If you’ve ever opened SketchUp, felt excited… then immediately overwhelmed — this is for you.
Confidently Build the SketchUp Models You've Always Imagined!
No more guesswork, no more scattered tutorials — just a step-by-step system that actually works.
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What If SketchUp Actually Clicked?
If you’re like most architects, designers, or builders, you’ve probably had this moment:
You open SketchUp, full of ideas — ready to bring your design to life…
But instead of making progress, you start hitting walls.
You’re clicking around, trying to remember how a tool works… your model gets messy… and before long, you’re frustrated, behind schedule, and wondering if this is all supposed to feel so hard.
DOES ANY OF THIS SOUND FAMILIAR?
- You’ve watched tons of YouTube tutorials… but still feel stuck when starting your own projects
- You can’t tell if you’re doing things the right way — and constantly second-guess your workflow
- You keep getting halfway through a model… then give up out of frustration
- You feel like SketchUp is powerful, but no one’s ever really explained how to use it properly
- You waste hours searching for answers that never fully solve your problem
- You’re tired of clicking around and hoping something works
I Was Stuck Too!
When I first opened SketchUp, I was working full-time as a construction estimator. I got a model from a designer one day, and instantly saw how much clearer it was than a 2D plan. I thought, “I need to learn how to do this.”
So I started trying.
I watched tutorials. I clicked around. I got excited… and then completely lost.
Nothing was in order. No one explained why things worked the way they did. I’d make a model, mess something up, and spend hours trying to fix it — or just start over.
It was frustrating. Slow. And honestly, it made me wonder if SketchUp just wasn’t for me.
Years later, after finally putting the pieces together, I realized:
It wasn’t that SketchUp was hard — it’s that no one had ever taught it clearly.
So I created the course I wish I had from day one:
A system built from real-world experience that finally makes SketchUp make sense — without the wasted time, confusion, or quitting halfway through.
Introducing...
The SketchUp Essentials Course!
Trusted by 1,500+ Students
That’s exactly why I created The SketchUp Essentials Course — a complete, step-by-step system designed to take the guesswork out of SketchUp.
Most tutorials give you scattered tips. This course gives you structure.
You’ll start with the fundamentals, then move into real-world workflows like modeling buildings, kitchens, site plans, and more — all organized in a way that builds your confidence lesson by lesson.
Here's how this course solves the problems you've been struggling with:
- Tired of scattered, incomplete tutorials? — Follow a step-by-step learning path from beginner to advanced. Most lessons are under 20 minutes — so you can make real progress without rearranging your life.
- Know what to do next — Each lesson builds on the one before it, so you’re never left guessing or jumping around.
- Model real projects, not just demo shapes — You’ll model real projects — buildings, kitchens, site plans, and more — so everything you learn is practical.
- Understand the why — This course teaches you how SketchUp actually works, not just which buttons to press — so you gain true confidence.
- Get support when you’re stuck — You get access to live group calls, a private community forum, and the ability to submit questions directly — so you’re never on your own.
- Finish what you start — You’ll learn how to take your models all the way through to professional 2D drawings in Layout — no more quitting halfway.
Everything is taught in plain language, with clear examples, and each section builds on the last.
You’ll always know what to do, why you're doing it, and how to apply it to your own projects.
It’s a clear, structured path designed to take you from confused and frustrated… to confident, fast, and in control.
Whether you’re brand new or have years of experience, this course gives you the clarity you’ve been missing — and the confidence to actually finish SketchUp models you’re proud of.
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✨ Imagine This…
You open SketchUp and know exactly what to do.
You’re no longer stuck guessing, fumbling with tools, or watching another “how-to” video in frustration. Instead, you’re confidently modeling your own real projects — fast.
Your designs look sharp. Your models are clean. You’re finally building things you’re proud to present to clients, share with your team, or bring to life in the real world.
No more stopping halfway. No more second-guessing. No more wondering if you’re “doing it wrong.”
Just clarity. Confidence. And real progress.
Because once SketchUp clicks, your creativity flows. You’re back to designing — not troubleshooting.
Clients will understand your ideas more clearly — and say “yes” faster.
With a smooth, structured workflow, you’ll get more done in less time — and with a lot less stress.
