Task:
Sketch one original garment design. Annotate key measurements and fabric choices.
Submission Format:
Scanned sketch or digital illustration in PDF
Evaluation Criteria:
Clarity, creativity, proportion accuracy
Task:
Create a visual collage of 5 handcrafted garments you find inspiring. Include brief notes about what makes each one unique.
Submission Format:
PDF or image board
Evaluation Criteria:
Design diversity, clarity of notes, inspiration relevance
Task:
Create a paper pattern for a simple sleeveless top. Include markings for seams, darts, and grainlines.
Submission Format:
Photographs or scan of physical pattern
Evaluation Criteria:
Accuracy, clarity, labeling
Task:
Sew a basic sleeveless top using your drafted pattern. Submit photos of the process and final result.
Submission Format:
Photo series or short video walkthrough
Evaluation Criteria:
Clean finish, following design, construction quality
Task:
Customize your final garment with one embellishment technique and photograph it styled for presentation.
Submission Format:
Photos and a brief (100-word) styling description
Evaluation Criteria:
Creativity, technical application, presentation
Choose 3 photos and edit them to enhance mood and storytelling.
Take photos using different aperture, shutter speeds, and focus techniques to tell a visual story.
Shoot a series of photos using different light modifiers and analyze their impact.
Create a mini-portfolio of 5-7 images that represent your unique photographic voice. Write a short artist statement.
Analyze 3 famous photos and write how design elements and composition affect their mood.