Drawing Lab
Develop creative garment illustrations and improve design visualization skills.
Lab Overview
The Drawing Lab is a sanctuary for creativity — where ideas take shape on paper before becoming fabric and form. This space nurtures the foundational skill of visual communication in fashion, enabling students to translate abstract concepts into compelling, industry-ready illustrations.
Key Equipment & Facilities:
- Donkey art tools (professional-grade sketching kits, mannequin templates, tracing tools)
- Artwork showcase walls for exhibitions and peer reviews
- Light tables for tracing and refining technical flats
- Drawing easels, adjustable drafting tables, and ergonomic stools
- Reference library of fashion illustrations, trend books, and designer portfolios
- Digital drawing tablets with Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop for hybrid sketching
Learning Outcomes
- Master hand-drawing techniques for fashion figures, garments, and technical flats.
- Develop personal illustration style while maintaining industry-standard clarity.
- Use light tables and digital tools to refine and present professional design sketches.
- Build a compelling visual portfolio for internships, jobs, or brand pitching.
- Participate in critique sessions and exhibitions to grow through peer feedback.