That means happier clients, more confidence in your process, and more time to focus on design instead of fixing mistakes.
Whether you’re using SketchUp to win work, build projects, or simply bring your ideas to life — this course gives you the skills and system to make it happen.
Students say things like:
SketchUp Doesn't Have to be Complicated!
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by SketchUp, you’re not alone — before the course most of our students felt that way too.
That’s exactly why this course is built to be clear, structured, and beginner-friendly from the very first lesson.
Each module builds on the last, so you always know what to learn next — without getting lost or stuck in the weeds.
And if you do run into a question?
You’ll always know where to go for help:
- Submit a question to get a personal response
- Ask in the private student forum
- Or bring it to the next live coaching call
Your Instructor
Hi - I'm Justin Geis!
I’m Justin Geis — the creator of The SketchUp Essentials.
With over 550,000 subscribers on YouTube and more than 1,500 students in my course, I’ve spent the last decade helping designers, builders, architects, and creatives master SketchUp.
I’ve taught at SketchUp Basecamp multiple times, been a featured speaker at the Brightman Designs Summit, and appeared on the SketchUp podcast to share my approach to teaching the software in a way that actually makes sense.
My mission is simple:
To give you the clarity, structure, and support I wish I had when I first started learning SketchUp.
Here's everything you get inside of the SketchUp Essentials Course:
The SketchUp Essentials Course (value - $997) - includes:
- The Fundamentals of SketchUp Training - Even if you’ve never opened SketchUp, you’ll learn the core tools in a beginner-friendly way that builds real-world skills fast.
- Step by Step Modeling in SketchUp Training - Follow a structured path that shows you exactly what to model, when, and how — so you’re never stuck wondering what to do next.
- The Layout Essentials Training - Learn to turn your 3D models into professional 2D drawings, plans, and documents — perfect for clients, permits, or construction.
Deep Dive Training - includes:
- The Cabinet Essentials (Deep Dive Training) (value - $297) - Learn to model detailed, customizable cabinets quickly and accurately using real-world workflows — perfect for kitchens, built-ins, and interiors!
- The Landscape Essentials (Deep Dive Training) (value - $297) - Learn how to model realistic terrain, create grading plans, and add planting and hardscape elements to bring your outdoor designs to life.
- The Fundamentals of Rendering (Deep Dive Training) (value - $297) - Learn the core principles of 3D rendering — so you can make your models look clean, professional, and presentation-ready in any rendering program.
Student Support - includes:
- Live Q&A Calls (value - $197) - Get help directly from Justin during bi-weekly coaching sessions. Ask questions, share your screen, and move forward with confidence.
- Private Community Forum Access (value - $97) - Ask questions, share your work, and connect with other students who are on the same journey. You’re never learning alone.
- Submit questions for review - Can’t attend live? No problem. You can submit questions anytime and get detailed answers.
Bonuses -
- Bonus Trainings (value $997) - Get access to full additional courses like SketchUp for Architecture, Twinmotion Essentials, and more — all included in your membership.
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Enroll in the course now and Get These FREE Bonuses!
Bonus #1 - The COMPLETE SketchUp Essentials for Architecture Course!
"My step by step course for creating architectural plans in Layout!"
Total Value: $497
Ever felt lost trying to turn a model into a real set of drawings?
This in-depth bonus training shows you exactly how to use SketchUp and Layout together to create clean, professional 2D drawings — without skipping steps or leaving you guessing.
Unlike most tutorials that gloss over the details, this course walks you through the full process of building a model and producing a complete drawing set from start to finish.
If you’ve been struggling to connect SketchUp to real documentation… this is the missing link.
You’ll learn how to create 11 different types of plans from your SketchUp models — from floor plans to sections, elevations, and details. You’ll also develop the skills to create any kind of drawing your projects require.
And if you’ve been struggling with site plans?
We’ve got you covered — there’s a dedicated module that walks you through how to build site documents directly inside Layout.
No more guesswork. Just clear, professional documentation — the way it should be.
This full-length Layout training was previously only available as a separate course — but when you join The SketchUp Essentials Course, you get it included for free.
It’s everything you need to take your models all the way through to polished drawings — with no missing steps, no “figure it out later,” and no extra cost.
