TEXTILE DESIGN: MANUAL/COMPUTER GENERATED IMAGERY AND PATTERN

DS 453

Explore the digital dimension of patternmaking through industry-standard computer-aided design (CAD) software. Examines the advantages of computer-assisted patternmaking, and considers the potential impact of emerging and future technologies. Emphasis is placed on digitizing patterns, manipulating basic blocks, creating garment models, and developing original garment designs.

DS 427

Focuses on silkscreen printing. Discharge, burnout, and chemical resist processes, specific to screen printing. Develop conceptual ideas and explore alternative ways of producing images.

DS 101

This survey class will be an introduction to the technical and conceptual ways of working in Textile Design. Students will participate in three five week modules: one module introducing print and dye concerns, one module introducing off-loom processes, and one module introducing structural enrichment techniques and concepts. Each module will include a series of introductory exercises leading to a final larger project. The work in each module will be supported by short readings and slide lectures highlighting historical and contemporary work. Course fee: yes.

DS 528

Experimental design and decorative principles; elements and techniques for the animation of textile surfaces.

DS 428

Opportunity to continue creative research introduced in Textile Embellishment I, with a special emphasis on student driven design. Advance skill and vision using traditional and experimental ways of altering and enriching the surface of pliable materials using techniques such as stitching, embroidery, beading, and fabric collage. Identify and pursue individual conceptual concerns. Readings, formal and informal presentations, group and individual critiques will support the work. Presentation of research will include formal power point talks and physical presentation of the completed textile works.