FAS 381Fashion Illustration

This course develops the art of communicating fashion ideas in a visual form through specific illustration techniques. Students will develop their self-expression through croquis drawing of the human figure, posture as well as the study of real and distorted proportions of body features. Assignments consist of using multiple media and drawing techniques, representing apparel design details and illustrating textile movement. The course focuses on Flat Drawing and Rendering Techniques to develop design capacities and accurately represent the intricate garment details essential for technical Spec-Sheets. After the midterm, students explore various approaches to Silhouette Conception, Silhouette Distortion and Color Application aiming at developing individual styles of expression and representation of the clothed human figure. Prerequisite FAS236 Passing Grade [C-] [ 1-4, 3Cr.]