Bonus #2 - The Twinmotion Essentials Course
"My complete guide to how to create 3D renderings of your models with Twinmotion!"
Total Value: $297
Once your model is built, the next step is making it look amazing — without spending hours learning complex rendering software.
In this bonus course, you’ll learn how to bring your SketchUp models into Twinmotion, a real-time rendering tool that helps you create stunning, photorealistic visuals quickly and easily.
You’ll discover how to add materials, lighting, and movement to make your designs feel alive — whether you’re presenting to a client, pitching a concept, or just want to see your work in a whole new light.
This course teaches you everything you need to know to start creating high-quality, realistic renderings using Twinmotion — even if you’ve never done it before.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand the Twinmotion interface
- Create realistic, high-quality materials
- Use lighting tools to set mood, time of day, and realism
- Build environments w/terrain tools and vegetation scattering
- Set up cameras and scenes that tell a visual story
- Export beautiful still images and animations from your model
You’ll follow along with two complete example projects, including a full interior rendering workflow.
You’ll learn how to:
- Import and prep your SketchUp model
- Set up clean, realistic materials
- Add context like landscaping and furniture
- Light your scenes for realism and mood
- Frame camera shots for storytelling
- Export and post-process for polished results
You’ll also get a step-by-step exterior rendering project, showing you how to create a fully rendered building exterior from start to finish.
You’ll learn how to:
- Set up materials for exterior surfaces
- Light the scene for natural, realistic results
- Add context models like trees, cars, and people
- Export high-quality rendered images
- Post-process your visuals for maximum impact
Get access to the ENTIRE Twinmotion Essentials COURSE for FREE with your subscription to The SketchUp Essentials Course!
Bonus #3 - 10 Steps to Better Renderings (In ANY Program) Training!
"The easy to follow process for amazing renderings in ANY rendering program"
Total Value: $197
Rendering can be overwhelming — especially when you're just starting out. Too many settings, unfamiliar terminology, and no clear path to follow.
That’s why I created this course: to break down the rendering process into 10 simple, easy-to-follow steps that work no matter what software you’re using.
Whether you're in Enscape, V-Ray, Lumion, or something else — this training gives you a repeatable framework to create beautiful, realistic visuals without the guesswork.
And yes — the full course is included free with your SketchUp Essentials membership.
You get access to this ENTIRE TRAINING for FREE with your subscription to The SketchUp Essentials Course!
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Monthly Access
- The SketchUp Essentials Course (value $997)
- LIVE Bi-Weekly Coaching Calls (value $197)
- The Cabinet Essentials (value $297)
- The Landscape and Garden Essentials (value $297)
- Intro to Photorealistic Rendering (value $197)
- Private Community Forum + Support (value $97)
- (FREE BONUS) The SketchUp Essentials for Architecture ($497 value)
- (FREE BONUS) The Twinmotion Essentials ($297 Value)
- (FREE BONUS) 10 Steps to Better Renders IN ANY PROGRAM Training ($197 Value)
Total Value: $3,073
Yours for only:
$99/month
Month to Month Access to the SketchUp Essentials Course
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Annual Access
- The SketchUp Essentials Course (value $997)
- LIVE Bi-Weekly Coaching Calls (value $197)
- The Cabinet Essentials (value $297)
- The Landscape and Garden Essentials (value $297)
- Intro to Photorealistic Rendering (value $197)
- Private Community Forum + Support (value $97)
- (FREE BONUS) The SketchUp Essentials for Architecture ($497 value)
- (FREE BONUS) The Twinmotion Essentials ($297 Value)
- (FREE BONUS) 10 Steps to Better Renders IN ANY PROGRAM Training ($197 Value)
Total Value: $3,073
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$49.50/month
(Save $600/Year - 1 Annual Payment of $594)
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BACKED BY OUR NO RISK GUARANTEE!
I want you to feel 100% confident when you enroll.
That’s why The SketchUp Essentials Course comes with a no-risk, 30-day money-back guarantee.
If you join the course and feel like it’s not the right fit, just reach out within 30 days and I’ll refund your purchase — no hassle, no hard feelings.
