Breeann Deibler's BFA Exhibition-Memory Guardians

Senior Fibers & Material Studies major Breeann Deibler will be having her BFA show opening reception this coming Friday evening, February 3rd. The reception will take place at 6pm in the Stella Elkins Tyler Gallery in the lower level of Tyler School of Art. The exhibition opens tomorrow, Wednesday, February 1st. Check it out if you are around, it is sure to be great! Congratulations Bree!

Reva Urban Lecture Presented by Gerald Silk

Reva Urban (eventually known simply as “Reva”) was an American woman artist who achieved success in the art world in the 1950s and 1960s, but has essentially vanished from art history. Her career offers important insights into the relationship of gender to art production, form and content. This talk will examine her innovative shaped canvases and constructions and address how her sense of identify affected her output. Like that of some of her contemporaries, Reva’s engagement in feminist ideas augured concerns that became increasingly prominent in the art of the late 1960s and beyond.
Time & Date
February 2nd, 12:30pm-1:50pm

Location Information: Main Campus - Gladfelter Hall Room: 10th floor

Contact Information:
Name: Center for the Humanities
Phone: 2152046386
Email: chat@temple.edu

Temple sponsor organization: College of Liberal Arts

stephanie lanter

Bitter, 2005, Earthenware, glaze, ink, copper wire, found doilies, 8x8x4, DoubleSucker with Bonnet, 2007, Earthenware, terra sigillata, crocheted nylon monofilament, 5.5x11x13, DoubleBib, 2007, Earthenware, crocheted nylon, hardware, 27x7x2

see more here.

It's Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week spring/summer 2012!

 Chanel, Photo credit: Reuters

 Chanel. Photo credit: AFP

 Giambattista Valli. Photo credit: Reuters

 Giambattista Valli. Photo credit: Reuters

 Giambattista Valli. Photo credit: Reuters

 Giambattista Valli. Photo credit: Reuters

Giambattista Valli. Photo credit: Reuters

 Christian Dior. Photo credit: AFP

 Christian Dior. Photo credit: EPA

 Christian Dior. Photo credit: AFP

Christian Dior. Photo credit: AFP

For more: http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/

I ♥ CZ- Susie Brandt Installation

I ♥ CZ

SUSIE BRANDT

THROUGH FEBRUARY 14th

In celebration of Valentines Day, Temple Gallery has commissioned artist Susie Brandt to create an artwork led by love. Brandt's response is I <3 CZ. CZ refers to the late fiber artist Claire Zeisler. Based in Chicago for much of her life, Zeisler (1903-1991) was internationally known for her draped forms of braided and knotted threads. These "Cousin It" like sculptures are the inspiration for Brandt's commission. Made from 120 skeins of red Red Heart yarn, Brandt's commission will spill over the gallery couch and floor in a loving tribute to Claire Zeisler.

Susie Brandt is an artist who worked at the Claire Zeisler Workshop in Chicago over the summer of 1986. Now living in Baltimore, Brandt's work has addressed issues of domesticity, consumption, abundance, time, and devotion. Her work has been included in numerous solo and group exhibitions both nationally and internationally. Brandt is on the faculty of the Fiber and Foundation Department at Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore.

*text taken from Tyler School of Art Exhibitions Announcement

A number of our majors assisted Susie with the installation, Fiber & Material Studies Senior Rachel Barnes is pictured in the above photograph.

Natural Dye Workshop in the Temple Gallery

The Temple Gallery at Tyler School of Art will be hosting a number of natural dye workshops, the first is this Friday.
This week see BLUEREDYELLOW on Friday, January 27 from 2-5pm
Join us for the first of a three-session workshop with Philadelphia-based design and natural dye house, BLUEREDYELLOW. During this first session, BLUEREDYELLOW will demonstrate how to prepare fabric for natural dyes, prepare an indigo fermentation vat, as well as discuss plant dyes, resist and over-dye methods. The other scheduled workshops will be held on Friday, February 10, and Friday, February 24, both from 2-5pm. Space is limited, if you want to come call Sarah at 215-777-9138 to reserve a spot.
Elissa Gwen Meyers and Mira Sophia Adornetto are BLUEREDYELLOW. By growing and harvesting local dyes, the intention of BLUEREDYELLOW is to provide comfortable, natural, chemical-free textiles with the smallest environmental footprint possible. Click here (http://blueredandyellow.wordpress.com) to read more.

Langhorne Carpet Co.

We recently had the opportunity to visit the Langhorne Carpet Co. in Penndel, PA. The Langhorne Carpet Co. is a family owned business that has been in operation since 1930 and is one of only two surviving decorative carpet mills in the country. They are currently running a student design competition that will result in a student designed carpet being put into production on a Jacquard Wilton broadloom and being made available as a finished product through the company. Visiting the mill was an eye opening experience about textile production in this country and the beauty of design and craft through industry. More information about the mill can be found on their website: www.langhornecarpets.com

judy paul

Robot No. 3, 2008, Vinyl, marbles, thread and polyester stuffing, 8 x 5 x 11, Robot No. 5, 2008, Vinyl, marbles, thread and polyester stuffing, 8 1/2 x 9 x 12, Robot No. 17, 2008, Vinyl, marbles, thread and polyester stuffing, 9 1/2 x 12 x 12

see more here.

