Textiles for Beginners Short Course

About this course

The course combines discussion with practical exercises to introduce the processes behind textile print design. Participants develop painted techniques, produce a small collection of prints on paper and consider how designs can be developed digitally. It also examines how textile designers research ideas for the print design market and organise a collection. The course is relevant to people entering textile print as well as those already working in the sector in non-design roles.

What you'll learn

• Develop painted techniques for textile print design
• Create a small collection of textile prints on paper
• Research ideas in relation to the textile print design market
• Organise and present a coherent print collection
• Identify ways to develop painted designs digitally

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners entering textile print, as well as designers, creatives, managers and entrepreneurs already working in the area who want to explore design. Basic drawing experience is required, and learners should be prepared to work independently between classes.

• Basic drawing experience is needed
• Suitable for learners new to the textile print sector
• Relevant to people working in the sector who are not currently designing
• Requires 2.5 hours of work outside class

Before you go

• Learners are expected to complete 2.5 hours of work outside class.