Souraya F.
Private tutor in Sydney, Australia
Education
Diploma in Fashion Design, Footwear and Textiles at Raffles institute of Design, Sydney Australia Completion of HSC at Santa Sabina College Sydney Australia Part completion of a pattern construction course at TAFE NSW Certificate of Completion - Beginners Tambour Beading Class hosted by Hand & Lock hosted in Sydney Australia
Experience
13 years experience running my own couture label: Souraya has an outstanding reputation for creating wedding and evening dresses that are exceptionally unique and truly bespoke. Each and every design is created in house right here in Sydney, Australia. Hand crafted using a mix of traditional and modern techniques, Souraya sources specialty fabrics and trims from all around the world ensuring each design is a perfect reflection of who you are and what you love to awaken your natural beauty. From design concept, fabric selection and fittings, Souraya loves getting to know each of her client’s and prides herself in being able to really listen to their individual needs and combines this with her skill for proportion and shape to create flawless, show stopping gowns that truly flatter the female form. With a string of media worthy red-carpet gowns under her name, there is always an element of extravagance and luxury in her bridal gown designs. "I believe the best way to learn is hands on. Anyone with the eye for design and detail can learn how to bring their ideas to life with the right type of mentoring and guidance. It's time to teach the industry secrets to all up and comers. The art of custom made is fading, let's not let it die!” The most notable point of difference between us and other fashion courses out there is that we specialize in luxury women’s wear – hand made in Australia. In today’s fast fashion world, most of these readily available fashion courses focus on mass production and the process of outsourcing for ready to wear. Souraya’s exclusive private fashion tutoring courses place great emphasis on the authentic methods of bespoke fashion, with modern techniques in the mix to keep your skills fresh and up to date. We also supply you with everything required to complete your course, so our prices are set and all inclusive. Souraya can tailor the lessons so you can learn specific things of interest. Or you can choose one of our specially curated mini courses to develop a sound understanding of patternmaking and/or sewing. Souraya’s courses not only provide you with the knowledge and skills but also provide a list of sourcing contacts including eco-friendly fabrics and accessories. We also have courses dedicated to HSC students looking to take their project to the next level. Many of Souraya’s students have had little to no sewing experience and after completing their courses were able to design, draft and create a gown from scratch. Some have even gone on to establish their own businesses in the fashion field. With 13+ years of experience in the couture industry, Souraya works one on one in her Sydney studio to teach every step involved in bespoke methods of construction from pattern drafting, internal structure, hand sewing and machine sewing, lace work and beading, fabric education, finishing’s and much more. I believe that slow fashion is something that will make a huge comeback in the years to come as future generations place a huge importance on sustaining our environment, so it is essential that we teach the skill and art of hand made. - HSC Coaching in Textiles Design - Several UK University placements in my workplace coaching and teaching Fashion students - Year 9 and 10 high school work experience coaching and teaching - Speaker at the Australian National Celebrants conference - Roxy Jacenko Brand Bootcamp Certificate - Work placements at Carla Zampatti and Alex Perry
Availability
Thursday after 9AM, Friday after 9AM, Saturday after 9AM
Can Meet
Up to 30 minutes away for a flat fee
Hobbies
- I love to read and collect books on various topics including art, fashion and nature - I enjoy sketching and drawing new ideas - I love to browse seasonal collections to stay relevant and fresh in my field - I love to share all the elements of what I do! - I love to collect antique and vintage items including old vogue patterns which i have used in my work from time to time - I love spending time with my family especially with my husband and two children - I really enjoy coaching aspiring young students in my field of fashion
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