SUMMER FIBERS

1. SUMMER FIBERS M-Th9am-12:30pm Catherine Armbrust, Adjunct Assistant Professor armbrustc@missouri.edu Office hours by appointment

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4. OBJECTIVES • To learn techniques that contribute to your overall understanding of fiber media—this semester we’ll focus on dyeing/natural dyeing, surface design, and tapestry weaving • Develop an understanding of how the techniques you learn in fibers can be combined with other media such as drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, etc. • To refine your ability to critically evaluate your own work as well as that of others (both student and professional) • To develop your understanding of historical and contemporary aspects of various fiber media and determine how these references contribute to your own work • To continue the development of a personal visual voice via creative, conceptual and critical thinking skills

5. Suggested Texts: Tapestry Weaving: A Comprehensive Study Guide by Nancy Harvey Fabric Printing at Home by Julie B. Booth *Art Cloth: A Guide to Surface Design for Fabric by Jane Dunnewold From Print to Stitch by Janet Edmonds Shibori Designs & Techniques by Mandy Southan Drawn to Stitch: Line, Drawing, & Mark-making in Textile Art by Gwen Hedley Eco-Colour by India Flint The Handbook of Natural Plant Dyes by Sasha Durerr

6. ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION • Each class will begin with the taking of attendance and a short lecture or announcements. You are expected to be in class as we will be learning new techniques and working every class period. Should you miss a demo you need to make arrangements with a classmate to acquire that information. • Your final class grade will drop one letter on your 2nd unexcused absence and the Dean’s office may be notified. Each additional unexcused absence will cause your final average to drop by 25% of a letter grade. Only events beyond your control constitute unexcused absences. 2 late arrivals or early departures count as 1 unexcused absence. Being in class but unprepared to work counts as an unexcused absence. • Attendance at all critiques is mandatory. Project grade will be docked 10 points for unexcused absence during critique. • Communication with me is key—if you are having issues that are affecting your performance in class, please talk to me as soon as possible.

7. GRADES • The following are general grading criteria for each unit. Specific requirements will be given during each unit. • Design: The materials, form, and method of execution are all appropriate to the concept, and the student’s intent is communicated clearly through the visual design. The design is creative and interesting. • Craftsmanship: Work was presented well in critique, is gallery-ready when turned in for a grade, demonstrates the student’s new skill well, and is free of obvious structural or surface flaws. • Concept: Form and concept are linked. That is, the student’s idea or message behind the piece fueled major formal decisions. The original idea is carefully thought out and developed. • Participation: The student attended class, was punctual, did not disrupt the work of others, cleaned the studio when appropriate, completed the assigned work, and participated in verbal critique. • Grades will be based on the successful solution of the problem assigned and the quality of the work, including composition, craftsmanship, and creativity. Grades will not be based on effort because it is impossible to fairly judge how hard each student has worked on a given project. Final grade will be based on the average of project grades. Projects submitted after due date will be docked 5 points per class period. • No project will be accepted without being seen in progress by instructor.

8. SAFETY • Due to the industrial nature of the discipline, students must always be conscious of their personal safety. Power tools are to be used only with the express permission of the instructor after being shown their proper usage. • Non-slip, closed toe shoes are suggested in the studio—no flip-flops! • ELECTRONIC DEVICES • All personal electronics such as cell phones, texting devices, etc. must be turned off at the beginning of class and remain off for the duration. Music may be played in studio with the consent of other students (and instructor) present. • Earphones may not be worn in class—this class is a community and requires personal interaction and awareness of the space around you. • Recording is allowed during lectures & demonstrations: University of Missouri System Executive Order No. 38 lays out principles regarding the sanctity of classroom discussions at the university. The policy is described fully in Section 200.015 of the Collected Rules and Regulations. • In this class, students may make audio or video recordings of course activity unless specifically prohibited by the faculty member. However, the redistribution of any audio or video recordings of statements or comments from the course to individuals who are not students in the course is prohibited without the express permission of the faculty member and of any students who are recorded, including those recordings prepared by an instructor. Students found to have violated this policy are subject to discipline in accordance with provisions of Section 200.020 of the Collected Rules and Regulations of the University of Missouri pertaining to student conduct matters.

9. STUDIO POLICIES & INFORMATION • Building hours are from approximately 8:00 A.M. -10:00 P.M. ??????? • Current students will have access to the building during those hours. • Guests who are not current fibers students are allowed in the studio only when permission is given by an instructor, and at no other time. • NEVER prop the building door open to let people in. This is for your own safety! • Each student shares the responsibility to keep the Fibers Studio clean and organized. It is extremely important that you clean up your work area every time you use the studio. When you finish working, wash all supplies you’ve used, put them away, and wipe down the surface and the floor around you. • Due to the limited amount of space available, projects, tools, and materials must be kept in a neat and organized fashion on designated shelves or in your locker. It is the student’s responsibility to clean their work area thoroughly after each session. Failure to do so will result in a warning. Additional warnings will result in project grade being dropped 5 points. • Food and drink should only be placed on class tables. Do not eat around dyes or other chemicals. • As is the case in all campus facilities, alcohol and smoking are prohibited inside the studio. • Always ask permission to interrupt staff when working outside of class if you have a question.

