Study Notes on CAD in Fashion Technology and Photoshop Tools

CAD in Fashion Technology

Introduction

  • CAD stands for Computer Aided Design.
  • Importance of CAD in fashion technology is emphasized in various sectors including architecture, drafting, and design.

Overview of CAD

  • Definition: CAD software is utilized by architects, drafters, artists, and other professionals to create precision drawings or technical illustrations.
  • Functions:
    • Enables the creation of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional models.

Importance of CAD

  • Ease of Product Development:
    • CAD simplifies the process of developing and managing products.
  • Error correction and Modification:
    • Users can easily fix errors and modify designs without significant hassle.
  • File Management:
    • CAD allows for efficient saving and storing of files, eliminating unnecessary complications.
  • Time Efficiency:
    • It saves time by enabling designers to create better, more efficient designs in a shorter duration.

Significance in Fashion

  • The fashion industry is significant due to its visibility and impact on culture. Evidence of its influence can be seen in celebrity endorsements and magazine features.

Drawbacks of CAD

  • Some designers face challenges transitioning from traditional paper methods to digital platforms.
    • Not all designers are comfortable with digital design tools, preferring to sketch by hand.

Features of CAD Software for Fashion Designers

  • Acknowledgment of the learning curve associated with CAD.
  • Development of specialized CAD components targeted for fashion design:
    • Built-in Tutorials: Many software applications now include tutorials to help designers transition to digital CAD tools.
    • Measurement Integration: CAD allows designers to create fashion pieces based on specific model measurements:
    • This design specificity enhances accuracy and fit.

Tools in Adobe Photoshop

Tools Panel Overview

A. Selection Tools
  • Move (V): Moves selections or layers.
  • Marquee Tools: Rectangular and elliptical selection tools, as well as single column and row marquettes.
  • Lasso Tools: Allows free-form selection, including magnetic and polygonal lasso options.
  • Quick Selection (W): Makes selections based on color and texture.
  • Magic Wand (W): Allows selection of pixels with similar colors.
B. Crop and Slice Tools
  • Crop (C): Removes portions of an image.
  • Slice (C): Divides an image into sections.
C. Measuring Tools
  • Eyedropper (I): Samples color from the image.
  • Ruler (I): Measures distances in the image.
D. Retouching Tools
  • Spot Healing Brush (J): Removes spots and imperfections in photos.
  • Patch (J): Fixes portions of an image by sampling nearby areas.
E. Painting Tools
  • Brush (B): Creates various strokes of color.
  • Gradient (G): Applies gradient fills to areas in the image.
F. Drawing and Type Tools
  • Pen Tools: For drawing paths and shapes.
  • Type Tools: For adding and editing text.
G. Navigation Tool
  • Hand (H): Moves an image within the workspace.