DESCRIPTION

Part I
For anyone working in two dimensions the fundamental elements of design are always in play. Artists and designers rely upon line, shape, interval, balance, relative scale, pattern and the development of visual space to communicate their vision. This workshop is an enriched version of the classic two-dimensional design curriculum that has been a foundational study for artists and designers since its introduction at the Bauhaus in the 1920’s.

In Elements of Design and Composition you will make a number of small, focused studies using creative strategies to explore the elements of design with cut paper collage. Throughout the workshop, you will organize your studies and notes into a book/portfolio that serves as both a record of your exploration and a useful design reference for your own studio practice. Classroom work will be augmented by slide presentations and discussion.

Part II
In Part II students will explore the design principles introduced in Part I in greater depth and with the introduction of color. Specific exercises will be assigned but, over the course of the week, they will gradually be replaced by self-directed studies that will help students bring the workshop experience into line with their own sensibility. As in the preceding week, classroom work will be augmented by slide presentations and discussion.

This informative and relaxed workshop is an excellent choice for quilters, surface designers, textile artists, painters, graphic designers, and anyone who makes two-dimensional art.

SUPPLIES

(Please label your own supplies)
• Colored paper: Taro’s origami paper Tant Jumbo (13.8 x 13.8) - This is a heavier origami paper that is more opaque than the cheaper version. Buy 2 packages.
• Xacto knife and scissors
• 9” x 12” Alvin or Dahle “self healing” cutting mat
• Bienfang Marker Pad (Graphics 360) 9” x 12” or 11” x 14” - This exact pad is important - available at most art supply stores and online (Blick #10604-1003).
• 2 large glue sticks
• Small bottle of black India Ink (3oz)
• Steel ruler
• Itoya 48 page “Profolio” (Blick number: 15271-2048). This is a US letter-sized portfolio book in which to store studies and printed matter pertaining to the assignments. This will also become a reference and record of your experience.
• Pencil
• Pack of 100-110# white card stock (Jam or Staples brand available online)


The materials fee will cover materials provided by the instructor. The $20 fee will be collected by the instructor at the workshop.


If you have any questions about the materials list or the course in general, please contact David