DST64104 Fashion Illustration

FASHION ILLUSTRATION

22/04/2025 - 22/03/2024 (Week 1 - Week 7)

Fashion Illustration DST64104 / Bachelor of Fashion Design Technology (Hons.)
Sultan Rey Delviero / 0377830

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JUMPLINKS

Task 1 : Hatching with Pen

Task 2 : Colored Pencil

Task 3 : Marker Overlapping

Final Task : Watercolor & Mixed Media "Reimagining the Kebaya X OPPO"

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TASK

Task 1 (Week 1 - 3) : Hatching with Pen

Week 1

Fig 1.1 Lecture

This was our first class with Mr. Jasmi Rejab. We were explained on what the hatching technique was, and we were shown examples from our senior's previous works. Prior to this class, we were asked to prepare several A3 papers and drawing pen with sizes ranging from 0,2 - 0,8.

Fig 1.2 Editorial Image

After the brief, we were tasked to find and print one editorial photoshoot picture with the theme "Avant Garde" to be drawn with the hatching technique on paper. The picture above was the one I chose.

Fig 1.3 Scribbling Demo

Before we start hatching the image, we watched a demo by our lecturer on how to trace the image outlines on paper, which was by scribbling the back of the printed image with a pencil, then outline the image on a blank paper.

Fig 1.4 Hatching Demo

After that, we watched a demo on how to hatch. We were taught to start from the smallest size of the pen then gradually build up the opacity to the desired shade.

Fig 1.5 1st Trial and Error

Next, we were assigned to work on our trial and error. We tried to hatch with pencil first to get used to the technique first before using the pen to stroke. We practiced in rectangular boxes to attempt different thickness and shades. The picture above was my first trial and error.

Fig 1.6 2nd Trial and Error

After practicing more, I realized that my first trial and error was too thick and inconsistent, because I had a hard time on controlling the pressure I have to put on the paper. Thus, I tried starting from the 0,05 and 0,1 pen instead, to compromise with the problem I had. The picture was my second trial and error which was approved by my lecturer to proceed to the actual drawing on an Illustration Board.

Week 2

Fig 1.7 1st Final Progression

Fig 1.8 2nd Final Progression

On this week, I proceeded to hatch my image on the Illustration board for the submission. Both of the pictures above are the progress I made throughout the second week.

Week 3

This week was the time for submission, on which I also finished my final drawing. We also had to put our signature beside the drawing.

Fig 1.9 Final Drawing

TASK01 : Hatching Pen

Description : Black and white with hatching technique

Theme : Avant-garde

Media : Black Artline/Drawing Pen (0,05-0,8) on A3 Illustration Board

TASK 1 REFLECTION :

Throughout working on this task, I learned about how using pens to draw is not just about creating strokes. It is also about putting feeling and soul into it, that makes the artwork a special one. I learned about he elements of lighting, the technique to create different shades, and body anatomy, which will be crucial to our career in fashion. Overall, I am quite satisfied of the outcome I made in this task.

Task 2 (Week 4 - 7) : Color Pencil Scrubbing >

Week 4

Fig 2.1 Color Pencil Demo

On this week after the submission for the previous task has ended, we begun to move onto the next task, which is applying the scrubbing technique of color pencils onto an editorial photoshoot with the theme "Spring & Summer". 

Fig 2.2 Editorial (Task 2)

This was the image I chose. Although the garment the model is wearing looks like a winter attire, I felt like the print of the garment resembles waves and breeze which are identic to summer. I also felt like the patterns are very interesting to draw and experiment with.

Week 5

Fig 2.3 Task 2 Trial and Error

This was my first trial and error that got approved. I used one shade of blue and one violet to scrub and overlap with each other. After I got the shade desired, I darkened it more to deepened the shade with black color pencil.

Fig 2.4 Task Progression

After I finished my trial and error, I moved onto working on my actual drawing. This was the progress I made during this week. The submission was delayed by one week because of our other ongoing project for Fashion Project 1.

Week 6

Fig 2.5 Final (1)

This was the result that I initially submitted. But, as there were still room for improvement, I decided to darken the shadows more, and give the skin more tone. 

Fig 2.6 Final Color Pencil Submission

TASK02 : Color Pencil

Description : Scrubbing technique 

Theme : Spring and summer

Media : Color Pencil on Illustration board

TASK 2 REFLECTION :

This task is my least favored assignment so far. I wasn't really fond of my skills with the color pencils, hence I had a lot of difficulties while working on this assignment, mainly on coloring the skin. But, I am very grateful to have a lecturer that is willing to personally help me with my coloring technique, and I am also grateful to be able to learn how layers and details of color contributes to a garment's beautiful complexity.

