Urban Couture at Grady High School

Garcia-Ahern fits her design on a form. As the show draws near, seniors work after school, during free periods and on Saturdays. The show has grown in scope and popularity since its beginning. "It is a great learning experience for them," Martinez says, "but it also makes the show that much more professional. What I try to instill in my students is a work ethic." Joey Ivansco / AJC