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FASHION DRAWING (DIPLOMA) CURRICULUM

DID YOU KNOW? The core concept of Fashion Drawing involves the conceptualization of design ideas you have been thinking of, then, planning out the concept and taking the next steps to presenting of a Fashion Collection Portfolio.

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It involves, sketching the design, creating a Fashion Collection portfolio.​​

This course take you through the core concept required in professional Fashion Drawing in very simple steps.

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At the ON- LOCATION school, you will have a personal instructor and you will also create personal projects of your choice.

 

WHY LEARN WITH EKANEM OROK?

This Fashion drawing Course is built on Ekanem Orok's (Milan, London and USA) Educational certifications, practical and teaching experience of over 25 year in the fashion industry, with structured learning, and real-world application.

 

The course is designed to empower students with creative confidence and technical control, so you’re not dependent on others to execute your designs.

 

Learn more about Ekanem Orok via this Link: https://www.ekanemorok.com/about-ekanem-orok 

 

KINDLY NOTE

To earn a certification, you must complete and submit all your projects online on or before the last day of classes.

ON - LOCATION CLASSES

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  • Government Accredited

  • Teaching method - Personal Tutoring.

  • Duration: 6 months (January - June yearly)

  • Course type - On-location (Study Address: 25 Prince Kazeem Eletu Way Osapa- London, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria).

  • Certification: DIPLOMA

 

There are 20 modules in this Fashion Drawing Course, and a total of about 164 simple steps personalized lessons + Computer Aided Design Program Classes (CAD).

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  • ON-LOCATION Course Fees - $2,250 or (3,210,000 Naira)​

  • PAYMENT via BANK TRANSFER

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You will be able to draw, Illustrate and color various fashion garments using professional techniques including: 

Wedding Dress Jacket and Pant, Couture Dress, Drape Gown, Jean, Shirt and Waist Coat Jumpsuit.

 

This course has an OPTIONAL purchase of the Course Book (FUNDAMENTALS OF FASHION DRAWING AND ILLUSTRATION) after the course completion for future references.

 

  • Book Cost $100 or (150,000 Naira) 

  • PAYMENT via PayPal (Global Payment) or PayStack (Local Payment)

 

You can request the purchase of the Course Book via the link: https://www.ekanemorok.com/contact

 

However, this BOOK is FREE for the ON-LOCATION Class students.

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MODULES

 

  1. Introduction to Fashion Drawing 

  2. Tools and Materials for Fashion Drawing

  3. Quick Fashion Sketch

  4. Coloring in Fashion Illustration

  5. Light and Fashion Drawing

  6. Introduction to Fashion Strokes

  7. How to Color

  8. Drawing the Body Parts

  9. Drawing the Face

  10. Drawing Simple Hands

  11. Body Proportions in Fashion

  12. Poses

  13. Drawing Fashion Details

  14. Drawing and Coloring Fabric Types.

  15. Drawing and Coloring Fabric Texture.

  16. Fashion and Style

  17. Drawing Fashion Accessories

  18. Fashion Drawing

  19. Technical Drawing

  20. Fashion Portfolio

COURSE CURRICULUM - BREAKDOWN

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MODULE 1 - INTRODUCTION TO FASHION DRAWING

 

  • What is Fashion Drawing?

  • What is Fashion Sketching?

  • What is Fashion Illustration?

  • What is Flat Sketch/Technical Drawing?

 

 

MODULE 2 - TOOLS AND MATERIALS FOR FASHION DRAWING

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  • Fashion Drawing Tools and Materials

  • Fashion Drawing Media

  • Types of Coloring Paints

  • Types of Paint Brushes

  • Pencils

  • Types of Pencils

  • Eraser

  • Types of Erasers

  • Types of Sharpeners

 

MODULE 3 - QUICK FASHION SKETCH

 

  • Basic Steps in Fashion Illustration

  • Tools and Materials required

  • Drawing the Skeletal Structure of the Model

  • Tracing the Skeletal Structure of the Model on the Light Board 

  • Drawing the Model over the Skeletal Structure

  • Clothing the Model

  • Drawing the Model’s Hair

  • Drawing the Facial Features of the model

  • Coloring and Shading the Model

  • Coloring and Shading the Model’s Outfit

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MODULE 4 - COLOR IN FASHION ILLUSTRATION

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  • The Color Wheel

  • Color and Coloring

  • Color Characteristics

  • Color Mixing Chat

 

 

MODULE 5 - LIGHT AND FASHION DRAWING

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  • Light and Shadow

  • Light and Fashion Illustration

  • Opacity and Pigmentation of a color on a Fabric

  • Drawing and Coloring Fashion Garment

 

