Fall and Winter 2010 Classes and Lectures

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

A STUDY IN NATURAL DYES
Though research, experimentation and the collaborative process, students will learn how to obtain eco-friendly color on variety of materials. We will start with learning the foundations of natural dyeing—experimenting with raw dyes, extracts and the indigo process—to create a sample book. Continuing in the collaborative process, students will experiment with a variety of ways to directly apply natural color to fibers. Discussion topics, such as dye history, gardens and techniques, will be supplemented with detailed handouts and online readings. All dyes and some fabrics are provided. A list of other supplies will be given to students on the first day of class. Open to all levels. Advanced students who want to work on independent projects need to contact the instructor before the first class.

10 Weeks
Mondays, October 4 - December 6, 2010
5:30 - 9:00 pm
Class # 2241
FIBER 506 001

Contact: School of the Art Institute of Chicago
37 South Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603
312-629-6509
cs@saic.edu

Chicago Botanic Garden

FRAME-LOOM WEAVING
In this class, we examine the many possibilities of creating woven forms using a simple frame loom. Students begin by experimenting with the basic techniques of tapestry and plain-weave, then explore ways of creating surface, image, and text within a woven form. Advanced students will work on independent projects. In addition, the class will discuss, through readings and presentations, the use of these techniques in both contemporary and traditional cultures. Visual presentations, demonstrations, and readings are included. Basic supplies for the beginning project are provided, though students are expected to purchase additional materials. Open to all levels.

10 Weeks
Wednesdays, September 15 - November 17, 2010
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Contact: Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022
(847) 835-5440
www.chicagobotanic.org

Lillstreet Art Center

ADVANCED NATURAL DYE CLASS
This is a class for students who have taken a beginning natural dye class and interested in learning advanced techniques. Students will work on individual projects exploring such areas as color mixing, gradation dyeing, space dyeing, or variations in indigo dyeing. Class fee includes all dyes and mordants; each student will bring in their own fibers. Student should contact the instructor one week before the beginning of class for further instructions on materials.

5 Weeks
October 18 - November 15, 2010
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Contact: Lillstreet Art Center
4401 N. Ravenswood Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773)769-4226
https://www.lillstreet.com/adult/5