Textiles
Some of the techniques may include batik, shibori, as well as various surface techniques such as block-printing, stenciling, marbling, and painting.
After learning a variety of techniques and design concepts the student is expected to design, dye and construct a final project.
The course is recommended for all art majors but can serve as an introductory design course for all students.
This course is not recommended for pregnant or nursing women.
Course
Textiles ARTS 1610
Textile Design/Fibers is a studio course designed to introduce the student to a variety
of surface and dyeing techniques with the emphasis on design concepts, in both 2-
and 3-dimensions. Historical context of the techniques are discussed and practices
of craftsman are emphasized.
Studio: 6 hours
Prerequisites
- None
Works
Current Exhibitions
MADE In Hungary IV: A group exhibition of ceramic vessels and sculptures
- Exhibition Dates: February 1st to 28th, Reception: 5-7pm, Wednesday February 15th
- The Knight Campus Art Gallery is located at 400 East Ave. Warwick, RI 02886 Room 3500, on the third floor of the round building (Enter the library on the forth floor and go down the stairs to right.)
UNCOMMON GOALS: A Sabbatical Exhibition by Mark Zellers
- Exhibition Dates: February 6th to March 3rd, Reception 4-6pm, Wednesday February 8th
- The Flanagan Campus Art Gallery is located at 1762 Louisquisset Pike, Lincoln, RI 02865 Room 1527, on the first floor.
Areas of Study
Art Links
Contact Information
Leadership
- Shawn Parker
- Department Chair
- 401-825-2220
- [email protected]
- Knight Campus
- Room 4058
Offices
- Shawn Parker
- Department Chair
- 401-825-2220
- [email protected]
- Knight Campus
- Room 4058
- Meaghan Plouffe
- Technical Staff Assistant
- 401-825-2220
- [email protected]
- Knight Campus
- Room 4058