ART 300 - Papermaking (Put on reserve as of 9/16/15.)

Description:
Hand papermaking techniques, exploring historical and contemporary works/methods. Watermarking, pigmentation, moldmaking, with emphasis on sheetforming and fiber preparation. May be repeated for credit. Put on reserve as of 9/16/15. Will go inactive 8/24/18.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Prepare fibers for papermaking, including a variety of fiber sources (linters, raw pulp, and plant fibers) and beating techniques (by hand, and using the Hollander Beater).
Produce consistent, archival quality paper sheets.
Design and produce a personal watermark for sheet forming.
Prepare color pulps, through dye and pigmentation processes.
Research and discuss historical and technical aspects of hand papermaking.
Work safely with the materials and equipment in the paper studio.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
3/21/08