Pictures to blueprints

I'm a hobbyist model builder, and I'm starting my first, homemade model. It's going to be a miniature of Wimbeldon's famed centre court. While, the object is not to make an exact miniature version of the real thing, I would like to make it as accurate as possible.

That said, I need to create a sketch (see examples @ http://www.newolympia.blogspot.com) based on real pictures of the stadium. Is there a way to do this using Illustrator? I've tried the various trace options, but nothing even comes close to accomplishing this. Please note, that I hampered by my inability to draw freehand and my lack of experience with CAD programs.

Thanks in advance for your help.

Welcome to TalkGraphics

Your post was placed in moderation because of your link.

Looking at your link I can see it is an example of what you are trying to do.

I am not an Illustrator user but you might look at Sketchup. http://www.sketchup.com/download It is a free/paid CADD application that could help you produce similar drawings.

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Originally Posted by gwpriester

Welcome to TalkGraphics

Your post was placed in moderation because of your link.

Looking at your link I can see it is an example of what you are trying to do.

I am not an Illustrator user but you might look at Sketchup. http://www.sketchup.com/download It is a free/paid CADD application that could help you produce similar drawings.

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Gary - Thanks so much. I just downloaded it. I really appreciate your help.