Fashion Styling

About

On this dynamic and fast paced three-week Fashion Styling course you will gain first-hand practical knowledge and industry insight. You will work with various research methods and techniques, as well in collaboration, experiencing the diverse roles and responsibilities that stylists have within creative teams.

You will have opportunity to research fashion editorial, catwalk, commerce, advertising, celebrity / influencer, and the entertainment industry. Practical workshops, lectures and conversations will hone your skills and develop your own unique creative approaches to styling, these include fashion image analysis, effective use of mood boards, styling to suit a variety of genres, fashion editing, catwalk trends, and collections.

You will also explore the roles of a creative team, learn about project management, the importance of art direction, and trend analysis. You will learn how to investigate, and develop colour awareness, and discuss identities, diverse body shapes, and silhouette.

Working in allocated teams with a group theme, you will develop a rough shoot, and build a series of styled images that explore technical skill, learning how to navigate a fashion shoot. You will work towards a professional level editorial styling (editorial test shoot) and take away original and creative images to boost your portfolio.

Target group

18+

Students applying for this course are expected to be independent and highly motivated. Summer Study Abroad is suitable for students wanting undergraduate-level study.

Course aim

This course will provide you with an in depth insight into the life of a stylist. You will gain a thorough understanding of the key roles and responsibilities of a stylist, hair and make up artist, designer, photographer, and art director. You will look at what an assistant would do, and how you might eventually become established in the fashion image creation arena. We will investigate many aspects, from multi channel media to television and film, to the current 'craze' of celebrity styling.

As well as learning about trend analysis, the importance of networking and relationships with PRs, and creating a targeted portfolio; you will develop a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of styling on a photo shoot/film.

Fee info