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A degree student who once had designs on a career in sport has become accomplished in a creative field in record-breaking time.

Michelle Sadler (25) from Glasgow has progressed onto the BA Art and Design – from the HND Visual Communication course – at Forth Valley College’s Stirling Campus, despite having no art portfolio or experience before starting in August 2014.

“I am very proud of what I have achieved so far, especially with having no background in art at all. I have come along way since walking through the Forth Valley College Stirling Campus doors for the first time. To be honest the facilities are great here and the lecturers have taught me everything I know about art and have given me a huge amount of guidance. I am really glad the hard work I have put in is paying them back a wee bit.

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The course combines elements of traditional and contemporary applied design processes, innovation, imagination and creative thinking with utility and practical use. Designers use a wide variety of materials and skills to make artworks that can express both individual and cultural identity, aesthetics and values. This exciting course develops knowledge and creative skills in a variety of areas, including textiles, printmaking, fashion and costume design, 3D design, and mixed media. Emphasis is placed upon creative experimentation with a variety of media and the development of individual ideas and applications of media and processes.

Content:

Drawing

Creative Process

Contextual Studies

Textiles

Fashion/Performance Costume

Printmaking

Digital Media and Photography

Mixed Media Techniques

Portfolio Production

Personal Development Planning

3D Design

Personal Projects

Community Arts