing relevance of freehand drawing for designers and architects.

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  • University of Hawaii at Manoa

    School of Architecture Lectures

    Spring 2010

    Francis D.K. Ching Seeing Thinking Drawing

    6:00-7:30 PM, Wednesday, April 21, 2010 School of Architecture Auditorium University of Hawaii at Manoa

    Frank (Francis D.K.) Ching is Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington, having recently retired after over 35 years of teaching. Born and raised in Honolulu, he is the bestselling author of numerous books on architecture and design, all published by John Wiley & Sons. His works have been translated into over sixteen languages and are regarded as classics for their renowned graphic presentations. Awards that Professor Ching has received include the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Design from The Nottingham Trent University; a Citation for Excellence in International Architecture Book Publishing; an AIA Institute Honor for Collaborative Achievement; and a National Design Award from the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum. Frank Ching will present his perspective on the relationship between traditional and emerging digital methods of drawing and design. In particular, he will address the continuing relevance of freehand drawing for designers and architects.