Instructor Class Description

Time Schedule:

• Spring Quarter 2005
• Summer Quarter 2005

Laura Alexander
ART 224
Seattle Campus

Concepts in Fibers

Introduces the core philosophical, aesthetic, and technical issues relevant to the field. Hands-on experience with basic aspects of weaving, surface design, and dye principles, in addition to discussions and readings concerning material culture and the multimedia nature of the field. Prerequisite: ART 121; ART 123; ART 124.

Class Description

basic fiber techniques with an emphasis on embellishment and construction

demonstrations, discussions, and slides

Recommended preparation

Class Assignments and Grading

2 or 3 major assignments based on the ideas of accumulation, embellishment, and space.

execution of projects and class participation

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Modified:March 26, 2005