Learn the basic of fashion designing and make up application

Posted by Sai Verano

ve always wanted to learn the basics of making beautiful dresses and clothes. I've enrolled in a modeling workshop before and stopped modeling to finish my studies first. In connection with these, I've always wanted to learn all the proper techniques in applying make up. Thus, I wanted to look good and learning these skills can not only make me look good but will also be an investment for me in doing sidelines for extra cash.

As I visited a popular site, I learned that School of Fashion and the Arts (SoFA) is conducting their Saturday classes since the first weeks of February but they will also have second batches on March. As much as I wanted to enroll, since Saturday classes are the best time for me to go to workshops like these,  I can't afford the prices as of the moment. Hahaha I'm saving for something techie and (yes!) expensive. So for the benefit of my readers who would want and can afford these workshops here you go:

Basic Make-Up Workshop

Former MAC artists RB Chanco and Erika Saenz will teach you the ABCs of makeup, from basic tips on correct application to the latest techniques for enhancing your natural features. You’ll be DIY-ing in no time!

Fee: P9,500

Schedule:  Batch 1 – February 2 to 25, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:00PM; Batch 2 – March 4 to 30, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:00PM

Basic Modeling Workshop

Love Top Model? Just like the contestants, you’ll learn how to work the runway, strike a fierce pose, and find your best camera angle under the tutelage of supermodel Rissa Mananquil, former president of the Professional Models Association of the Philippines (PMAP).

Fee: P24,500

Schedule: February 13 to April 10, Saturdays, 1:00 to 4:00PM

Basic Patternmaking and Sewing Workshop

Study the foundations of design under Loida Hunter, an expert patternmaker and seamstress you may recognize from the first season’s cast of Project Runway Philippines.  You’ll be trained to cut patterns and stitch fabric correctly, and you’ll soon be producing your very own skirts and blouses.

Fee: P15,000

Schedule: February 13 to March 13, Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00PM

Artistic Draping Workshop

Discover the ways you can manipulate fabric into every shape imaginable—and every dress desirable. Fashion Institute of Technology attendee Ish Orendain, who taught top Philippine designer Mich Dulce how to drape, will show you the ropes of artistic draping.

Fee: P15,000

Schedule: February 13 to March 13, Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00PM

Shoe Design Workshop

Every girl loves her shoes—why not make your own? Matilda Sun, a leading shoe supplier and manufacturer of Rustan’s, will instruct you in shoe illustration, design, and technique. You might just create the next Armadillo!

Fee: P12,500

Schedule: February 13 to April 10, Saturdays, 1:00 to 4:00PM

Embellishment Workshop

Fashion designer Aan Pineda, formerly based in Saudi Arabia, will show you different embellishing treatments such as beading, feathering, hand-painting fabrics.  You’ll even find out where to source the best and most imaginative embellishments in town!

Fee: P12,500

Schedule: February 13 to April 10, Saturdays, 1:00 to 4:00PM

Advanced Fashion Styling Workshop by Luis Espiritu

Under the instruction of venerated fashion stylist and Philippine Star writer Luis Espiritu, you’ll get the chance to assist in actual photo shoots, attend important fashion events, and work alongside famous photographers, makeup artists, and even celebrities. The training ground has never been quite so glamorous!

Fee: P18,000

Schedule: February 27 to March 24, Saturdays, 4:00 to 7:00PM

Advanced Make-up Workshop

Makeup artist RB Chanco pulls double duty in this advanced beauty workshop—with his help, you’ll learn to create makeup looks fit for print advertising, weddings, and fabulous everyday life. This is probably the best class to take if you want to be the next Bobbi Brown!

Fee: P9,500

Schedule: March 1 to 12, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 6:00 to 9:00PM

Menswear Workshop

Menswear is the new hot ticket to the fashion industry; it’s even tapped into female apparel. Fashion designer Ralph Ng will teach you basic design and patternmaking for the male market. Use your newfound skills to give your favorite man a makeover (whether he likes it or not)!

Fee: P15,000

Schedule: March 20 to April 24, Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00PM

(Photo by BJ Pascual and Lawrence Antaran)