Let your creative juices flow in this practical short course. Plan and produce a creative work using an assortment of materials. Embrace the exciting opportunity to bring your ideas to life by entering your creation in the Sydney Wearable Art Gala.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Research information on different costumes throughout history
Link your research to costume design and production needs
Comply with copyright requirements
Resolve technical problems
Produce creative works using a range of resources and techniques
Problem solve and refine your design process
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
Specialist skills in wearable art and costume making techniques
Your own completed wearable art piece ready to enter the Sydney Wearable Art Gala
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
The ability to supply your own materials to make a wearable art piece
An interest in fashion, fine arts, costume making or production design
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Our graduates go onto roles like: junior assistant fashion designer with the Certificate III in Design Fundamentals, visual arts and crafts professional with the Certificate IV in Design and production designer with the Diploma of Live Production Technical Services (Production Design).
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Make Wearable Art for Beginners does not have any pre-requisite courses.
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