FNA1904

Tapestry 2C

3 points - 6 hours per week, including 2 studio hours and 4 independent study hours per week - Second semester - Caulfield - Prerequisites: FNA1902 - Corequisites: None - Prohibited combinations: FNA1802 - Elective

Objectives On successful completion of this subject, students should be competent and fluent in the technical skills of weaving; be proficient in a broad range of fine art techniques related to tapestry, including drawing, collage and other media; be able to make individual judgements and choices as to the appropriateness of imagery, materials and processes in their practice; understand and practice health and safety procedures in the studio.

Synopsis This subject introduces fundamental skills for students majoring in another area. Technical and conceptual skills developed in this medium provide a creative cross-fertilisation with the students' major area of study. Studio practice involves a series of set projects designed to extend students' skills in the fundamentals of tapestry weaving. Topics include understanding of warp and weft ratios, joining techniques, colour theory and colour mixing and drawing for tapestry. Theoretical concerns of the tapestry tradition are discussed and analysed. Teaching is by a combination of individual and group tuition. Seminars and group tutorials generate dialogue, critical reasoning and a greater awareness of tapestry issues. Health and safety procedures are practiced in the tapestry studios.

Assessment Folio (including an initial project of not less than 20%): 100%

Recommended texts

Barty P Tapestry Phaidon
World tapestry today Tapestry Alliance, 1988

Back to the 1999 Art and Design Handbook