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

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