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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Author: Watson Peacock
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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
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DFD-320 ADVANCED SCREEN PRINTING ON FABRIC
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
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DFD-323 EXPERIMENTAL FASHION
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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DFD-485 SPECIAL PROJECT 300/400
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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DFN-101 DRAWING I: RAPID CONCEPT
In this introductory drawing course, students,define the basic methods and principles of applied,volumetric drawing with perspective and form, and,rapid concept development through the visual,description of imagined and observed objects using,line variance, value, and composition.
Credits: 3
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DFN-103 DRAWING I: MATERIALS & METHODS
Students explore drawing as an expressive tool to,generate, communicate, and develop ideas. With a,focus on basic drawing principles and,observational drawing, students will sharpen their,perceptual drawing skills while working towards,expressive methods. Contemporary attitudes toward,drawing will be introduced in the second half of,the semester as students expand their drawing,tools, materials and processes. Methods used to,develop ideas are examined through processes that,include research, archive and serial drawing.
Credits: 3
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DFN-104 DRAWING II: DRAWING AS STUDIO PRACTICE
Students explore drawing as a mode of thinking and,as an expressive process. Contemporary practices,in drawing are the focus as students expand their,drawing vocabulary, tools, and processes. ,Projects will revolve around conceptual prompts,and sustained drawing projects that may include;,large scale drawing, multiples, and performative,drawing, along with a range of experimental,approaches. Emphasis will be on students,discovering and identifying their individual and,unique aesthetic voices, developing a critical,framework for critique, and acquiring verbal,skills to articulate intentionality and point of,view.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 103
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DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL
Students expand their understanding of the,fundamentals of drawing and sketching, and develop,their own personal sense of style and enhanced,skill. The human figure will be explored as a,basis of understanding gesture, proportion,,anatomy, geometric forms and value. A variety of,drawing techniques are explored with a focus on,composition, design and the creative process.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DFN 101
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DFN-116 3D TECHNIQUES
This course will familiarize the student with,basic construction and fabrication techniques of,the wood and metal shops at CCS. Through the,completion of a series of small projects,,students will be introduced to the majority of,tools and machines within the shops. Students,will also learn a wide variety of methods and,techniques needed to safely complete future,projects. Safety is the MOST essential function,of this course. Students will earn the,certification required for continued shop access,by receiving at minimum a grade of 2.0 / C in,this class.
Credits: 3
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