Master the vibrant world of carnival costume creation with this comprehensive 10-week fundamentals course. Learn essential techniques from wire frameworks to elaborate decoration, building a complete portfolio of performance-ready costume components.

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What's Included:

• 10-week comprehensive course (1 day per week)

• Hands-on workshops blending practical skills with theoretical insights

• Materials list provided in advance

• Optional add-on kit available for purchase

• Portfolio of completed costume components ready for carnival performance

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Course Structure – 6 Essential Modules:

• Module 1: Wire Bending – shaping frameworks for headpieces, wings, backpack structures with focus on balance and durability

• Module 2: Headdresses – designing elaborate pieces using feathers, beads, mixed media with comfortable attachment methods

• Module 3: Backpacks – creating ergonomic performance bases with modular attachments and embellishment options

• Module 4: Decoration – mastering sequins, gemwork, fringing techniques that bring costumes alive under lights

• Module 5: Bodywear – developing patterns for body suits, corsetry, accessories focusing on stretch fabrics and comfort

• Module 6: Fabric Manipulation & Sustainability – pleating, gathering, smocking, plus upcycling techniques for creative material reuse

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Technical Requirements:

• Basic sewing skills helpful but not essential

• Willingness to work with various materials and tools

• Commitment to weekly attendance for optimal learning progression

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Who Should Enrol:

• Aspiring carnival costume designers

• Performance artists seeking wearable art skills

• Crafters wanting to expand into large-scale projects

• Anyone passionate about sustainable creative practices

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Objective: By course completion, you will have mastered essential carnival arts techniques and created a portfolio of performance-ready costume components, with skills to innovate sustainably using both new and repurposed materials.

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Enrollment Details:

• Price: £900 for complete 10-week programme

• Format: Weekly full-day workshops with expert instruction

• Materials: List provided in advance, optional kit available​

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Transform your creative vision into spectacular wearable art with carnival fundamentals!