Task 3 (Week 8 - 11) : Marker Overlapping >

Week 8

Fig 3.1 Marker Demo

On this week, we learned how to apply the overlapping technique with marker. All of us started with a template that our lecturer drew, so we could exercise with the drapery and lighting of the image. 

Fig 3.2 Marker Trial and Error 1

Fig 3.3 Marker Trial and Error 2

These are the two attempts I made on the trial and error exercise.

Fig 3.4 Sports Editorial

As the theme for this task is are "Sports" I chose an editorial picture with the model wearing a biker jacket. I also chose this picture because it has a good lighting and shadow aspect.

Week 9

Fig 3.5 Progression (1)

This was my first progression on my actual drawing, by overlapping 3 colors of marker together. On this progression, I started with the parts that has flat lighting and shadows first, so I could get used to controlling the wide marker before continuing.

Week 10

Fig 3.6 Progression (2)

After getting used to overlapping and blending the marker, I proceeded to color the areas with the more complex shadows, as well as finding new color combinations for the other parts. 

This is a time lapse of me finishing the artwork.

Week 11

Fig 3.7 Final Marker Overlap Submission

TASK03 : Marker

Description : Marker with overlapping technique

Theme : Sports Illustrated

Media : Marker Pen on Marker Paper

TASK 3 REFLECTION :

This task made me realize that everything we do with passion and excitement, will turn out fruitful. Personally, I had no experience with markers prior to this assignment, and this is an entirely new challenge for me. Turns out, with the guidance of my lecturer, this became one of my favorite works in this module. I really enjoyed seeing the process of blending the colors together, and bringing it into life by playing with the shadows and lighting. 

Final Task (Week 12-14) : Water Color & Mixed Media for "Reimagining the Kebaya X OPPO" >

Week 12

After we had our fashion show on Heritage Valley the previous week, we had some pictures that we took on that day to refer on our drawing in this final task.

Fig 4.1 Pose Editorial

Before drawing our kebaya look, we had to choose one unique editorial pose for us to combine our kebaya with. Because my kebaya has flowy textures on the sleeves, I think this pose will compliment my garment, as the pose had the arms flared out. Dramatic, climatic, like how I want it to be.

Fig 4.2 Kebaya on Model

I combined the pose with this picture of the model wearing my kebaya, and put it in ChatGPT as my lecturer briefed, with the prompt "Please combine the pose with the garment".

Fig 4.3 Combined Pose & Garment

This was the output that ChatGPT got. This look exactly like my garment, so I proceeded to print and trace it on the watercolor paper.

Week 13

Fig 4.4 Progression (1)

I was absent from class this week, as I had to take medical leave. But, I still progressed with my coloring at home. This was the progress I made on the first day working on the artwork with water color.

Week 14

Fig 4.5 Progression (2)

On the last week, I had to finish this drawing. I proceeded to color all the remaining parts, and also added and darkened some parts with color pencils, as the assignment was for Mixed Media.

This is a video of me adding the colors of some parts with the color pencils.

Fig 4.6 Final Task Submission

Final Task : Mix Media - Dry & Wet

Description : Mix Media with Water Color (Wet) and Color Pencils (Dry)

Theme : "Reimagining the Kebaya" (from Fashion Project 1)

Media : Water Color Paper

FINAL TASK REFLECTION :

It is such an amazing experience to be able to draw an artwork from my other form of art, which was the kebaya. Although I had some delay to work on this task as I was sick, I still enjoyed progressing and working on this artwork. When the colors and shades starts to show and look beautiful, I felt very satisfied. Moreover, It looks exactly like how my garment looks. It also taught me how AI technology can help us in doing our tasks, as we were encouraged to do it. As someone who is Anti-AI, I realized that if we could filter what we should and shouldn't do in utilizing AI and be wise in using it, AI will definitely help us while leaving room for us to still emphasize our own creativity and hard work.

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REFLECTION

This module is not just about drawing several artworks with different medias, but it also teaches us about lighting, drapery, shading, and what types of editorial there are in fashion. What we learned in this module will definitely be a valuable knowledge that we use while working in fashion.

This module also encouraged us to look and dig for potentials that we have within ourselves, as previously, most of us did not even know we could draw an artwork so beautifully detailed. 

Last, I thank my lecturer, Mr. Jasmi Rejab, that has guided us with tutorials, tips and tricks, and was willing to help each of us personally.