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Exploring Textile Techniques in Metal

Jewelers, textile artists, and sculptors: learn to adapt textile techniques to metal. Learn to weave, knit, crochet, and explore basketry techniques with fine wire and metal, in combination with monofilament and mixed media, to create unique wearables and sculptural forms.

Fall Portfolio Project

Develop a portfolio showing a strong relationship between material, technique, and concept development. In this stimulating and supportive environment, you will not only develop a unique body of work but will also learn and practice how to confidently and professionally present your portfolio. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 499FPP.)

Fall Portfolio Project

Develop a portfolio showing a strong relationship between material, technique, and concept development. In this stimulating and supportive environment, you will not only develop a unique body of work but will also learn and practice how to confidently and professionally present your portfolio. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 699FPP.)

Directed Study

Refine your skills. As a Master of Fine Arts degree candidate, you’ll complete course assignments to develop the conceptual, design, and technical skills needed to successfully complete your MFA Thesis Project and/or portfolio. You must have passed your midpoint review. Director approval required. Fees and prerequisites will vary by topic.

3D Printing and Modeling

Learn professional 3D modeling techniques specifically for using a 3D printer. Learn it all: 3D modeling, various options in printing materials, various printing processes, preparing files for 3D printing, and post-processing methods. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 243.)

Laser Cutting and Milling

Using industry-standard software and digital fabrication techniques, you’ll develop vectors and rasters to be laser cut or machined with a CNC mill into precise, intricate designs in a variety of materials. Enhance your individualized projects with these new contemporary techniques. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 233.)

3D Printing and Modeling

Learn professional 3D modeling techniques specifically for using a 3D printer. Learn it all: 3D modeling, various options in printing materials, various printing processes, preparing files for 3D printing, and post-processing methods. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 660.)

Contemporary Jewelry Rendering and Design

Design, render, and professionally present your original jewelry collection. Learn to hand-render gemstones and metals using watercolor, colored pencils, digital media, and illustrative historical references. Impress your clients as you collaborate on their custom designs.

Welding and Smithing

Gas. Arc. MIG. TIG. Working from maquettes, you’ll use these welding techniques and combine them with smithing to create wearable forms, free-standing sculptures, or wall pieces.

Laser Cutting and Milling

Using industry-standard software and digital fabrication techniques, you’ll develop vectors and rasters to be laser cut or machined with a CNC mill into precise, intricate designs in a variety of materials. Enhance your individualized projects with these new contemporary techniques. (This course is cross-listed with JEM 668.)