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12. ASSIGNMENTS • We will have time in class for demonstrations and working on samples and projects, but you are expected to dedicate time to work outside of class as well. You should consider spending at least 1 hour outside of class for every hour spent working in class. Remember: creative work always takes longer than we think it will! • Beginning (440pts)/Intermediate (475pts) Students: • Weaving Sample (10/15pts) • Pattern Presentation (25pts) • Embroidery Sampler (20/30pts) • Fabric Sample Book (90pts) • Pattern Sample Book (20/30pts) • Fiber Collage (100pts) • Sketches & Inspiration Images for Fiber Collage (10pts) • Artist Statement for Fiber Collage Project (10pts) • Sketches & Inspiration Images for Weaving (10pts) • Weaving Project (100pts) • Artist Statement for Weaving Project (10pts) • Fiber Artist Presentation (25pts) • Class participation (10pts)

14. Academic Calendar Students are encouraged to review important add, drop or withdraw dates: http://www.umkc.edu/registrar/acal.asp Academic Honesty The Board of Curators of the University of Missouri recognizes that academic honesty is essential for the intellectual life of the University. Faculty members have a special obligation to expect high standards of academic honesty in all student work. Students have a special obligation to adhere to such standards. Academic dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism or sabotage, is adjudicated through the University of Missouri Student Conduct Code and Rules of Procedures in Student Conduct Matters. Counseling and Health Services Available at UMKC UMKC students may experience many challenges in their lives while attending college – stress, depression, suicidality, trauma, relationship issues, health concerns, etc.  As your professor I care about your success and well being, and want to make you aware of some helpful resources on campus. The UMKC Counseling Center (www.umkc.edu/counselingcenter), located at 4825 Troost in Room 206, offers a wide range of supportive services to students. Appointments can be made by calling 816.235.1635. UMKC Student Health and Wellness (http://info.umkc.edu/studenthealth/), located at 4825 Troost in Room 115, offers a full range of health care and promotion services.  Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling 816.235.6133. The MindBody Connection (www.umkc.edu/mindbody) is located in the Atterbury Student Success Center in Room 112 and offers a variety of stress-reduction services.

15. Disability Support Services To obtain disability related accommodations and/or auxiliary aids, students with disabilities must contact the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (OSSD) as soon as possible. To contact OSSD, call (816) 235-5696.  Once verified, OSSD will notify the course instructor and outline the accommodation and/or auxiliary aids to be provided. For more information go to: http://www.umkc.edu/disability/ English Proficiency Statement Students who encounter difficulty in their courses because of the English proficiency of their instructors should speak directly with their instructors. If additional assistance is needed, students may contact the UMKC Help Line at 816-235-2222 for assistance. Grade Appeal Policy Students are responsible for meeting the standards of academic performance established for each course in which they are enrolled. The establishment of the criteria for grades and the evaluation of student academic performance are the responsibilities of the instructor. The University grade appeal procedure is available only for the review of allegedly capricious grading and not for review of the instructor's evaluation of the student's academic performance. Discrimination Grievance Procedures for Students Discrimination Grievance Procedures for Students can be found here: http://www.umsystem.edu/ums/rules/collected_rules/grievance/ch390/grievance_390.010

16. Statement of Human Rights The Board of Curators and UMKC are committed to the policy of equal opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and status as a Vietnam era veteran. Commitment to the policy is mentored by the Division of Diversity, Access & Equity, but it is the responsibility of the entire university community to provide equal opportunity through relevant practices, initiatives and programs. Title IX Under the University of Missouri’s Title IX policy, discrimination, violence and harassment based on sex, gender, and gender identity are subject to the same kinds of accountability and support applied to offenses based on other protected characteristics such as race, color, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, ancestry, disability, military status, and veteran status. If you or someone you know has been harassed or assaulted, you can find the appropriate resources by visiting UMKC’s Title IX Office webpage (http://info.umkc.edu/title9/) or contacting UMKC’s Title IX Coordinator, Mikah K. Thompson (816.235.6910 or thompsonmikah@umkc.edu).  Additionally, you can file a complaint using UMKC’s online discrimination complaint form, which is located at http://info.umkc.edu/title9/reporting/report-online/.

17. UMKC Connect Important information is available to undergraduate students in UMKC Connect accessed through Blackboard.  Throughout the term, students may receive emails regarding course grades or academic performance. Students are expected to address information posted in a timely fashion.  This information may be shared with the student’s Success Network made up his or her academic advisor(s) and other campus resources so that UMKC may fully support the student’s success.  College of Arts & Sciences Course Policies & Resources Please refer to the following web page and the linked resources for critical information regarding course policies and resources. You are expected to abide by all the rules and regulations regarding student conduct referenced in these pages.  http://cas.umkc.edu/CPR/