 | ART 2610 - Introduction to
Fibers. 3 credits.
Introduction to a variety of fibers techniques emphasizing surface design
techniques and weaving. Creativity, experimentation of design, and quality of craftsmanship are
emphasized. |
| ART 3610 - Weaving
I. 3 credits. Prerequisite: ART 2610 or permission of instructor.
An in-depth study of weaving techniques
on a floor loom, including double weave structures, multi-shaft lace patterns,
exploration of mixed and alternative fibers, and pattern drafting. An
integral component is instruction in design for weaving. Emphasis is also on
developing a personal aesthetic through color and fiber choices in the
designing of handwoven fabric. |
| ART 3611 - Weaving
II.
3 credits. Prerequisite: ART 3610 or permission of instructor. Introduces
the student to more complex loom- and weaver-controlled weave patterns
within the context of developing a personal aesthetic evident in a body of
work the student designs and weaves during the semester. Samplers are
created to learn the processes and for use in making decisions about
finished projects. Emphasis will be on development of technical and design
capabilities at every stage of the weaving process. |
| ART 3620 -
Surface Design I. 3 credits. Prerequisite: ART 2610 or permission of instructor.
Explores hand application techniques with Fiber Reactive and acid dyes on
natural fabrics that include paste resists, monoprinting,
"burn-out," and discharge. Emphasis is on development of work that
is conceptually personal yet displays understanding of the methods and
materials used. |
| ART 3621 - Surface
Design II. 3 credits.
Prerequisite: ART 3620 or permission of instructor. Explores screen printing
techniques with fiber reactive and acid dyes on natural fabrics. Techniques
include low-tech screen stencil methods, screen monoprinting methods, photo
screen-printing with light sensitive screen emulsion, screen construction,
repeat pattern printing, multiple-color registration printing, fabric
preparation for dyeing, hand and machine sewing. Emphasis on technical skills and personal artistic
development. |
| ART 3630, 3631 - Independent Studies in Fibers. 1, 2, or 3 credits. Prerequisite:
permission of the instructor.
Individual fiber projects with emphasis on design in weaving or textile. |
| ART 4610 - Senior Thesis in
Fiber. 1 to 6 credits, maximum 18. Guided individual studio projects leading to a professional level of
technical accomplishment in a stylistically coherent body of work. A twelve
credit series of Senior Thesis classes culminate in the required final
exhibition. |
| ART 4640 - Special Problems in
Fibers. 1, 2, or 3 credits.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Individual studio projects
agreed upon by the instructor and student. |
