Paper Studio: Contemporary Practices
Instructor: Lia ter Heide
Tuesdays 5:30-8:30pm
5 weeks: January 13 to February 10
Location: In-person Williams Building room 255
$387.50 (materials and equipment rental included)
Paper is a remarkably versatile medium which has been part of artmaking experiences worldwide for centuries. This course will focus on contemporary paper art trends which have roots in traditional practices. Paper studio projects will include papercutting (single sheet cuts using scissors or knife); papier collé (cut, glued and layered two-dimensional artworks); three-dimensional constructed works such as paper flowers, and folded works like origami and concertina books. Each class will include inspirations, demonstrations and guided creation, in a supportive atmosphere where all supplies are included.
Syllabus
- Introduction to papercutting
- Papier collé: cutting and layering
- Flowers and dimensional works
- Miniature dimensional scenes
- Concertina books: folding and embellishing
Supplies
All in-class materials and tool rental are included.
If you wish to purchase additional materials for home use, there is a brief list of frequently used suppliers available in Where can I purchase supplies? on our FAQ page.