This program contains ALL the courses in the basic program and extra’s such as:
FASHION DESIGN
The fashion design course teaches the students topics on the Introduction to fashion and Design; Fashion Industry and its careers, History of Arts and Costumes, colour theory, fashion business, fabric for fashion, etc and Practical courses such as fashion illustration, technical drawing, Fashion sketching and presentations.The exercises and assignments are designed for the production of 12 garments, a full ready to wear range for women comprising of a skirt, shirt, trousers, dress, stretch dress, jeans wear, African native attire etc , as well as trousers, shirt and t-shirt for men. All garments are conceptualized with original design ideas, essential to creating a unique signature style. The course contains assignments at the end of each topic. Students are also taught the use of the manual and industrial sewing machines.
FASHION SKETCHING & ILLUSTRATIONS
Fashion Illustration is the art of communicating fashion ideas in a visual form that originates with illustration, drawing and painting and also known as Fashion sketching. In illustrations, the designer should sketch the clothes boldly. Since the purpose of a fashion drawing is to showcase your design ideas, use a bolder hand when you’re drawing the clothing. Sketch the clothes so that they appear to hang on the mannequin in a realistic way.
TEXTILE THEORY
The textile theory course introduces the learners to all fabric charts according to different garment styles. Fifty fabric swatches of all basic materials are attached. All raw materials, natural and synthetic fabrics are covered. Instructions in proper labeling of garments are also included in the syllabus. The course finishes with a silk and nylon assignments.
COLOUR THEORY
In the visual arts, colour theory is a body of practical guidance to colour mixing and the visual effects of a specific colour combination. There are also definitions (or categories) of colours based on the color wheel: primary colour, secondary colour and tertiary colour. The practical design use of the colour wheel, colour psychology and colour schemes are taught.
COSTUME HISTORY
The Costume history course presents the classic study of western garments. The students follow the evolution of costume starting with origin of clothing from ancient to modern times, covering the most powerful states of each history period such as Egypt, Greece, Rome, France, England etc. Each chapter in history is accompanied by series of visuals. Detailed notes clearly state the particulars of women’s and men’s clothes. The designers have to research and complete a number of history assignments.
GARMENT CONSTRUCTION
The garment construction course teaches all sewing techniques for all kinds of garments and textiles. In depth step by step guide is provided for completing each garment. The course includes fifty samples of all basic sewing techniques, which are invaluable reference for the proper finishing of any outfit.