Resisting The Stitch
DRA4027.01
Course Description
Summary
This class is an exploration in fabric modification through the use of dyes and various stitched resist techniques often referred to as shibori. Students will learn to work with acid, direct, cold process, union, and natural dyes. Concurrently students will learn a variety of resist techniques such as kanoko, mokume, orinui, makinui, karamatsu, boshi, arashi, itajime, adire eleso, and katano which create patterns and designs on fabrics when dyed and/or overdyed.
Learning Outcomes
- -Design Composition
-Color theory
-Shibori techniques
-Making scarves
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor: rmacpike@bennington.edu