Unit 212- Create an Image based on a theme. New Gill

• Hairdressing
• Higher Education (degree)

Unit 212- Create an Image based on  Theme 

 Creating and image ​212

A historical look, A fantasy look, Special Occasion 

 What makes up an image?

• Hair

• Clothes

• Make-up

• Accessories

How to present a design image​

Prepare and present sketches​

Prepare and present mood boards and story board.​

Take photographs of your practice sessions of hair and make up.​

Prepare a make -up plan for your desired look.​

Prepare pictures and ideas for clothes.​

Prepare images of ideas for completed look​

Design Planning 

Design planning must be accurate and detailed to help obtain the best results, especially for photographic work.

Consider the following considerations:

• Image – historical look, fantasy look or special occasion

•Mood board of ideas from research

• Action plan for any problems that may occur

• Practise sessions and evaluation techniques

What is the purpose of a mood board?

Where can media images be sourced from?

1. Only social media influencers
2. Only personal photographs
3. Only fashion design websites
4. Internet, books, and magazines

Mood Board 

Mood board: The thought process, story

behind an image, a poster, collage, display

of ideas; can include media images, text,

objects, textiles, accessories.

Theme: Decide upon a theme for your

project, avant-garde, catwalk, wedding

hair, school prom hair, historical ideas,

famous people, fantasy, futuristic, Disney

characters, make believe, classic (current

fashion).

Methods of identifying media images:

Imagery from the internet, books,

magazines, television, films, photographs.

Design Planning 

Mood board develops into a story board when narrowing down ideas of development (eg hair, clothes etc)

• model (remember, you need a model who has the time for you to practise)

• time prior to event

• time during the event

• hair stylist

• clothes

• accessories

Different Hair Designs

Historical

Theatrical 

Era's 

Avant- Garde

Cultural

Where can you research for different ideas-- consider more than just the internet....

Research Ideas​

•  Internet
  

• Libraries

• TV

• Films

• Magazines/journals

• Books

• Videos

• Photographs

• Paintings

• Environment/nature

• Discussions with people who have had some involvement eg cultural groups in the area you are researching.

What should clothing do for an image?

1. Complement the image
2. Overwhelm the image

Where to research the image being created and access materials

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Where to access clothes

• Hire shops

• Theatre (usually have costume hire)

• Charity shops

• High street stores

• Make the clothes required for the look

• Ask students from fashion design at your college to help

• Model’s own clothes.

Remember clothing should complement the image not overwhelm it.

Accessories​

 Jewellery

• Hair decoration

• Props (depending on image).

Hair

• Hair magazines/journals

• Hair books

• Photographs

• Discussions with colleagues, tutor, manager or students on a hairdressing course

• Hair videos

• Hair stylist.

The importance of communication

Why is communication so important when planning and designing a creative image activity?

• To help understanding of information received from/to relevant people (all those involved in the design plan of the image).

• To give accurate information to relevant people on their roles, responsibilities and requirements.

• To ensure clear objectives are defined and set.

• To ensure there are no misunderstandings.

What should you maintain about clients?

1. Confidentiality
2. Public knowledge
3. Gossip
4. Technical details

Communication & Conduct

Professional communication in a

salon environment: Try to avoid technical

language, always respond, consider clients

confidentiality.

Verbal – speaking (tone of voice, the

language you use, how quickly and

clearly), questioning (open, closed, probing).

Non-verbal – body language, positive

attitude (your posture, facial expressions,

hand gestures, the distance you stand),

listening (be patient, try to understand).

Written – visual aids, magazines, client

records.

Communication & Conduct

Behave professionally in a salon

environment: Follow health and safety

practice and procedure, salon code of

conduct, respect others, value client(s),

co-operate with others (be sympathetic,

fair, not aggressive), use appropriate

language, avoid gossip, maintain

confidentiality, polite/cheerful and friendly

manner, friendly facial expressions, open

body language, positive attitude, eye

contact, sensible behaviour, team work,

pride in work, punctuality, employer and

client loyalty.

Can you think of an problems that can occur when undertaking a competition

Problems ​

Models

Space limitations

venue restrictions

tools and resources

timings

budget

What technical skills can be used to enhance your design plan?

Mood Board 

Purpose of a mood board: A

communication method to target audience,

set the scene/storyline, share concept,

express mood/feelings behind image,

visual aid.

Mood Board 

How to present a mood board: Formal/

informal presentation, an actual board or

via computer software, PowerPoint

presentation, additional props/clothes/

make-up/accessories/jewellery, prepared

speech/prompt cards, professionalism,

varied communication skills (body

language, tone, clarity, projection of voice),

interpersonal skills.

Design Guide 

• Explain how to research and develop ideas for creating an image
  
• Be able to describe ways of combining styling, dressing and finishing techniques to create the completed look- you must include how you are implementing your temporary hair extensions
  
• Be able to explain ways of presenting a created image and look effectively
  
• Be able to describe the potential commercial benefits of developing and creating design work
  
• Be able to state the importance of accurate planning, attention to detail and working to timescales
  
• Be able to explain how the venue can affect the design plans
• Be able to remedy problems that may occur with different opportunities for creating an image
  
• Be able to outline the skills required for presenting the image
  
• Be able to explain how other services can develop and complement the image and look 

What resources can you use to give you inspiration for your mood board.

1. Copying someone else's idea
2. Photos, Magazines, film

Why is it important to evaluate the final look and the process

1. It isn't that important
2. To work on any areas that need developing

What is the purpose of the mood board

1. To demonstrate creativity and links to the theme
2. To show that you can do a mood board

Which one best matches methods of evaluating your work?

1. Verbal Feedback, Written Feedback, Self Evaluation
2. Likes on your social media platforms

What methods are used for media images?

1. Textbooks, notes from class, photos on social media
2. Imagery from the internet, books, magazines, TV, Films, Photos

Which one best describes the concept of advertising to a target audience

1. Demonstrate good presentation, communication skills and use of technical skills
2. Creative flair, Ideas and technical skills

Why is it important to describe the technical skills for creating a theme based image?

2. To ensure your technical skills demonstrate a good interpretation of the mood board

Competition 

Start planning for your Competition look.

Start Planning for your design plan-

Brainstorm some ideas and start collating some images to support this.