2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

DESN1547 Textiles: Visual Studies and Research 1

30 creditsClass Size: 35

Module manager: Dr Kevin Laycock
Email: k.laycock@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2020/21

Module replaces

DESN 1560 and DESN 1561

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

The purpose of this module is to introduce students to a range of visual research methods and studio practices. The module provides an introduction to the use of contemporary and historical art and design resources. This will include the visual analysis and interpretation of artefacts for inspiration and contextualisation of your textiles design work. Emphasis will be placed upon experimentation with conventional and non-conventional textile materials and techniques. The module also includes a laboratory session in colour matching and separation.

Objectives

The object of the module is to introduce students' to a range of visual research methods and mixed media textile design practices. Students will explore the formal elements of design through a variety of techniques that include: colour mixing, collage; drawing; repeat pattern drafting and painting. The module will prepare students to write a studio commentary in context using a range of visual research methods including visual analysis and interpretation techniques.

Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will have provided evidence of being able to:
1. prepare a written studio commentary in context using a range of visual research methods including visual analysis and interpretation techniques;
2. understand the purpose of visual research and development as the preparatory stage forming techniques and ideas for mixed textile design practice for commercial textile design;
3. use of a range of drawing techniques to record and interpret natural and man-made forms;
4. knowledge and understanding of the principles of repeat pattern drafting for textiles and surface pattern design;
5. demonstrate an understanding of colour theory and mixing techniques based on early British and Modern European painting;
6. understand the principles of colour matching and chromatography;

Skills outcomes
- Creative and laboratory practice skills including (but not limited to):
- Collage;
- Colour matching;
- Drafting (repeat pattern);
- Drawing;
- Laser cutting;
- Object making;
- Painting;
- Photography;
- Printmaking;
- Practice informed by historical and contemporary art and design practice and academic research.

Syllabus

Indicative content includes:
- Introduction to a range of visual studies techniques including, collage, drafting (repeat pattern), drawing, laser cutting, object making, painting, photography, and printmaking;
- Introduction and understanding of the relationship between creativity, research context and textile design practice;
- Development and understanding of critical decision making in the choice of textiles substrates and processes.

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Laboratory	1	3.00	3.00
Lecture	4	1.00	4.00
Practical	22	3.00	66.00
Private study hours			227.00
Total Contact hours			73.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			300.00

Private study

Students will be expected to further develop the design, research, analysis and technical skills that have been introduced during the various teaching and learning methods throughout their independent learning that is an important element of design education.

Indicative breakdown of independent learning
- Reading for lectures and studio sessions (20 hours)
- Preparation of reference and written studio commentary in context (30 hours)
- Preparation of portfolio (177 hours)

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

1. regular attendance and participation in all taught classes (absences will be dealt with through the normal School channels);
2. students will receive regular tutorial guidance with verbal feedback during the studio sessions;
3. students will be required to attend two peer critiques per semester. The critiques will provide a formal opportunity to view and comment on each other's work;
4. Students will receive written feedback on creative practice and written commentary in context at the end of semester 1.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Reflective log	Written studio commentary in context. 1000 words. Submitted online.	20.00
Portfolio	A submission of creative portfolio practice	80.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Resit for practical-based assessment (verbal presentation, practical and portfolio) will take the form of a 2000 word report to cover the learning outcomes.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 22/09/2020

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