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Street Fashion for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course

Course description

Street Fashion and Streetwear, have become part of our global lexicon of style. With authentic origins in subculture, the street is where established and emerging designers and brands can find their creative voice. Rebellion, youth and D.I.Y attitude define street culture and street fashion. This course will introduce you to London street fashion as a source for inspiration and design.

The course will introduce students to basic techniques and approaches to the development and visualisation of design ideas for fashion including: research, concept building, illustration, 2D to 3D translation, hand making, customization, upcycling, textiles, image making and styling. Students will complete daily tasks, building a body of work that can contribute to portfolio building and preparation for further study. They will learn about fundamental techniques for Fashion design and methodologies used within industry, further and higher education.

Advice will be provided on application processes, portfolios and further study options at FE and HE level. The course is co-taught by visiting designers, fashion practitioners, working independently or with international brands, and graduates from Central Saint Martins.

Who should attend this course?

This course is for students aged 11 to 15 years old.

Level: Beginners

Clear, easy to understand lessons:

  • Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
  • New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that’s crystal clear and easy to understand.

Experience life on campus

  • Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
  • Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
  • Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need
  • Ask questions of your tutor in real time
  • Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
  • Experience the many sights of London on your down time

Digital credentials (certificate of completion and digital badge):

  • You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it.
  • Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course.
  • We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience.
  • Certificates and digital badges are a great way to enhance your CV, celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.

Useful information:

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 and learning requirements.

Available dates

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Details

Topics covered:

  • The course is project based and will guide you through the design process to three- dimensional customisation, deconstruction and reinvention, using vintage, recycled clothes and materials.
  • Research methodologies and sketchbook techniques for fashion
  • Advice will be given on portfolio preparation for further study at Foundation and degree level.
  • Group and peer critiques
  • Styling and presentation
  • The course does not include patternmaking or machine sewing. However, students will be encouraged to experiment with hand-sewing, studding and simple embellishment techniques

Materials

Onsite Short Course 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.

Online Short Course Materials Needed for this course:

A4 and A3 paper (loose sheets)A4 or A3 printerPost-it notesVariety of pencils (colour and graphite)Variety of pens (black fine liner and colours)Scotch tapeMasking tapeDouble-sided tape (5mm wide)Pritt stickScissorsScalpel or Stanley knife30cm/12in metal rulerGeometry set square rulerDrawing CompassOther preferred but not essential materials; Variety of papers, card, foam board, mount board, Super glue (30sec).To take part in the Online sessions you will need:An up-to-date web browser (we recommend Chrome)Microphone and headphones (a headset with a microphone function is recommended. The built-in microphone in your device would also be fine).WebcamStrong Internet connection - we recommend a minimum of 2 Mbps download, and 1 Mbps upload, faster if possible. You can test your network speed here - https://www.speedtest.net


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London is the 'street fashion' capital of the world. Many international fashion designers look to London as a source of inspiration and ideas. It is a rich cultural melting-pot that has provided a unique background to some of fashion's most famous trends.

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