Introduction To Fashion Design - Level 1
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Duration
8 Weeks
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Start date
Different dates available
Have you ever wondered what a fashion designer actually does, whether it is the right career for you, or how designers come up with a fresh collection every season? This introductory course was specifically designed with the beginner in mind. It will guide you through the fashion design process...
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Subjects
- Design
- Drawing
- Project
- Industry
- Development
- Diagnostics
- Figure Drawing
- Design briefing
- Sketchbook development
- Preliminary design
Course programme
Have you ever wondered what a fashion designer actually does, whether it is the right career for you, or how designers come up with a fresh collection every season? This introductory course was specifically designed with the beginner in mind. It will guide you through the fashion design process. You will work from a set brief through an extensive research process to generate and develop ideas for fashion.
By the end of this course you will have developed a good understanding of the design process for fashion. You will have the tools necessary to communicate your ideas and to begin developing a portfolio for application for further study in fashion. It will give you a clearer idea of whether the work of a fashion designer, or some other role in this diverse and vibrant industry, is for you.
Both Menswear & Womenswear are covered.
Topics covered:
- design briefing (setting up a project)
- new research methods for designers
- colour palette and texture sourcing workshop
- figure drawing workshop
- multiple design exercises (collage-detail placement-negative)
- preliminary design development workshop
- sketchbook development
- runway review (deconstructing a designers collection)
- individual advice, diagnostics and portfolio review (next steps in fashion)
- guidance on developing a personal design ‘language’
Who should take this course?
- absolute beginners
- business start-ups
- experienced students looking to refresh their design practice.
Entry requirements: None
Level: Beginners - Intermediate
Follow-up course: Introduction to Fashion Design - Level 2
Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older
Introduction To Fashion Design - Level 1