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This is an Adobe Illustrator based course focused on creating images and patterns that can be applied to a variety of surfaces. Students source a variety of materials and explore planar networks and modular systems for design applications. Formatting design files for cnc / laser manufacturing are explained, and presentation skills are emphasized using InDesign to create a final process book along with a variety of material studies.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 119
This course investigates the interrelationship of process, creativity and concept through various casting techniques. Bronze, iron, and aluminum are used to explore hot casting as a process and as a means of creating sculpture. Students are exposed to traditional and contemporary artists working in the medium. Open to non-majors with departmental approval.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFA 130
In this course students gain experience with rapid prototyping and digital fabrication tools including but not limited to laser cutting, FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) 3D printing, and CNC machining. The course demonstrates how to utilize software such as Illustrator and Rhino to create unique design that can be quickly and efficiently output onto various tools. Students explore the application of the digital fabrication tools and the benefits of rapid prototyping in their practice.
Credits: 3
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This course is a continuation of DFA 380, Junior Studio Il. Students continue to explore the creative process with the goal of identifying their own individual content and approach to art making. Students form an archive of their research, inspiration and influences in addition to engaging in relevant studio assignments, writing exercises and group presentations. Exposure to contemporary art and artists, along with individual critical feedback will broaden students’ understanding, of their own process within a professional context.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DSC-231 (formerly DFA-231) or DCR-103;, DFA-245 or DCR-240;, DAH-200; DAH-218 or DAH-251; One of the following: DCR-252, DCR-272, DCR-352 or DFA-251; SAC-380 (formerly DFA-380) or DCR-350
The Special Project class is offered on an occasional basis, with course content specific to the area being explored.
Credits: 3
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This course is directed within the premises of soft sculpture process and being aware of it historically and in the contemporary art world. Students become familiar with different systems of sewing, laminating and pattern making. Although the course has a material and process emphasis, the students are encouraged to explore other materials that may be incorporated appropriately into a project. Open to non-majors with departmental approval.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 121 DFA 130
This course is an introduction to computer modeling informed by craft processes. Students use various 3D software programs to create digital models and actual prototypes. Connections between craft, design, and production will be emphasized.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DCR 103, FAD 207, DDG 103 (formerly DCR 103)
This critique/research-based seminar provides a structured and critical forum for students to explore broader aesthetic, cultural and theoretical topics relevant to their studio work. Senior, Seminar, together with the Senior Studio, serve as the capstone courses for seniors. Individual proposed research, written topical assignments, and a personal artist statement will provide the framework for a formal Thesis presentation. Students culminate Senior Seminar with the development of a well designed Thesis research book that integrates both Seminar work and work samples from Senior Studio. Must be Senior status.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAH-200, DAH-218 OR DAH 351, SAC-381 (formerly DFA 381 or DCR 351)
While working with the many processes of printmaking, students will engage with the printed image while considering the historic aspects of the techniques involved in the production of a print. This course is an introduction to the following areas of printmaking: relief (woodcuts and linocuts), intaglio (etching), and lithography. Students will learn the basics of each area through, collaborations and hands-on short workshops. Context is discussed and explored through demonstrations, readings, image presentations, and visits to local galleries, community prints-shops, and museums with a range of print-media.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 SAC 105 (formerly DFA 105)
Building on the previous course, students use bent plywood techniques to create furniture of their own designs. Advanced students will develop techniques that allow numerous objects to be created from a single form. Students utilize these advanced techniques and work independently to design and fabricate a cohesive series of furniture objects made with bent plywood processes. Finish, details, and connections will be emphasized.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DAF 175