 

MODULE 6 - STROKES

 

  • Introduction to strokes

  • Stippling Stroke

  • Circular Stroke

  • Scumbling Stroke

  • Linear Stroke

  • Hatching Stroke

  • Smooth Stroke

 

MODULE 7 - HOW TO COLOR

 

  • Pencil Pressure

  • Coloring Direction

  • Layering and Blending

  • Shading 

  • Shading Object – Cone

  • Shading Object – Cylinder Shape

  • Shading Object – Slim Cylinder Shape

  • Shading Object – Box Shape

  • Shading Object – Sphere Shape

  • Shading Object – Box Shape

  • Model Coloring Exercise

 

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MODULE 8 - DRAWING THE BODY PARTS

 

  • Head Movements

  • Lips

  • Nose

  • Eyes

  • Hair Styles

  • Facial Expression

  • Arm Movements

  • Hands

  • Legs Movement

  • Feet

 

 

MODULE 9 - DRAWING THE FACE

 

  • How to draw the Eyes

  • How to draw the Nose

  • How to draw the Lips

  • How to draw the Ear

  • How to draw the Hair

  • Drawing the Face Features without guide lines

  • Drawing the Face Features with guide lines

 

 

MODULE 10 - DRAWING SIMPLE HANDS

 

  • How to Draw Simple Relaxed Hands

  • How to Draw Simple Fly Hands

  • How to Draw Simple Hands on the Waist

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MODULE 11 - BODY PROPORTION IN FASHION

 

  • Fashion Figure Proportion

  • Different view of a female Body Part

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MODULE 12 - POSES

 

  • Fashion Poses

  • Detailed Parts of the Fashion Pose

  • Types of Fashion Poses

  • Creating a Fashion Pose

  • Drawing A Fashion Pose

  • Balance Line

  • Drawing From Life

  • Drawing the skeletal pose with a Guide line

  • Drawing the skeletal pose without a Guide line

 

 

 

MODULE 13 - DRAWING FASHION DETAILS

 

  • Drawing Bias

  • Drawing Bows 

  • Drawing Cowl

  • Drawing Cuffs

  • Drawing Drape Folds

  • Drawing Frills

  • Drawing Fringe

  • Drawing Gathering

  • Drawing Insertion

  • Drawing Jobot

  • Drawing Knits

  • Drawing Pleat

  • Drawing Puff Sleeves

  • Drawing Rouleau

  • Drawing Seams

  • Drawing Shirring

  • Drawing Shirt Collar

  • Drawing Smocking

  • Drawing Suit Collar

  • Drawing Trouser Pocket

  • Drawing Tucks

  • Drawing Vent

  • Drawing Yoke

  • Drawing Zips

 

 

MODULE 14 - DRAWING AND COLORING FABRIC TYPES

 

  • Introduction to Fashion Fabrics 

  • How to Color the Skin

  • Sheer Fabric

  • Leather Fabric

  • Knitted Fabric

  • Woven Fabric

  • Textured Fabric

  • Wool Fabric

  • Lace Fabric

  • Printed Fabric

  • Patterned Fabric

  • Velvet Fabric

 

 

 

MODULE 15 - DRAWING FABRIC TEXTURE

      

  • Tweed Fabric 

  • Plaid Fabric

  • Sparkle Fabric

  • Net Fabric

  • Applique Fabric

  • Pooka dot Fabric

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MODULE 16 - FASHION AND STYLE

 

  • Types of Garment Shapes

  • Fashion Styles 

  • Garment Style – Jacket

  • Garment Style – Shirt

  • Garment Style – Dress

  • Garment Style – Skirt

  • Garment Style – Shorts

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MODULE 17 - DRAWING FASHION ACCESSORIES

 

  • Shoes

  • Bag

  • Jewelries

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MODULE 18 - FASHION DRAWING 

 

  • Wedding Dress

  • Jacket and Pant

  • Couture Dress

  • Drape Gown

  • Jean, Shirt and Waist Coat

  • Jumpsuit

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MODULE 19 - TECHNICAL DRAWING

 

  • Introduction to Technical Drawing

  • Technical Drawing

  • Technical Flats

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TECHNICAL DRAWING PROJECT

 

  • Wedding Dress

  • Jacket and Pant

  • Couture Dress

  • Drape Gown

  • Jean, Shirt and Waist Coat

  • Jumpsuit

 

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FASHION PORTFOLIO

 

  • Creating a Fashion Portfolio

  • Fashion Portfolio Presentation

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ON - LOCATION DIPLOMA PROJECT )

 

Fashion Drawing and Illustration

 

  • Wedding Dress

  • Jacket and Pant

  • Couture Dress

  • Drape Gown

  • Jean, Shirt and Waist Coat

  • Jumpsuit

 

 

Technical Drawing

 

  • Wedding Dress

  • Jacket and Pant

  • Couture Dress

  • Drape Gown

  • Jean, Shirt and Waist Coat

  • Jumpsuit​

SUMMARY OF THE FASHION DIPLOMA COURSE by Ekanem Orok

 

A Fashion Drawing Diploma Course is a structured professional program that trains students to draw, illustrate, and visually communicate fashion designs with accuracy, creativity, and industry-level presentation skills. It focuses on building the artistic and technical drawing abilities required for fashion design, brand development, and garment creation.