You’ve got nothing to lose… and your entire SketchUp workflow to gain.
Does it have what I need?
I designed this course to be the most comprehensive SketchUp Training on the internet. With over 14 hours of video tutorials, this course covers everything you need to know to become a SketchUp expert. This video shows EXACTLY what's included inside the course:
SketchUp 101 - The Fundamentals!
Lessons include:
- How to create 3D Shapes in SketchUp
- Organizing your model for quick, easy changes
- Add real-world materials and textures
- Add context with the 3D Warehouse - for FREE!
- Create styles and views to really make your model stand out
Advanced Modeling Methods
Lessons include:
- Modeling with Hidden and Visible Geometry
- Advanced Selection Strategies
- Speeding Up SketchUp Models
- Modeling for Polygon Counts
- Creating a model from floor plans
Modeling with Extensions in SketchUp
Lessons include:
- Downloading and Installing Extensions
- Organic Modeling with Curviloft
- Push/Pull curved surfaces with Joint Push Pull
- Real, moving animations with Animator
- Create a whole city with Placemaker
- Terrain from CAD files with Toposhaper
Location and Terrain Modeling Tutorials
Lessons include:
- Geolocation in SketchUp
- Editing Terrain with Sandbox Tools
- Working with Imported Terrain
- Quickly Creating Models with Photomatch
- Extensions for Location/Terrain Modeling
Step by Step Modeling in SketchUp
Lessons include:
- Creating a model from floor plans
- Doors and Windows
- Furnishings from the 3D Warehouse
- Adding materials to your models
- Cabinets and Casework
- Base and Trim
Creating Construction Documents in Layout!
Lessons include:
- Intro to Layout
- Adding annotations and notes to your documents
- Lineweights and Hatching
- Exporting reports and schedules
- Creating different kinds of 2D plans from your SketchUp models
- Exporting and Printing documents
and more! With over 11 blocks of instruction and over 60 videos, this course has the content to get you up and running quickly, but also the depth and detail to make sure nothing is skipped!
TOPIC DEEP DIVES
Once you've completed the fundamentals training, the course also offers deep dive trainings on various topics. These trainings are based on interest, so users can follow just the trainings that most closely align with their needs!
The Cabinet Essentials is a deep dive into modeling great looking cabinets in your SketchUp models! This training includes:
- Tips for quickly and easily adding boxes, laying out spaces, and adding realistic materials!
- Downloadable dynamic components for quickly creating cabinets
- A FULL Kitchen model - start to finish with example model for download - follow along step by step!
- Instructions for creating amazing cabinet/joinery plans in Layout!
- Click Here for More Info on the Cabinet Essentials!
The Fundamentals of Photorealistic Rendering is an overview training designed to teach you everything you need to start creating great looking renderings! Learn things like:
- How to select a rendering program - which one is best?
- Using materials to make your models look more realistic!
- Setting up lighting (both artificial and environment) and how it affects your model
- How to use your model's geometry to your advantage to make renderings look even more realistic!
The Landscape and Garden Essentials is an in-depth guide for creating landscape, garden, and civil models and plans in SketchUp and Layout! Learn things like:
- How to model grading in your models!
- How to set up your plants and plantings both for 3D views AND 2D documents in Layout
- Adding materials that really make your plans stand out!
- Creating great looking 2D documents from your 3D models in Layout!
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HOW DO I KNOW I WON'T GET STUCK?
Even with a clear course structure, sometimes you just need to talk to a real person.
That’s why this course includes multiple ways to get direct support — so you’re never stuck spinning your wheels or wondering if you’re doing it right.
Whether you're looking for quick clarification or help solving a tricky problem, you’ll always have somewhere to turn.
The SketchUp Essentials Course Live Calls
Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come from being able to ask a real question, in real time.
Our live SketchUp coaching calls are here to help you break through roadblocks, get unstuck, and move forward with confidence. Whether you’re troubleshooting a model, unsure about your workflow, or just want feedback — you’re covered.
On every call, you can:
- Ask questions about what’s tripping you up
- Get personalized feedback on your models
- Learn from what others are asking (even questions you didn’t know you had)
- Stay current with what’s new in SketchUp
Can’t make a call? No problem — just submit your question ahead of time and I’ll answer it live. You’ll get the full replay so you never miss a thing.
