Category: Studio Art & Craft

Catalog

DFD-248 HISTORY OF TEXTILES

This in-depth historical study examines the,development of textiles and the events relating,to their influence. Beginning with the Han,Dynasty in China, moving to Byzantium, and then,to the nineteenth century Industrial Revolution;,this course tracks the exchange of color, motif,,and fibers through trade. Also reviewed are,textiles of India, the Near East, Egypt, Northern,Africa, and Europe. Extensive reading and,research are required. Students respond to,content through detailed notebooks and studio,projects.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFD 111

DGL-210 GLASSBLOWING COLOR THEORY

This class explores the interaction of color and,pattern through glassblowing techniques. Students,learn traditional techniques for using color,including cane, murrini, color overlays, color,cups, bit applications, and encalmo. Students work,up to developing their own designs and creating,their own unique techniques and color,applications. Students are responsible for,maintaining a sketchbook and giving assigned,presentations throughout the semester. The class,will primarily take place in the hot shop.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: TAKE DGL-142

DGL-213 OPTICS, GLASS AND IMAGE

This class focuses on glass as a mediator of,image. Through material and optical,investigations, students will utilize glass as a,screen, filter, and lens. Students learn basic,glass forming techniques and utilize glass objects,as an actor in photography and video, which,results in images, objects, and installations.,Lectures, demonstrations, and critiques, will,encourage students to consider both the technical,and conceptual connections between glass and image,making.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DCE-285 SPECIAL PROJECT 100/200

The Special Projects class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific,to the area(s) being explored,
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,This course will focus on concepts, materials and,techniques regarding the design, construction and,firing of kilns with a specific focus on kilns,fueled by wood, and result in students designing,and building their own kilns and in the building,of a small fast-fire wood-fueled kiln at CCS – an,incredibly efficient, affordable and accessible,type of kiln which is not currently a part of our,facilities.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DFA-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400

The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,

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, COLLAGE: CONTEMPORARY METHODS AND MATERIALS,,This course will investigate and implement the,various materials, techniques, processes, and,concepts of contemporary collage. Students will,work with everything from traditional cut paper,,digital processes, video and audio, installation,,and more. The emphasis will always be on the,making of collages but with a strong consideration,of what this kind of image making does in terms of,meaning, its impact on contemporary art and visual,culture, and its relevance to most cultural forms,operating today.,
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, CURATOR AND GALLERY MANAGEMENT,
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,This course is an introduction to exhibition,planning and management within a contemporary art,gallery context. Through readings, presentations,,and hands-on experiences, students will learn,about the exhibition-making process, including,research, curation, exhibition design,,installation, and promotion. By the end of the,course, students will have gained practical,experience in organizing and managing an,exhibition and be equipped with the skills to,become curators and gallery workers within,contemporary art spaces. Open to Non-Majors

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFA 115, DFA 120

DFD-310 ADVANCED WEAVING

In this advanced class, students will use floor,and dobby looms to further explore more complex,weave structures while expanding the knowledge and,proficiency within the craft of woven textiles.,Special focus is placed on documentation and,presentation of inspiration, creative process. and,finished works are complementary to the,professional practice of this studio course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFD 210

DFA-490 INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent Study is available to students who are,at Junior or Senior level standing with a,cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above.,The student may receive approval to work in an,area or on a project that is not otherwise offered,or addressed in the regular curriculum. An,Independent Study should include opportunities for,individual student voice and provide a space for,diverse perspectives. Students may receive credit,toward graduation for no more than 6 credit hours.,The student must submit to the chairperson of the,department in which they wish to study, an,Independent Study Proposal of 150 words (no less),of the student’s plan for study and her/his reason,for choosing to study independently. Once the,department chairperson provides approval and the,instructor for the Independent Study is,determined, the faculty member must write an,Independent Study Syllabus with education goals,,learning outcomes, meeting dates, course,expectations, timelines, and due dates. Art,Education candidates must pass DAE 490 with a,grade of ‘C’ (2.00) or higher to qualify for,certification.

Credits: 3

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