Course Description:

This beginner-level course introduces students  to the exciting world of fashion through focused drawing, design development, and creative exploration. The course teaches students how to draw fashion figures, sketch garments, use color and texture effectively, and understand basic fabric choices. With an emphasis on fashion illustration and outfit design, students will develop their personal style and bring their ideas to life on paper.

Perfect for  teens who love fashion, art, and expressing themselves through design!

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of fashion design and creative thinking

• Draw proportionate fashion figures and garment silhouettes

• Use color, texture, and detail to enhance fashion sketches

• Identify common fabric types and their design uses

• Create and present a complete outfit design with confidence

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Fashion Design 

• What is Fashion Design?

• Elements of Design: Line, Shape, Color, Texture

• Fashion Categories

• Drawing Fabric Design and learning about shading

Module 2: Drawing the Fashion Figure

• Understanding the Fashion Figure

• Step-by-Step Figure Drawing Practice

• Creating Movement and Pose Variations

Module 3: Outfit Design & Illustration Techniques

• Designing Basic Garments

• Adding Details

• Using Color, Patterns, and Texture for Visual Impact

• Creating Complete Outfit Combinations

Module 4: Fabric Knowledge & Application

• Introduction to Fabric Types and Their Properties

• Understanding Fabric

• Matching Fabric Types to Clothing Designs

Module 5: Final Look 

• Finalizing Sketches with Clean Lines, Color, and Fabric Reference

• Creating a Simple Lookbook Layout

Module 6: Presentation

• Presenting Final Designs to the Class with Peer Feedback