AR 180 - Introduction to Crafts

Institution:

Bethany College - West Virginia

Subject:

Description:

2 hours During alternate Spring semesters, this course consists of an exploration into jewelry making. Fabrication and casting processes will be covered in the course. Students are instructed in the safe use of materials and processes. Students will be introduced to the historical and contemporary function and structure of jewelry in varied cultural contexts. This course is designed to meet the needs of a person wishing to develop skills for personal enrichment, and must be taken by the Art Teaching major. During the summer session, this course consists of an exploration into the creation of three-dimensional woven structures. Students will create baskets and woven structures using age old processes. They will learn about processed materials, which they can purchase and how to forage for their own materials from their environment. Students are instructed in the safe use of materials and processes. This course is designed to meet the needs of a person wishing to develop skills for personal enrichment, and can be taken only as an elective for the Art Teaching major.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bethanywv.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 829-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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