Costume Design Mentorship
ACCEPTANCE UPON PORTFOLIO REVIEW AND INTERVIEW
Group Mentoring - Online (Must have access to a computer, internet, and skype)
Using a combination of story analysis, historical research, and observation from life, you will learn how to more confidently incorporate plot, theme, character motivations, personality traits, and body language into your costume designs.
Weekly assignments consist of story and world research, mood boards, studies, and costume concept sketches based on a narrative of your choice.
Important Details
12 Week Mentored Course*
3 hour online meeting once a week. Lecture, demo, Q&A, and feedback on homework assignments.
Limited to 3 mentees per group to allow time for individual feedback.
Fall Term takes place between September 16th and December 7th. Exact start date, as well as weekly meeting days and times, to be determined by mentee scheduling availability.
Appropriate for aspiring visual development artists, concept designers, character designers, and costume specialists.
Class Summary
Week One: Plot and Theme / Story and World Analysis
Week Two: Character Analysis
Week Three: Motivations - Anger
Week Four: Motivations - Shame
Week Five: Motivations - Fear
Week Six: Animal Instincts / Values
Week Seven: Archetypes Part 1
Week Eight: Archetypes Part 2
Week Nine: Story Moment Exploration
Week Ten: Costume Evolution
Week Eleven: Body Language
Week Twelve: Final Designs Presentation
Price
$594
STUDENT GALLERY
“I’ve learned what research really means and how to make it efficient and nuanced—something that I usually think comes only at the end of a piece or a concept. Narrowing and nuancing research makes your life THAT much easier in the long run, and I’ve never actually had a class that guided me through the very beginning of stumbling upon and developing an idea to the ending portions where things become more and more refined, and it’s more about just adding the little finishing touches. To me, that has been so, so, SO very valuable and cherished, and it’s showed me not only how to actually conceptualize costume, but environments, characters, painting methods, color, and so much more. I went in expecting a costume design mentorship and left with an entirely new and fresh way to analyze and articulate my artwork.”
Disclaimers: This course focuses on improving your analytical approach to design through research, creative reasoning, and practical application. To make the most of your time on assignments, you will need at least basic anatomy, perspective, color theory, and technical drawing skills to participate in this course. Weekly assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the mentor to suit the needs of the mentees.
Cancellations and Refunds: In general, there are no refunds for this course once it has started. Cancellation for a full refund must be made 5 days before the start of the course. However, if you have extenuating circumstances, you can email me at jessiekatebui@gmail.com and I will review each request on a case-by-case basis.
*Mentee Intro Sessions:
In addition to the 12 week of class, each mentee will have a 3 hour session scheduled outside of class time to present their work and goals to the group. I have found this essential in the past as it helps me provide more relevant homework feedback. It also nurtures a more empathetic and encouraging group dynamic.
First hour - Share your past and present work
Second hour - Discuss your influences and career goals
Third hour - Q&A