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Short course

Future Creatives Fashion Workshop for 11 to 17 Year Olds

Design, make, and style your own sustainable garments. Learn the whole process! Classes for fashion lovers aged 11 to 17 across the UK.

Next start months
August 2025
Tutor(s)
René de Lange
Price
From £160.00

Course description

Course overview

Our Future Creatives Fashion Workshops have been designed to introduce teenagers and young students to the world of fashion and the fashion industry. In this workshop, for 11 to 17 year olds, we will be looking at the process of developing a fashion brand, from concept to illustration to shape development and styling, with an emphasis on recycling and sustainability.

Each Workshop will look at a different aspect of the industry, drawing on UAL's unrivalled experience and expertise. Designed to benefit not only those with a keen interest in fashion, our workshops are wide-ranging and inspirational, touching on different techniques. Practical work will be backed up with contextual studies looking at the history of fashion, its leading practitioners and its place in the modern world.

Future Creatives classes provide a supportive environment in which students can explore their creativity, develop their work and build their confidence, all while making new friends. At completion, students will receive a certificate to recognise the skills and techniques they've tried out during the classes.

How to book:

1. Select your location and date of choice and click add to basket below.

2. Follows the steps to create and account.

3. If you are an adult booking a place on this course for a child or teenager, you will need two email addresses to complete this booking - one for your booking confirmation email and one for the student's booking confirmation. In the case that your child does not have an email address, please create their account with an alternative email address to your own, that you have access to.

4. Check out and pay! To secure your child's place on a Future Creatives course we strongly encourage early bookings to avoid disappointment. We appreciate planning ahead can be difficult, but this will ensure classes can take place.


Who this course is for

This course is suitable for kids aged 11 to 17 with an interest in fashion.

Key information

Topics covered

  • Basic drawing skills
  • Fashion illustration techniques
  • Mannequin draping and design techniques
  • Fashion brand development
  • Range building

Learning outcomes

  • Become confident using different materials and knowing how to develop a personal drawing style
  • Learn a broad range of fashion illustration techniques to represent different types of fashion ranges
  • Develop a good understanding of how to use creative draping on the mannequin to inform the design process
  • Learn to work collaboratively with other designers to get inspired and share ideas
  • Acquire a knowledge of techniques to build your own fashion brand, from sketching to mood board and range building
  • Received personal feedback on your project from the tutor
  • Gain a valuable insight into the fashion design profession, and how to become a successful designer
  • Receive a digital badge and certificate of attendance
  • Develop an open-minded approach to art and design
  • Experience art school teaching

For practical information about our kids and teens courses, take a look at our kids and teens information hub. This includes details of our policies on safeguarding, food allergies, learning requirements and online study.

Materials

If possible please bring a camera or camera phone to record the process of making work, and the outcomes.

Everything needed to complete the course is provided, but please feel free to bring any current sketchbooks or materials you enjoy using.

Tutor

René de Lange

René de Lange's journey as a creative force began in her childhood, surrounded by the vibrant colours and natural beauty of South Africa. From drawing on her mother’s walls to immersing herself in collage, painting, and depicting African wildlife, René’s passion for art was undeniable. These early explorations laid the foundation for her distinctive design approach—bold, imaginative, and deeply rooted in storytelling.

After completing her MA in Fashion printed Textiles at the prestigious Royal College of Art, René carved out a successful career as a Print Designer, collaborating with renowned brands such as Ted Baker, Marks & Spencer, Debenhams, and Age of Reason. Her designs have graced luxury collections and been featured in Elle Decoration, reflecting her ability to fuse artistic creativity with commercial appeal. Always starting with hand drawn illustrations, René’s process is a celebration of craftsmanship, capturing the essence of timeless, statement making prints.

René’s creative ambitions extend beyond fashion, with the launch of her own creative brand and active participation in Artists’ Open Houses and community projects. Through these ventures, she continues to inspire and connect with others, bringing her vibrant designs into everyday life.

As a Fashion Lecturer, René blends her extensive industry experience with a dynamic teaching style that encourages students to embrace their individuality. She is passionate about nurturing the next generation of designers, equipping them with the skills and confidence to thrive in the competitive world of fashion. Guided by the ethos of Central Saint Martins, René celebrates exploration and innovation, empowering students to create portfolios that stand out and embody their unique visions.

Deeply committed to sustainability and meaningful design, René believes in fashion as both an art form and a platform for expression. Her work and teaching reflect a shared goal: to inspire creativity that is as impactful as it is beautiful.

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