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  • ESMOD accelerated courses or workshops allow students to initiate or improve knowledge and/or skills in the specific topic. 
  • Classes given in English, French, and Arabic 
  • Maximum number of students per class: 25
  • Minimum number of students per class: 8
  • Courses validated by a certificate from ESMOD Beirut & USJ 

Evening Courses
Styling & Consulting - Level 1

The workshop is spread over 2 levels, and  (Level 1 & Level 2) gives an overview on the profession of styling & consulting using basic concepts of fashion design and visual identity.  The focus is on the definition of colors, make-up technique, morphological study of the face, study of wardrobes and assistance in shopping.


 


Lecturer Biography

Ghada Kazan received her Diploma in Fashion Design from ESMOD Paris in 1983. She then started her career as the Manager & Visual Merchandiser at MEXX for more than 10 years. In 2006, Ghada Kazan decided to join the academic world and became Fashion Design Coordinator and Teacher for third year at ESMOD Beirut. She is also the stylist consultant of many programs and for many celebrities at MBC channel such as Arab idol, X factor, Project Runway and Arab’s Got Talent. More recently, Ghada Kazan started giving workshops on Visual Merchandising and Styling & Consulting at ESMOD Beirut.
JEWELRY DESIGN AND ILLUSTRATION

The Jewelry Design and Illustration and Digital Jewelry Illustration programs provide comprehensive training, equipping students with both traditional and digital skills in jewelry design.

The first module, focused on manual drawing and illustration, introduces students to the fundamentals of jewelry design, exploring shapes, materials, textures, and realistic rendering techniques for metals and gemstones. Through practical exercises and creative projects, students will learn to develop concepts and present them as professional sketches.

The second module, centered on digital illustration, introduces modern tools such as Procreate and Photoshop to create precise and refined jewelry representations. This course allows students to explore different eras and styles of jewelry while mastering advanced digital rendering techniques, including metallic textures and gemstone effects.

By combining these two approaches, the program provides students with a comprehensive perspective and essential technical expertise to excel in the field of jewelry design.
Pattern Drafting (Level 1) - Womenswear - The Shirt, Skirt and Dress

This Course introduces students to the basics of sewing from a technical point of view. 

During this course student will learn how to use sewing machines.

Students will also execute all the basic stitches used in the apparel industry. (Open seam, close seam, different type of pleats)

This Course develops an understanding of basic patterns and how to manipulate them respecting the fundamental rules of pattern making. 

By understanding pattern construction students will be able to gain a wider understanding of the use of the pattern while developing basic concepts. 

Darts manipulation, (princes cut), flat construction, execution of different type of skirts, shirts and dress.


Please note that the course of Pattern drafting Level 1 should be complete to acquire the certificate and be able to apply to Level 2 courses (The Strapless & Pants - The Suit).

PROGRAM


Summer Courses