Full-Time Fashion Designer Program
Become a Fashion Designer! Ottawa, Canada
Enrolling in our Fashion Design program will allow you to develop and hone your skills in a dynamic and inspiring environment. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to:
Stay up-to-date with the latest fashion trends
Learn essential technical skills, such as pattern making and technical drawing in Adobe Illustrator
Acquire intricate Haute Couture sewing techniques
Master the art of drawing Fashion figures in various mediums, such as watercolor, pencil, marker, and pencil crayon
Expand your knowledge of textiles, the history of fashion, and fashion business marketing
Create a portfolio that showcases your talent, including professional photos of your second-year collection, a mood board, fashion illustrations, and your designer bio
Participate in the final project, which includes presenting your Haute Couture garment on a live model in front of a panel of judges
As a Fashion Design student, you will receive 21 hours of class per week, supplemented by approximately 30 hours of homework. You will also have the opportunity to showcase your original designs at the Grande Premiere, the Academy's year-end Fashion Show, in both your first and second year of study.
With our comprehensive curriculum and practical approach to learning, you'll be well-equipped to achieve your career goals and make a lasting impact in the Fashion Industry.
Designer: Shiho Sakane / Aico
Richard Robinson Fashion Design Academy is approved as a vocational program under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
Fashion Designer Full Time Program
Starts September 9, 2024
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First Year Fashion Designer
Fashion Sketching 6hrs/week
Pattern Making 6hrs/week
Haute Couture Sewing 6hrs/week
Textiles (Sept-Dec) 3hrs/week
History of Fashion (Jan-April) 3hrs/week
Projects for the runway: Haute Couture garment design, Bustier, Historical inspired garment
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Second Year Fashion Designer
Fashion Sketching 3hrs/week
Pattern Making 6hrs/week
Haute Couture Sewing 6hrs/week
Marketing 3hrs/week
Stretch Fabrics 3hrs/week
Final Project
Projects: Full collection (5 looks), Winter coat, Haute Couture Tailored jacket, Pants, Final collection book