DRAPING | MASTERCLASS

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In this capstone unit, Diploma of Fashion Design students will consolidate their prior learnings and refine their design aesthetic to produce a draping portfolio. This class is also highly recommended for aspiring designers who are ready to launch their own label and require additional skills to complete a portfolio.

 
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SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED

In this capstone unit, Diploma of Fashion Design students will pull consolidate their design skills and create a portfolio to showcase their capabilities. This class is perfect for designers ready to launch their own label.

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CLASS TIMES & COST
11 weeks | 33 hours | $849
11 Weeks | 38.5 hours Tuition | $972
11 Weeks | 77 hours tuition | $1,818

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BOOKINGS

This class is open to Diploma of Fashion Design students as their final unit.

Places are also available for designers who are preparing their own collections. Please contact us directly to arrange an interview.

 

Course details

The Draping Masterclass is jointly taught by Gaylene McCaw and Yan Pothin. The course covers the following topics and you will:

  1. Identify, describe and use sources of inspiration for design work

  2. Obtain a knowledge of current and past designers

  3. Learn the fundamental draped skills for different fabric weights (similar to learning musical scales)

  4. Refine and enhance design skills in order to plan your portfolio

  5. Design and produce advanced work to create a polished portfolio with a clear design aesthetic

  6. Produce one or more eveningwear or draped samples as part of your portfolio (more pieces will be produced if you want to work in eveningwear)

CAFA 2023 TERM DATES

Term 1: 23 January - 9 April 2023
Term 2: 17 April - 2 July 2023
Term 3: 10 July - 24 September 2023
Term 4: 2 October - 17 December 2023