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Task:
Sketch one original garment design. Annotate key measurements and fabric choices.

Submission Format:
Scanned sketch or digital illustration in PDF

Evaluation Criteria:
Clarity, creativity, proportion accuracy

Task:
Create a paper pattern for a simple sleeveless top. Include markings for seams, darts, and grainlines.

Submission Format:
Photographs or scan of physical pattern

Evaluation Criteria:
Accuracy, clarity, labeling

Task:
Sew a basic sleeveless top using your drafted pattern. Submit photos of the process and final result.

Submission Format:
Photo series or short video walkthrough

Evaluation Criteria:
Clean finish, following design, construction quality

Task:
Customize your final garment with one embellishment technique and photograph it styled for presentation.

Submission Format:
Photos and a brief (100-word) styling description

Evaluation Criteria:
Creativity, technical application, presentation

Task:
Create a visual collage of 5 handcrafted garments you find inspiring. Include brief notes about what makes each one unique.

Submission Format:
PDF or image board

Evaluation Criteria:
Design diversity, clarity of notes, inspiration relevance

Shoot a series of photos using different light modifiers and analyze their impact.

Take photos using different aperture, shutter speeds, and focus techniques to tell a visual story.

Choose 3 photos and edit them to enhance mood and storytelling.

Create a mini-portfolio of 5-7 images that represent your unique photographic voice. Write a short artist statement.

Analyze 3 famous photos and write how design elements and composition affect their mood.