This course consists of 3 different workshops. Participants can attend one, two or all three workshops. The first course is a practical course that gives an overview of the opportunities of using paper in design work. The course covers different techniques, such as paper cutting, manual paper-making, different folding techniques, origami, papier mache, all of which are applicable in making books, forms, lamp shades, blinds, shadow theatre, etc.
Simple and easily available materials together with various techniques increase the opportunities for both art and design activities.rnThe second course is a short course that concentrates on the importance of ergonomics in furniture design. A brief theoretical overview is followed by a 5-day practical course in which each participant practices designing different furniture forms ergonomically suited to the human body. During the practical study, many second-hand materials (carton, plywood) are used; the workshop takes place in the open air on a sandy beach and ends with an exhibition of self-made furniture.
The speciality of this course is in the endless opportunities of trying out the various materials available, which in turn increases the opportunities for activities in both art and design.rnThe third course is a short practical course in felting (eg. cell phone bag, handbag, jewelry bag, computer bag or soap / stone) The course begins with an overview on felting technology and continues with practical activities on planning and designing objects, individual instruction and practical felting, using decorations with colored stools or yarn with lace. At the end of the course the participant will have created their own felted object.rn
Period
16-07-2012 - 03-08-2012 (3 weeks)
Target group
This summer course is suitable for all students who are interested in design. No previous knowledge of design is required for course participation.
Course aim
The aim of these courses is to introduce how paper and felting can be used in design and how to design different furniture forms ergonomically suited to the human body.
Credits
0.0 ECTS credits
Course fee
EUR 750: One workshop 270 EUR, two workshops 520 EUR, three workshops 750 EUR. Without cultural programme and accommodation.
Course leader
lle Linnuste, Christina Ln
Tallinn University
Address: Uus-Sadama 5
Postal code: 10120
City: Tallinn
Country: Estonia
Website: http://summerschool.tlu.ee/
E-mail: birgitk@tlu.ee
Phone: 372 6199599
Design Course
