Designing textiles using Photoshop

Ideal for textile artists, designers or anyone interested in exploring pattern, colour and texture. Work with Photoshop to build up a portfolio of designs for printed textiles, which may then be printed on cloth.

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Key course information

Dates
18/06/12 - 16/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
5 weeks

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £236
Senior fee: £168
Concession: £129

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG290

Availability
This date is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is designed for students, teachers, designers and textile artists who would like to investigate the creative potential of computers in textile design. While learning Photoshop, we explore colour, texture and pattern.

What topics will we cover?

The course covers: painting and drawing on screen; creating patterns and textures; scanning images and fabric samples; collage, photomontage and image manipulation; repeat pattern and colourways; file management and saving of digital designs; and printing possibilities for textiles - on paper and cloth.

You will work to a project of your choice, relating to your own work or favoured theme, with guidance from the tutor.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Produce a portfolio of textile designs as a body of digitally saved work for future development
- Produce some designs as prints on paper
- Feel confident and competent in using a computer and Photoshop for textile design
- Feel challenged to take design work further in the future.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Beginners are welcome at this introductory level. Working in Photoshop, you are encouraged to develop your own design work at your own pace. If you already have some knowledge of the programme you can work at your own level.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The programme will be taught through demonstration and helpful guidance. Technical assistance will be available. The course is structured progressively over four days. Computers are Macintosh, with Photoshop compatible to PC.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Books can be recommended but are not essential purchases. Printing costs are covered on the course. You will need to buy CDs for storing your work at the advice of the tutor.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. At the end of each session, time will be given for discussion and to recap on what has been covered and what to prepare for the following session.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

There are other courses in digital arts offered at City Lit to improve your Photoshop skills.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

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