Certificate programs in Vancouver

SEEING THE FIGURE AS FAMILIAR SHAPES/PROPORTION Breaking the figure down into simple shapes Learning about gesture drawing and proportion Fleshing out the figure Illustrating elements such as, faces, hands and feet Exaggerating the figure and creating stylization drawings Students will learn how to render the figure in color and apply a light source (shadow). Skin tones and hair rendering will be studied and executed in both realism and stylization.

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK INTRO TO FASHION MARKETING & INDUSTRY Define the terminology common to the fashion industry.

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK INTRODUCTION TO GERBER Understand Gerber AccuMark sequence of operations.

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK INDUSTRY INTRODUCTION Introduction to the various roles in the fashion industry.

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK INTRODUCTION Understanding couture applique and principles.

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK INTRODUCTION TO PATTERN MAKING Introduction to flat pattern-making methods and concepts Drafting basic pattern blocks – front and back bodice, waistbands, hems Creating dart manipulations Understanding components of a garment – fly zipper, kick pleats, vents, pockets Terminology of garment and pattern parts Pattern marking, labeling, and pattern sequence FIT AND MEASUREMENT Learn how to take personal measurements Go...

TERM: 14 WEEKS X 20/HRS = 280 HOURS WEEKLY: LECTURE 8 HRS/WEEK. LAB 12 HRS/WEEK PERFORMANCE TEXTILES, FIT & FEATURES Identify and work with specific manufacturing equipment Define the terminology common to the technical outerwear / active wear industry Identify performance textiles, fit and features Review leading products for performance design features Understand anatomic fit, and sport-specific movement Draft active wear block (top and bottom) Cut and sew fabric; correct muslin BASE...