Adobe Photoshop for Fashion Short Course
Course description
Course overview
Digital design skills are increasingly important in the fashion industry, particularly in developing a fashion brand into a viable business and marketing it on social media.
Adobe Photoshop allows designers to visualise their design collections and communicate their creative vision effectively.
Taking place over a single weekend, the Adobe Photoshop for Fashion Short Course teaches students how to use Adobe Photoshop to edit and repeat their patterns and drawings. Students learn how to translate their drawings into production-ready prints and collections.
Students work on practical design briefs specifically targeted at developing digital literacy, starting with Photoshop foundation skills on day 1 and designing textiles and patterns on day 2.
Each student will have access to their own computer at London College of Fashion and receive step-by-step guidance to build their confidence. With support from the tutor, students develop strong digital skills that can translate to other design areas beyond fashion.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at those with a passion for fashion, illustration or textile design. Students should want to learn the digital skills needed to translate their paper ideas into a digital format.
The course would be an excellent fit for individuals who dream of working in the fashion industry as designers or want to start their own creative ranges and learn how to get their creative skills ready for industry.
Students must have basic computer skills but do not need to have previous experience of Adobe Photoshop.
Key information
Topics covered
- Digital design foundation skills
- Digital design development and textile design
- Commercial portfolio development
- Fashion design
- Brand development and range visualisation
Learning outcomes
- Use digital software to translate and develop designs from paper to digital
- Create a digital fashion range
- Create a repeat pattern from an original illustration
- Understand how the fashion industry uses software to develop and communicate their ranges
- Understand how to compile an industry portfolio
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Notebook and pen
- USB stick or equivalent cloud storage login to save your work
- Any portable paints and brushes you like to use
- Some of your favourite drawings for us to scan in and develop as designs
Tutor
René de Lange
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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