2023SOLD OUT: Illustrating Fashion course
Online course for adults
23 January – 13 February 2023
Mondays, 19:00 – 21:00
This course is now sold out. If you'd like to be notified when it runs again, email learning@qbcentre.org.uk.
Fashion illustration is an exciting practice that is part of advertising, runway shows, new collection launches and brand collaborations. On this short course, you will explore these aspects of fashion illustration and learn how to use different techniques and tools to create striking fashion images.
Guided by award-winning fashion illustrator Joanna Layla, you will learn how to successfully capture a ‘look’. Each week, you will focus on a different aspect of fashion illustration: fashion face, fashion figure, fashion object and fashion editorial. You will do a series of guided drawing exercises and by the end of the course, you will have an inspiring small portfolio of fashion imagery.
Case studies from industry fashion briefs will give you an insight into how a professional fashion illustrator works. Guest speakers – from specialist fashion illustrators to art directors – will give you more insight and advice on working in fashion.
No prior experience is needed, however an interest in fashion and fashion drawing is recommended. Our small class size of no more than 16 students will ensure you receive personalised feedback from Joanna and group support in a relaxed and friendly environment.
About Joanna
Joanna Layla(opens in new window) is an artist and fashion illustrator who has worked with brands including E.L.V. Denim, Garrard, Adidas and V&A. She draws live as Fashion Scout's London Fashion Week artist-in-residence and has taught at London College of Fashion. In 2021, she was named ‘One to Watch’ by Fida. Joanna's solo show Art + Fashion is currently on show at Acid Gallery in Lille.
What people say
“This was honestly one of the best, if not THE best, courses I have ever taken.”
“Joanna is a fantastic teacher, so enthusiastic and encouraging and just really enjoyed each session.”
“Amazing demos, amazing guest lectures, exposure to such a range of work - Joanna's course was just so inspiring.”
Online classes take place each Monday from 17:00 – 21:00 (GMT) from 23 January to 13 February.
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Full price: £170.00
Concessions: £136.00
Concessions are available for students, those on income-supporting benefits and early career illustrators (who have been practicing for under three years).
Disabled ticket holders can book a free ticket for their personal assistant or companion at the same time as their own full price or concessionary ticket.
Online classes take place live on Zoom and include real-time exercises, tutorials, demonstrations, group discussion and feedback.
Course materials, including recordings of sessions and galleries are uploaded to a shared Padlet. You can also use Padlet to upload your work for feedback from your tutor.
You will receive information and a research task one week before the course start date and login details the day before. This will be sent to the email address you used to make your booking. Please let us know if you would like us to send course information to a different address learning@qbcentre.org.uk.
This course is suitable for beginners and no prior experience is needed. An interest in fashion and fashion drawing is recommended.
You will need a computer or tablet with a camera and microphone and a stable internet connection. We use web platforms Zoom(opens in new window) and Padlet(opens in new window) to host sessions and share resources, but you do not need your own accounts to use them.
You will need:
- a range of A4 and A3 paper – rough paper/ a sketchbook, cartridge paper, watercolour paper
- black paper
- marker paper
- graphite pencils
- charcoal
- pastels, chalks, colour pencils
- watercolours
- ink
- a range of brushes
- drawing pens/fine liners
- water pot
- palette
- collage materials (such as old magazines, coloured paper)
- scissors
- glue
- masking tape
- craft knife
- any other materials the participants you enjoy using to draw
Our online events are held via video conferencing application Zoom with closed captioning enabled.
We record live classes and make recordings available for two weeks.
Ticket concessions are available for students, those on income-supporting benefits and early career illustrators (under three years’ practice).
If you need your personal assistant or companion to attend with you, you can book their free place via the booking link.
We want to everyone to be able to participate in our activities. Please email us if cost is a barrier and you would like to discuss payment options learning@qbcentre.org.uk.
If you have any queries, or would like to discuss your access needs, please contact us learning@qbcentre.org.uk.
If you would like to gift a place on this workshop to someone, we can send you an e-ticket for them by email.
To receive your e-ticket in time for Christmas, place your order and send us a request by Thursday 22 December. E-tickets requested after this date will be sent in the New Year.
How it works
Buy a ticket via the link above.
Forward your email booking confirmation to learning@qbcentre.org.uk, along with the name and email address of the person you will be gifting it to.
We will send you a personalised e-ticket by email within 4 working days.
You can choose to print the voucher or email it to your recipient.
Our frequently asked questions page has more information on our online courses.
Still have questions? Contact us learning@qbcentre.org.uk.