Elmer Novotny

1907-1997

Fall 2010

The Textile Arts Program

at KSU (installation shots)

The program in Textile Art fosters creative inquiry, critical thought, and extensive skill development. The unique art and cultural history of textiles studied in conjunction with historic and contemporary art forms a strong visual and contextual foundation. The disciplined practice of structural processes inherent to the field, provide a distinctive vocabulary for the creation of art and design and a springboard for experimentation and innovation. Traditions of making built on repetition, geometry and order provide a link with digital design and technology which is also a strong component of the program.

The extensive undergraduate curriculum features courses in weaving - hand manipulated techniques, loom controlled, and digital - complemented by courses in feltmaking, surface design, and screenprinting. Graduate students may supplement their knowledge base through participation in classes or work more independently.

http://art.kent.edu/academics/crafts/crafts.html#textiles

William Gropper’s America;
Watergate Series #1-10,
Folklore Series #1-10

Toshiko Takaezu
Mercer Forms
May 27–October 24, 2008
This show has been made possible by the generous donation of art work
by Ms. Takaezu to the School of Art Collection in honor of her friend Kirk Mangus, Professor of Art, Kent State University and his wife Eva Kwong.