Soft Sculpture

A series of demonstrations that explore 2D and 3D surfaces will introduce students to the traditional methods of sewing woven and stretch fabrics, felting, knitting, dyeing, knotting and weaving. Digital demonstrations will explore pattern design for laser and CNC cutting, digital embroidery and textile design that can be outsourced to SVA's large format fabric printers. Thermoplastics such as Fosshape and Worbla will be explored, and embellishments such as beading, feathers and lace, can be applied. A final sculpture will incorporate many of these techniques.