task-based exercises
lectures
individual projects
discussion and didactic dialogue

qualification for the second year of studies;
knowledge of concepts in the field of fashion;
the ability to analyze phenomena in the field of art and popular culture (including fashion phenomena);

Exercise 1 - winter semester
White Shirt Deconstruction - Realisation of 1 design piece
The focus of this project is on draping on the stand and deconstructing of man’s shirt.
The purpose of this exercise is to show the students new design methods and how to work directly on the mannequin - in contrast to their 1st-year assignments.
Project Brief:
The students start with research into 2 designers of their choice who uses draping and deconstruction in their work. They then experiment and explore their own ideas through working with existing garments - shirts on the mannequin. All these experiments are recorded and used for collages - experimental and/or related to the human body. The most successful collage - design is then reconstructed again on the mannequin, the pattern is taken and the shirt is re-made again with correct finishings in repurposed cotton.
The final piece is an experimental and social parameter of dressing is less of importance and not to be defined as a wearable piece of clothing. However, the White Shirt need to have a minimum of 1x collar, 1x pocket, 1x sleeve with a cuff.
Construction of shirt and finishing as well as working on the mannequin are the focus of this project in line and collaboration with the lecturer of construction.
The exercise is linked directly to their pattern cutting class - basic shirt and draping. I would also like to add an illustration element - a collaboration with the drawing class lecturer Agnieszka
Learning Outcomes:
Draping and deconstruction on a fashion mannequin
Shirt construction and finishings
Illustration
Requirements for the final exams:
Conceptual Shirt in white
Sketchbooks
A pdf final presentation
Creative Photoshoot
Illustration
Patterns - to be marked by construction lecturer

The student to present their final work at the exam. The exam criteria are a public presentation of the design portfolio and final designs on models.

The student is assessed on the basis of overall development from the beginning of the academic year to its end. The ability to work with the shapes and "layers" of clothing and the ability to propose new, contemporary silhouettes are assessed as well as fulfilment of the brief given.
The student is assessed on the basis of the Ability to conduct research and translate their own ideas into fashion projects, ability to select materials and work with materials to create well-finished samples. The ability to work with colours and prints as elements are also taken into consideration.
Grading scale - compliant with the Study Regulations of the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw

During the third and fourth semesters, the students, on the basis of the experience gained in the first year of studies, continue their creative development via two collection projects. The student should have a formed attitude in relation to the concept of creating a fashion design collection and understanding of the design processes from concept idea and its development via research - design - design verification (redesign) - selection of colours, prints and materials - sustainability - final implementation - collection 

The literature depends on the student's individual choices made during the research exercises and is the result of individual conversations with the teacher. In addition, the teacher encourages reading art and fashion magazines, recommends exhibitions and blogs.