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Reiko Sudo (Wed, 21st and Thurs, 22nd September, 2011) This course is an introduction to the experimental practice of this Japanese designer, who is renowned for her use of craft processes in industrial production. Reiko Sudo intends to undertake practical work with her course participants in rust dyeing processes. Specific prior knowledge is not required. Textile designers who are well versed in dyeing processes will probably benefit most. The number of participants is limited to 20, the course fee is Euro 160. The date is the 21st and a short time in the morning of 22nd September 2011 Chunghie Lee (Wed, 28th – Fri, 30th September, 2011) Bojagi patchwork wrapping cloths have been used in Korea for many generations at ceremonies like wedding, ritual and in the household for various types of coverings and wrappings. The traditional pieces use several stitching methods among them, a triple stitching technique called Kekki. The resulting seaming creates stiff strong linear elem ents that can be used as design components in larger pieced two and three dimensional work. Traditional fabric, nobang, offers the variations in transparency, depthless and moving quality. Once participants have learned the basic techniques of bojagi, they are encouraged to experiment and to adapt the techniques and concepts to their own needs and interpretations.The technique is adaptable to many forms of work; 2-D, 3-D, architectural, body ornaments, soft sculptures, and or wearable; Participants’ practice span intimate wearable works, through to large scale industrial installation. Works may have either fine art or design orientation. Target group: Textile artists, designers and students. Requirements: Participants should bring sewing utensils (list to follow). Number of participants: 12
new directions for their work. Each student is required to bring to class original works to evaluate, be prepared for in-depth analysis and discussion. Discussions will deal with the conceptual as well as formal, technical and social aspects of the work. Students should be prepared to present a short introduction (ppt or video, slides) to past work and articulate clearly their basic concerns. – Target group: Participants should be active working artists/designers, or advanced level students who want to push their work to new levels. Requirements: Be prepared to present your own work and make it the subject of discussion. Number of participants: 12
Vibeke Vestby (Wed, 28th – Sun, 2nd Oct. 2011) Textures can be created in several ways: – combine weave structures which will pack differently – combine materials with different properties such as wool and cotton – combine weave structures and materials to enhance the effects Most textures will not give a true visual impression until the finishing treatment is applied. We will, therefore, cut off the warp frequently and try basic finishing methods. Some weaving structures are ideal for exploring texture such as woven shibori and double weaves. We will make the weaves in Photoshop and apply them to your test designs. The TC-1 loom will have 6 modules and a white warp of cotton/wool. Various suitable weft materials will be available at the workshop. Every day will contain both Powerpoint introductions / lectures, individual work on your own laptops and practical weaving followed by simple finishing methods (mostly washing). - Target group: Experienced weavers with basic knowledge of Photoshop. Requirements: Laptop with Windows and Photoshop, Lia Cook (Wed, 28th – Fri, 30th September, 2011) leftover yarns. This three day intensive class will focus on the works of Number of participants: 12 each individual artist/ designer. Students should come with the intention of becoming a part of the community of peers ready to interact with other students and the teacher, to give and receive feedback and to discover