”SCREEN & SENSES / DIGITAL WEAVING”

Bergen Academy of Art and Design (KHiB) invites students from CIRRUS partner universities to participate in the textile workshop ”Screen & Senses / Digital Weaving” – 29 September-24 October (weeks 40-43).

Aim: To introduce methods in weaving with a range of tools on different technological levels. Challenge the students to find new approaches to construction and building of 2D and 3D objects and fabric.

Content: Introduction to the art of weaving for different application and context. Theory for weave construction by using one or more thread systems in warp and weft. Experiments by using mechanical and digital looms (TC-1 and TC-2). Methods for developing  motives and patterns by using Photoshop in combination with Nedgraphics software. Preparing files for handweaving and/or industrial production.

CIRRUS student seats: 2
Level: BA and MA
Credits: 6 ECTS
Application deadline: September 7

Please write a brief letter of motivation explaining why you wish to participate in the course and send it to tale.vik@khib.no.

After KHIB has confirmed that you have a seat at the course, please fill in CIRRUS student application (https://cirrus.artun.ee/mobility-for-students/) and send/give it along with confirming e-mail to your home institution’s CIRRUS coordinator, who will e-mail it to CIRRUS Secretariat.