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• Sketches (quantity 60-70) • Painted designs (quantity 45-50) • Size: standard 12.5 x 12.5 inches (can vary after mini thesis) • Design Repeat options: Repeatable and non-repeatable • Colored Design Development: Manual or CAD

Course Synopsis

• This course explores the tactile and visual elements of materials creating surface pattern and texture on flat artwork for application in interior design, fashion and as installations. • The course aims to provide students with the opportunity to visualize interpret and draw their ideas which they develop in reflection of research. The major project must include/follow the following points: • May include one or more related items with the selected focus area • Must be individually produced by the candidate • Must be certified on the appropriate form by the Board of Studies as candidate’s original work • Must be completed by the student and supervising teacher as the student’s own work. • Must include supporting documentation • Theme/topic selection • Brain storming • Research and survey • Sketches and design development • Tracing • Technical drawings according to the selected techniques • Colour options and palette • Coloured design rendering with different techniques • Experiment with techniques, layouts and repeat styles • Design development (paper work) leading towards mini thesis and major thesis. • Large-scale layouts, research sources and current trending information are used to create original designs for the market.

Course Learning Outcomes

• Students explore the process of textile design and its relationship to the function of the finished product. • Students examine the fashion forecasting process, with an emphasis on textile development and color trends in the global and domestic markets. • A line of textile print concepts is developed based on research of markets, trends, and color. • Students learn to market their skills and pursue careers in the textile industry. • Through comprehensive portfolio analysis, students designs are critically evaluated and prepared for presentation to prospective employers and clients. • Emphasis is placed on the compatibility of fabrics and repeats to meet performance criteria and market acceptance


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Edition : 2013
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Author : Lane,Rurh
Edition : 2012
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