Kari Landen

Clothes are worn on the body. Our bodies are three-dimensional forms. Why then do we often rely on designing in 2D? Why begin in 2D when the outcome must be in 3D? Fashion Thinking in 3D will encourage you to explore alternatives to the 2D design process. As its title suggests, the course is geared around introducing you to ways of developing designs and patterns in 3D without necessarily needing to draw. During the week you will be introduced to a variety of ways in which exciting outcomes can be created through systematic experimentation. These will include working with fabrics directly onto the dummy or body, deconstructing and reconstructing existing garments, construction without seams, folding, collage and more. If you have existing work, either 2D or 3D, that you would like to develop in a new direction you are encouraged to bring this along for discussion and advice. As well as participating in the workshops you will have the opportunity to discuss your work, as it develops, on a one-to-one basis with the course leader. All successful students will achieve a sketchbook of focussed research, a capsule collection, a range of skills and techniques and a new perspective on the design process. Although the course will focus on thinking in 3D, its ultimate aim is to allow you to recognise your particular strengths and help you to develop your creative identities within an open framework. Whether you are already working in the industry and would like an inspiration boost or you are totally new to fashion designing, this could be the course for you.

Kari Landen is a women's wear designer. She completed a BA and MA at Central Saint Martins and has also been working as an assistant designer to Ann-Sofie Back for two years. She currently designs for her own label Ra Ra. See: www.aboutrara.com