ART 360 – Fibers and Fabrics I
Introduction to technical explorations of dye application, fabric manipulation, and structural process of textile production. Technical information accompanied by presentations of contemporary fiber history and issues. Specifics include: tie dyeing, Katazome (paste resist stencil dyeing), and loom weaving. All explorations to focus on the inherent expressive/conceptual qualities of traditional fiber media and processes and their mixed media counterparts. Lecture/lab.
Techniques and concepts of cloth alteration with an emphasis on surface and design. Specifics include: heat transfer dye on polyester fabric, advanced dyeing techniques on silk and screen-printing. Through traditional and contemporary fiber investigations, students will develop thematic and conceptual ideas while learning new skills and processes. Lecture/lab. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 credits, including original course.
ART 362 – Papermaking and Mixed Media
A lecture/lab course covering the history of papermaking, exploration of the traditional processes of various cultures, and contemporary applications. Two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects will be made utilizing a variety of materials. Specifics include: Japanese papermaking, watermarks, recycled paper, etc. Paper casting is the main 3D project. Lecture/lab. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 credits, including original course.
ART 363 – 3-Dimensional Forms in Fiber
Focuses on three-dimensional off-loom processes in fiber and material studies. Historical and contemporary applications of sandal weaving, basket making, felt making, lace making, and soft sculpture including wearable art will be explored. Integration between 2D and 3D forms will be conceptually presented through individual skills and creative ideas. Lecture/lab. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 credits, including original course.
Focus on loom weaving techniques such as pattern weaving, double cloth weaving, Ikat weaving, tapestry and the AVL computer loom. Understanding woven structures and personal expression using both traditional and contemporary process as an art form will be explored. Lecture/lab. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 credits, including original course.
ART 460 – Advanced Fibers/Fabrics
Advanced problems in fiber/fabrics study. Emphasis on self-directed project development and contemporary issues in fibers/fabrics.