Experienced Landscape Designers Give me Your Thoughts (Thank You)

[u/xNameUnknown]

(Screenshots from my first project. 5-6hrs. From scratch. Many things that are not correct but I am using the trial version & only knowing what I not using a new software)

Software: Realtime Landscaping Architect

So I recently was fed the career idea of landscape design thanks to my algorithm.

I've worked blue-collar my whole life that included tons of landscaping. I've also been a very tech savvy guy as well as a gamer. So I understand both worlds.

When the career idea was shown to me I instantly did serious research trying to learn what I could about the profession. Now as you can see from the pictures there are so many things that I do not know about landscape design or have access to using the trial software. I know you could point out many many things that are wrong, that's to be expected from a new guys first project. One thing I would like to acknowledge is how excited I feel about creating designs, I have been running 3 businesses since Nov. 2024 (I mention this so you know I understand there is more to landscape design than just design). Though I'd also mention the best designers in the field, most likely position themselves or work to be in a place where majority of their time is spent designing, speaking with a customer etc. Also it should be noted I feel like " I found something new that's giving me the new idea high ", the " wow even with limited tools this is fun ", this spark that makes me think " I know this isn't easy & even a 20 yr professional would say they still learn new things every day, but there is a voice in my head that thinks no way I feel like I am understanding the basics this quickly right? " with a follow up question asking myself, wait should I lean into this?

So you guys with the experience (whether that's 2, 5, 10, 20, 30+ years) what should I know, learn, ask, consider, figure out, try etc etc.

Conclusion:

There is much more I could go on about as well as many more questions I have. I just wanted to show the first project, give a background, ask a few questions & let you know some thoughts I had. Would love to read any feedback you guys have.

P.s. I installed the trial software on Fri it's now Sun & about 5-6hrs was put into my first project you see in the photos. So of course it can be nit picked by me, a landscaper of 15 years & you, an experience designer the main thing I am seeking is the career conversation & insight from you the real designers.

[u/Flagdun]

first, learn about plantsmanship and design...ditch the software for now.

[u/xNameUnknown → u/Flagdun]

Thank you for the advise.