Book Arts I Introduction to bookbinding for students interested in the book as a system for collecting and presenting visual and verbal information and ideas. Students will design and use their own bookplate and bookmark. Book Arts II Bookmaking for experienced papermakers. Students use their own handmade papers to construct unique books. Decorative Design Structure and Surface Design Introduction to the basic techniques of textile construction and decorative treatments of flat surfaces.
Emphasis is on developing skills in technique and creative patterning.
Students use fiber, thread, fabric, plastic, and paper, with and without the structure of armature to explore problems in concepts and aesthetics. A variety of silk screen techniques are used to explore color and design ideas. Instruction also includes resist processes, direct application of color, and the processes of warp and weft manipulation for loom-controlled designs. Students create and execute designs in each technique. Emphasis is on perfecting skills and creative pattern designing.