The SketchUp Essentials Course Community Forum
Trying to figure SketchUp out by yourself can feel frustrating and isolating. That’s why every member gets access to our private community forum — a place to ask questions, share wins, and get real help from people who actually understand what you’re going through.
Inside, you can:
- Post your work and get helpful, constructive feedback
- Ask for guidance when you’re stuck (without feeling embarrassed)
- See how others are solving problems you might be facing too
- Connect directly with me and other SketchUp learners from all over the world
Whether you need technical help, creative inspiration, or just a place to ask “Am I doing this right?” — this is where you’ll find it.
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You don’t need months to feel progress — many students start seeing real results in just the first few lessons!
Whether it’s modeling faster, finally finishing a project, or understanding how all the tools fit together, momentum builds quickly when you have the right system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have other questions not listed here?
Send me an email at Justin@theSketchUpEssentials.com.
DOES THIS COURSE REQUIRE SKETCHUP PRO?
Yes. A large portion of this course will be focused on working in Layout, which is only available with the Pro version of SketchUp. The free online version and the Ipad version are not taught in this course.
IS THE COURSE TAUGHT IN THE PC OR MAC VERSION OF SKETCHUP?
This course is taught in the PC version of SketchUp. There is supplemental material in the course for students that use Mac computers to understand the differences between the two, but most of the course material is on the PC.
WHEN DOES THE COURSE START AND FINISH?
The course is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish. You can binge all the content in a day (not recommended),
IS THERE A REFUND POLICY?
If you’re not satisfied with the course after 30 days, you can email us to request a full refund. Members who follow along with the program, go through all the materials and actively take part in their learning experience are delighted with the course, and more successful in growing their business.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS TO THE COURSE?
Your membership entitles you to enter the course area and access the content there released prior and during the duration of your membership. If you cancel or do not renew your membership you will no longer be able to access the content inside the Course.
WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED SUPPORT?
Once enrolled you’ll receive information from us on how best to contact us for questions about the coursework. You will also be able to submit and ask questions during the live bi-weekly office hours sessions, and through our private community forum. You can always contact me directly at Justin@theSketchUpEssentials.com as well - that's my actual email address :)
Here's everything you're going to get in "The SketchUp Essentials Course"!
Monthly Access
- The SketchUp Essentials Course (value $997)
- LIVE Bi-Weekly Coaching Calls (value $197)
- The Cabinet Essentials (value $297)
- The Landscape and Garden Essentials (value $297)
- Intro to Photorealistic Rendering (value $197)
- Private Community Forum + Support (value $97)
- (FREE BONUS) The SketchUp Essentials for Architecture ($497 value)
- (FREE BONUS) The Twinmotion Essentials ($297 Value)
- (FREE BONUS) 10 Steps to Better Renders IN ANY PROGRAM Training ($197 Value)
Total Value: $3,073
Yours for only:
$99/month
Month to Month Access to the SketchUp Essentials Course
30 Day Money-Back Guarantee!
*MOST POPULAR!*
Annual Access
- The SketchUp Essentials Course (value $997)
- LIVE Bi-Weekly Coaching Calls (value $197)
- The Cabinet Essentials (value $297)
- The Landscape and Garden Essentials (value $297)
- Intro to Photorealistic Rendering (value $197)
- Private Community Forum + Support (value $97)
- (FREE BONUS) The SketchUp Essentials for Architecture ($497 value)
- (FREE BONUS) The Twinmotion Essentials ($297 Value)
- (FREE BONUS) 10 Steps to Better Renders IN ANY PROGRAM Training ($197 Value)
Total Value: $3,073
Yours for only:
$49.50/month
(Save $600/Year - 1 Annual Payment of $594)
BEST VALUE! Save even more over a monthly membership!
30 Day Money-Back Guarantee!
The SketchUp Essentials Course comes with a no-risk, 30-day money-back guarantee.
If you join the course and feel like it’s not the right fit, just reach out within 30 days and I’ll refund your purchase — no hassle, no hard feelings.
You’ve got nothing to lose… and your entire SketchUp workflow to gain.
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