Creating A Project Portfolio for 16 to 18 Year Olds Short Course
Course description
Strong researchers make strong designers and this course offers a step-by-step guide through a project, from initial inspiration to final outcome. Be it fashion, textiles, 3D design, painting or any other design discipline, this course will help you establish yourself with a personal and inspiring formula for creative research with the aim of leading you to a great final outcome. The course strongly emphasizes the importance of credible research in every project in your portfolio.
Course outcomes
By the end of the course you should have a full body of work with designs that could go on to form part of your portfolio. You will have created a full and exciting sketchpad, including illustrations, collages and 3D design mock-ups for future expansion.
Who should take this course?
This course is designed to help students understand how to work on a creative project, and will be particularly useful to those planning on studying at Foundation or BA level.
Clear, easy to understand lessons:
- Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean.
- New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way thats crystal clear and easy to understand.
- Experience life on campus
- Network and share ideas with students from across the globe
- Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline
- Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need
- Ask questions of your tutor face to face
- Receive feedback and critique on your assignments
- Experience the many sights of London on your down time
Digital Credentials (badges and certificates)
Students will receive a UAL Short Courses digital badge and certificate on completion of the course. Digital credentials are a great way to celebrate your accomplishments and stand out from the crowd. Find out more about our digital badges and credentials.
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Details
Topics covered:
- You will be asked to research your surroundings by photographing, drawing and making collage.
- You will be encouraged to turn that research into wonderful ideas and concepts towards the creation of outstanding art and design outcomes.
- All your ideas and findings will be narrowed down and clear threads will start to emerge. This will establish the direction that your project will take.
- With the aid of one-to-one advice and group tutorials, you will really examine and push your work to maximise results.
- We will visit a museum and gallery.
Materials
If possible please bring a camera or camera phone to record the process of making work, and the outcomes. Everything needed to complete the course is provided, but please feel free to bring any current sketchbooks or materials you enjoy using.
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