FASHION AND TEXTILES II

(Advanced Textile Fiber Art II)

Working with textiles and fibers as a medium for communication, students in this course will build on their design skills with special emphasis on clothing as an art form and its influence in contemporary society. Students will further develop their construction skills such as draping and pattern drafting, and textile modification techniques such as dying, quilting, felting and embroidery.  Students will develop a cohesive mini collection of work that they will present in the annual fashion show.   

Prerequisite – Textile & Fiber Arts Fashion & Textiles I or  a portfolio review with Jia Zhao before registration appointment

FASHION AND TEXTILES III

(Advanced Textile Fiber Art III)

In this course, students will take their existing knowledge of design to develop a cohesive student directed body of work.  Students will develop their skills in creating patterns to build forms in their desired way, and use of unconventional materials, expanding their technique to more effectively communicate their artistic vision. Students will develop a multi piece collection of work that they will present in the annual fashion show. Students will also get support in developing a portfolio to apply for art schools or fahsion majors if they are interested in persuing a career in the industry.

Prerequisite – Textile & Fiber Arts Fashion & Textiles II or  a portfolio review with Jia Zhao before registration appointment.

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