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Here is a clear breakdown:

What the Fashion Drawing Diploma Course Is

A Fashion Drawing Diploma is a specialized course that teaches students how to draw the human figure, sketch garments, and create fashion illustrations used in design, branding, and communication. It is ideal for beginners and aspiring designers who want strong drawing skills.

 

THE ROLE OF FASHION DRAWING OR A FASHION ILLUSTRATOR

 

Career Benefits

With a Fashion Drawing Course, students can pursue work as:

  • Fashion illustrators

  • Fashion designers

  • Visual concept artists

  • Portfolio creators

  • Design assistants

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WHAT WILL THE STUDENT LEARN AT THE END OF THE COURSE

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At the end of the course, the student will learn he following:

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1. Fashion Figure Drawing

  • Understanding body proportions

  • Drawing male, female, and children’s fashion figures

  • Movement, poses, balance, and gesture drawing

 

2. Garment Drawing & Details

  • How to illustrate tops, dresses, trousers, skirts, sleeves, and more

  • Drawing fashion details (seams, pleats, ruffles, collars, cuffs, hems)

  • Representing fabric weight, flow, texture, and drape

 

3. Fashion Illustration Techniques

  • Sketching with pencil, pen, markers, colors, and digital tools

  • Rendering fabrics like satin, denim, chiffon, lace, knits

  • Coloring techniques for professional presentation

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4. Design Communication

  • Creating design portfolios

  • Illustrated spec sheets

  • Front, back, and side views of garments

  • Storyboards and moodboards

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5. Creative Development

  • Exploring style, silhouette, concepts, and themes

  • Creating full fashion illustrations and mini collections

 

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? 

The course is for:

  • Beginners who want to learn how to draw fashion

  • Aspiring or professional fashion designers

  • Illustrators and artists entering the fashion industry

  • Students preparing portfolios for fashion school

 

CERTIFICATION

Upon completing the coursework, students receive a Diploma Certificate in Fashion Drawing, after submitting fashion drawing/ illustration projects.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - (FAQs)

 

 

1. What is the Fashion Drawing Course about?

The Fashion Drawing Course teaches students how to draw fashion figures, illustrate garments, and present design ideas professionally through visual storytelling.

 

2. Who can enroll in the Fashion Drawing Course?

This course is open to beginners, aspiring fashion designers, illustrators, students, and anyone interested in learning fashion drawing skills.

 

3. Do I need prior drawing or fashion experience?

No prior experience is required. The course starts with basic drawing principles and gradually progresses to advanced fashion illustration techniques.

 

4. What will I learn during the course?

You will learn:

  • Fashion figure proportions and poses

  • Garment and detail drawing

  • Fabric texture and drape illustration

  • Coloring and rendering techniques

  • Fashion illustration for portfolios

 

5. Is the course practical or theoretical?

The course is highly practical, focusing on hands-on drawing exercises, guided practice, and creative assignments.

 

6. Is the course online or on-location?

The Fashion Drawing Course may be offered online, on-location, or as a blended format, depending on the option selected.

 

7. How long is the Fashion Drawing Course?

The course duration varies based on the learning format. Full details are available on the course page at the time of enrollment.

 

8. Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?

Yes. Students who successfully complete the course receive a Government Accredited DIPLOMA from Ekanem Orok Educational and Learning Foundation.

 

9. What materials or tools will I need?

Basic drawing materials such as pencils, paper, erasers, and coloring tools are recommended. A full materials list is provided after enrollment.

 

10. Can this course help me become a fashion designer?

Yes. Strong fashion drawing skills is one of the foundational requirement for fashion design, and this course prepares students for further fashion studies or professional practice.

 

We also offer the fashion design course via the link https://www.ekanemorok.com/study

 

11. Can I build a portfolio during this course?

Yes. Students create fashion illustrations and projects that can be used to build a professional portfolio.

 

12. How do I enroll in the Fashion Drawing Course?

You can enroll directly by clicking the link below and filling out the Registration Form.

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