Category: Textile & Fibers – DFD

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

The intensive workshop-style format of this class,gives students a sampling of various resist-dyeing,techniques. Shibori (Japanese bound resist), Batik,(Indonesian wax resist), and starch based resist,techniques will be explored. Techniques include,immersion dyeing, painting with dyes, and,extracting color from cloth with bleach solutions.,Assignments stress creative uses of traditional,resist dyeing techniques while exploring a diverse,range of personal narratives. Slide lectures,,field-trips, and class critiques support hands-on,work.

Credits: 3

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An in-depth, systematic exploration of the many,facets of color as it relates to dye chemistry. ,Students explore metric system dyeing of animal,,vegetable, and synthetic fibers utilizing,natural/vegetable dyes, fiber reactive, acid and,disperse dyes. A detailed and comprehensive dye,sample notebook and final project with emphasis,on color will be the result of this course.

Credits: 3

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The ancient basketry techniques of twining and,coiling have become a popular and well received,contemporary mode of expression for sculptural and,utilitarian forms. These two techniques will be,explored through a series of exercises followed by,a final project. The course will be enhanced by,comprehensive powerpoint presentations and a field,trip to Cranbrook Science Museum to view their,historic basketry collection.

Credits: 3

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

Credits: 3

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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

Students create a series of works that are,developed around a central theme pertinent to,their personal interests. An advanced level of,printing techniques with dye will be explored,while expanding the knowledge and proficiency,within the craft of printed textiles. Research of,varied sources, written artist statement, and,documentation of the creative process and finished,works are complementary to the professional,practice of this studio course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFD 220

This course explores garment construction,,metaphor, and personal adornment. Students will,develop skills in basic pattern drafting and,machine sewing techniques. There will be slide,presentations, visiting artists, and weekly,readings about various designers and artists who,approach clothing with an artistic vision. This,course is an excellent follow-up to Stitched,Assemblage.

Credits: 3

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

Credits: 3

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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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