Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NYSD-0003
Organization's ID:
FAD 102
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
60 hours (12 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Fashion Illustration
Description

Objective:

The objective of this course is to advance students' skills in the art of hand-drawn fashion illustration. Students will learn the fundamentals of drawing by developing an awareness of mini collections, creating the "Fashion Figure" and croquis in various garments, and rendering prints and fabric drape to refine their unique illustration style. Additionally, students will draw fashion flats and apply them to apparel production. Through in-depth research of brands, inspirations, and market trends, students will design mini capsule collections, incorporating all components learned throughout the course.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Illustrate fabrics, prints, and textures through various rendering techniques.
  • Conceptualize and design mini collections informed by market research and trend analysis.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of brand identity and visually communicate it through fashion illustration.
  • Create dynamic fashion figures using fundamental drawing techniques and accurate proportions.

General Topics:

  • Basics of the Fashion Figure
  • Conveying Designs
  • Proportion of the Fashion Figure
  • Clothing
  • Rendering Fabrics
  • Rendering Details
  • Layout
  • Flats
  • Drawing details of clothing elements and accessories
  • Life Model Drawing
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Student Projects and Presentation

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials

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