Students create and execute designs in each technique. Emphasis is on perfecting skills and creative pattern designing. Ornament and Pattern I. Study of the historical context and design principles of pattern, decorative abstraction, and elements of embellishment. Studio assignments use colored pencils, gouache, and pen and ink. . Intermediate and Advanced Fiber Workshop.
Instruction is given in loom controlled structures using multi-harness weaves and double weaves.
Hand-manipulated weaves are explored on the floor loom. Traditional techniques and contemporary concepts of tapestry are taught. AVL Computer Loom Structures. The Pattern Master IV and Generation II software programs establish the basis to investigate the potential of computer technology for the design and structural analysis of textiles. Students develop proficiency in the use of the computer software and realize some of their designs as woven textiles on the AVL Compu-Dobby Loom.