Assignment Title: Costume in Detail
Module Number: BACP 102
Programme: Costume Production & Associated Crafts
Start Date: Friday 07/10/2016
Deadline date: Friday, 24/03/2017
Feedback to Student Date: Wk. commencing 10 / 04 2017.
Module Leader: Marie Dunaway mdunaway@pca.ac.uk
This module builds upon knowledge and preparation delivered in module101 Deconstruction. It will introduce you to the fundamental techniques and processes for the cut and construction of costume. Throughout the module, a number of approaches will be explored to produce historical and contemporary patterns. You will gain confidence in using a range of industrial machinery to form underlying principles of costume making. Individual skills will be extended through self- study by experimenting with a range of materials and construction methods. Raising awareness of the relationship between the actor and the costume. This module will also extend practical skills needed to translate 2D ideas into 3D forms required in Module 104 Design & Professional Practice. Indicative Content • Introduction of draping patterns on the stand • Flat pattern drafting • Construction methods for costume • Fabric manipulation • Corsetry
Young Victoria, designed by Sandy Powell The role of the costume cutter and maker is to transform the Costume Designers ideas into a 3 dimensional garment, taking into account period shape, movement and the overall concept of the production. The cutter may even work from original paintings or photographs to realise the costume. Taking on the role of costume cutter and maker, you will develop an understanding of the importance of fashion history research and become aware of the importance of period detail, fabric and trimmings for film and stage wear in a given context.
Brief Stage One This first stage of the assignment will introduce you to female flat pattern drafting, sewing techniques and draping on the stand. These techniques will be delivered through practical workshops and demonstrations. By the end of stage one you will have begun to learn costume construction processes to include a contemporary bodice and a Victorian bodice with supporting notes. Fabric characteristics for costume construction will also be explored in the form of fabric investigation and their uses.
Stage Two Part two of the assignment will continue to extend your knowledge and understanding of costume techniques, by the further delivery of practical demonstrations to show you the fundamental sewing techniques required to make a typical stage costume. The samples and notes produced will form the basis of your technical bible. The module concludes with the cut and making of a Victorian corset. To underpin your practical work a series of Fashion History lectures will run through the whole of this module to widen your knowledge of period dress and significant changes in fashion in history. Covering western ad eastern fashion.
Deliverables • A Technical bible that contains pattern drafts, diagrams, calico bodice, supporting instructions and mounted sewing samples.
• A completed Victorian corset • A complete 1⁄ 2 period bodice to include fabric manipulation
• A written evaluation (typed)
• A visual record of fashion history as a Power point presentation.
• A personal statement (typed) that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of skills learnt.
During this assignment you will be given feedback on your progress in a variety of ways such as One to One tutorials and peer reviews. Studentship You are expected to use the facilities constructively outside of taught sessions in order to complete the work requested for submission. The list of submission requirements provides evidence of the ability to “Pass” the module. If you want to gain a significantly higher grade you should explore how to “push the envelope” and make each project your own. Important note on plagiarism: Plagiarism is defined as ‘to steal or pass off work (e.g. the ideas, words, images of another) as one’s own, and if discovered, will result in disciplinary action in line with the College’s regulations. Please refer to your Programme Handbook for further guidelines.
At the point of hand-in you will be confirming that work submitted for this assignment is your own original work and that all references are appropriately acknowledged.
Module team Marie Dunaway Beth de Tisi (technician)
Credits 20
Module Title Cut & Construction Module Code BACP102 Assessor Marie Dunaway Assessment Method Summative 100% coursework Formative: Wk. 16 & wk. 27
Week no.
Week starts:
MONDAY 11.00 -12.30 noon Marie & Tracey
FRIDAY 9.30 -12.30 & 1.30 – 4.30pm Marie & Beth
Intended Learning Outcomes At the end of the module, learners will be expected to: A. Knowledge and understanding A2: Evidence fundamental principles of pattern cutting, technical, processes for the cut and construction for costume, through studio workbook(s) and pattern drafts. B. Cognitive skills B3: Evidence skills in the research of cut & construction of period, cultural and contemporary costume. By producing successful outcomes for construction using appropriate equipment and safe workroom practices. C. Practical and professional skills C2: Be able to apply given tools and methods that demonstrate an awareness of the complexities and practical issues. D. Key transferable skills D2: Provide an evaluative approach to the understanding of costume technical skills using visual, written and oral forms.
Jessie Nelson 