Image Design with Digital Technology II
Course Description
Students do a focused study in their area of expertise or interest using CAD design software. Students will learn the same software that is used in accessory production but in this class it will be more in depth than in Image Design with Digital Technology I. Students are asked to build up industry level speed while developing their own textile and surface designs in repeat on the computer. Students will produce Portfolio quality work in their Focus Area.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
- Collect sources to be used as design inspiration
- Utilize appropriate terms and technology when creating accessory designs
- Utilize the internet for design research
- Develop skills in Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign
- Present work in a professional manner
- Perform techniques such as image and color manipulation, as well as surface design
- Create technical sketches that are readable and set to professional standards
- Develop designer habits, such as that of keeping a concept/sketch book
Resources
LIBRARY
FASHION DESIGN
FASHION MARKETING
INTERIOR DESIGN
Pantone Book – pantone color chips and color trends
Promostyl – twice a year ( Winter and Summer)
Donegar – twice a year
Tobe reports – weekly
CAUS – Color forecast for Fashion
WWD – daily (trends)
Collezioni – trends
www.fashiontrendsetter.com
trends, news
www.apparelnews.net
trade shows, fashion news, trend report
www.cottoninc.com
textile trend report, cotton information and promo
www.pantone.com
color forecasting reports and color information
www.fashion.net
links to other fashion sites & magazines
www.fashionwindows.com
trends, news, runway shows
www.infomat.com
trend reports, fashion services, business links, suppliers
www.londonfashionweek.co.uk
catwalk shows, trends
www.promostyl.com
trends, research for sale
www.style.com
linked with Vogue & W, fashion shows, trend reports
www.dailycandy.com
daily email on new fashion trends by city/nation
www.DNRNews.com
menswear fashion news
www.FashionInformation.com
trends, runway news, some free subscriptions
www.WWD.com
fashion news, general retail, news, subscription
www.fashiontribes.com
fashion trends, shopping
www.fashion-era.com
trend information, costume, fashion and social history
www.textileworld.com
latest fiber information
www.fabriclink.com
textile information, care guides
Photoshop Tutorials 1
Photoshop Tutorials 2
Making a Rainbow
Layers 1
Layers 2
Ads & Posters
Text Effects 1
Text Effects 2
Photo Effects / Retouching
Video Tutorials