PGFD
5140

Advanced Visual Practicum

Parsons School of Design: School of Fashion

Non-Liberal Arts
Graduate Course
Majors Only
Advanced Visual Practicum
Spring 2027
Taught By: Michal Plata
Section: A

CRN: 15335

Credits: 3

Fashion designers are not just creators—they are also image makers. This course empowers students to cultivate their identity as visual artists by mastering the art of combining elements to craft compelling images and convey ideas within today’s dynamic visual culture. A key component of the course is exploring the history of fashion image making, providing a deep understanding of how past practices influence contemporary design and communication.

Open to: Master's degree in Fashion Design & Society students only.
Pre-requisite(s): PGFD 5110 Design Studio 1: Personal Identity
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 11

Repeat Limit: 2

Add/Drop Deadline: January 29, 2027 (Friday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: March 18, 2027 (Thursday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 6:08pm EDT 10/4/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Friday
Times: 9:00am - 2:20pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 1/22/2027 - 3/12/2027
Advanced Visual Practicum
Spring 2027
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: B

CRN: 17869

Credits: 3

Fashion designers are not just creators—they are also image makers. This course empowers students to cultivate their identity as visual artists by mastering the art of combining elements to craft compelling images and convey ideas within today’s dynamic visual culture. A key component of the course is exploring the history of fashion image making, providing a deep understanding of how past practices influence contemporary design and communication.

Open to: Master's degree in Fashion Design & Society students only.
Pre-requisite(s): PGFD 5110 Design Studio 1: Personal Identity
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 11

Repeat Limit: 2

Add/Drop Deadline: January 29, 2027 (Friday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: March 18, 2027 (Thursday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 6:08pm EDT 10/4/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Friday
Times: 3:00pm - 8:20pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 1/22/2027 - 3/12/2027
Advanced Visual Practicum
Spring 2027
Taught By: Faculty TBA
Section: C

CRN: 17965

Credits: 3

Fashion designers are not just creators—they are also image makers. This course empowers students to cultivate their identity as visual artists by mastering the art of combining elements to craft compelling images and convey ideas within today’s dynamic visual culture. A key component of the course is exploring the history of fashion image making, providing a deep understanding of how past practices influence contemporary design and communication.

Open to: Master's degree in Fashion Design & Society students only.
Pre-requisite(s): PGFD 5110 Design Studio 1: Personal Identity
Prerequisites:
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Fashion (SOF)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 11

Repeat Limit: 2

Add/Drop Deadline: January 29, 2027 (Friday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: March 18, 2027 (Thursday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 6:08pm EDT 10/4/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Friday
Times: 3:00pm - 8:20pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 1/22/2027 - 3/12/2027