Costume Realisation

Aim

This unit aims to develop understanding and skills in the practice of costume design through a commercially focused project.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Be able to apply research in the development of draft costume designs through to the final solution

1.1 Apply appropriate information in the development of costume design solutions

1.2 Demonstrate cohesive working processes from design concepts to final solutions

1.3 Develop original concepts through to practical working end products

LO2 Understand how to translate final designs into working costumes through a commercial brief

2.1 Utilise professional and interpersonal skills to produce realistic design solutions

2.2 Analyse the constraints of a commercial project to produce original design solutions

2.3 Demonstrate project management skills through the organisation and scheduling of a commercial project

LO3 Be able to develop sampling skills in preparation for construction of costume designs

3.1 Apply manufacturing techniques appropriate to selected designs and themes

3.2 Use colour, texture, materials and construction techniques to express character

3.3 Utilise accessories, props, styling and makeup to create a total image

LO4 Be able to evaluate final costume designs

4.1 Present final designs in an innovative and engaging way, giving impact and support to the character

4.2 Demonstrate working processes and justify creative decisions through debate and reasoning

4.3 Demonstrate fitness for purpose and the final outcome relative to the set project.