Elissa Auther - Keynote Speaker, Fiber in the 21st Century Art World, Reception and Lecture, Moore College of Art and Design Friday, March 2 @ 2:30 pm*.

Elissa Auther - Keynote Speaker, Fiber in the 21st Century Art World, Reception and Lecture, Moore College of Art and Design Friday, March 2 @ 2:30 pm*.

FiberPhiladelphia Opening Event. Auther is the author of the book Spring, Felt, Thread. After the lecture there will be openings all around Philadelphia. 

Elissa Auther will discuss the explosion of fiber and fiber-based practices in contemporary art and everyday life. The 21st century has witnessed a tremendous increase in the visibility of fiber in art, a rise related to the broader currency of craft within the context of DIY and artisan movements, among other social, political, and cultural forces. In this talk, Auther discusses this terrain, with an emphasis on the unique role fiber has played in the expansion of artistic practice today.

YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND THIS LECTURE VIA EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.com/register?orderid=64995442117&ebtv=C&eid=2702664743&client_token=noqueue

Register as soon as possible to reserve a spot to attend this lecture.

Also check out all the other events at: http://fiberphiladelphia.smarterbydesignonline.com/

Moore College of Art and Design

20th Street and the Parkway

Philadelphia, PA 19103

215-965-4027

http://www.moore.edu/

The Deadline is Looming: Application for Fibers and Material Studies M.F.A., beginning Fall 2012, due Sunday, January 15th, 2012.

The Deadline is Looming: Application for Fibers and Material Studies M.F.A., beginning Fall 2012, due Sunday, January 15th, 2012.

Fibers and Materials Studies, M.F.A. 

TYLER SCHOOL OF ART
Application Deadline:
Fall: January 15
All applications are evaluated together after the deadline date.
APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program. 
https://prd-ssb.temple.edu/prod8/bwskalog.P_DispLoginNon


Letters of Reference: Number Required: 3
From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members, gallery directors, and/or curators familiar with the applicant's academic and artistic competence.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:
40 undergraduate studio credits and 12 art history credits are required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:
A baccalaureate degree and a portfolio specific to Fibers and Materials Studies are required.
Statement of Goals:
The Statement of Goals should be approximately 500-1,000 words and should include the following elements: your specific interest in Tyler's program; your research goals; your future career goals; and your academic and artistic achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted: 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, or 79 internet-based.
Portfolio:
As a Master of Fine Arts applicant, you must submit a portfolio that consists of 20 images representative of the immediate direction of your work. Portfolios are to be uploaded at https://temple.slideroom.com/, as instructed at the website. SlideRoom requires an additional fee for this service. Original work, slides, CD-ROMs, catalogs, photographs, books, and/or binders are not acceptable substitutes for the SlideRoom portfolio and will not be reviewed or returned.
Resume:
A resume is required.
Transfer Credit:
Upon approval of the Art Education Coordinator, the student's advisor, and the Associate Dean, up to 9 credits of graduate work completed at Temple University within a five-year period may be transferred into the program. Up to 6 credits of graduate coursework taken at other accredited institutions within the prior five years before matriculation may be considered for transfer into the program after the student has enrolled. No decisions are made until students have successfully completed 15 matriculated semester hours of the degree. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 9.
Program Requirements
General Program Requirements:
Total Number of Credits Required to Earn the Degree:  60, including 33-36 credits in Projects and Seminar Classes, 12 credits in Art History, and 12-15 credits in Studio Electives.
Projects and Seminar Classes (33-36 credits):
CRAFTS 8201:  Graduate Seminar, Ceramics/Glass/Fibers (4 semesters)
CRAFTS 8383:  Graduate Projects, Fibers (4 semesters)
CRAFTS 9384:  Graduate Thesis Exhibition: Fibers (1 semester)
CRAFTS 9395:  Graduate Thesis Research: Fibers (2 semesters)
TYLER 8000:  Interdisciplinary Seminar (1 semester)
Art History (12 credits):
Of the four required courses, two must be Art History Seminar classes chosen from a range of graduate offerings (5000 to 5800 or 8000 to 9980).  Please visit the Art History course listing for more information.
Studio Electives (12-15 credits):
Course descriptions can be viewed on the Graduate School website and in the Undergraduate Bulletin. Please note that taking any course under the 5000 level for graduate credit requires prior approval from the studio area head.
Internship: No internship is required.
Language Examination: No language examination is required.
Culminating Events:
An approved thesis exhibition, written statement of working philosophy, and slide and/or CD portfolio are required at the final review in order to meet the M.F.A. requirements. The thesis exhibition should be the fruit of the two years' studio research and practice in which the student engaged.
The student defends her/his thesis exhibition to the review committee. The committee then evaluates the exhibition as pass with distinction, pass, or fail.
Contacts
Program Contact Information:
www.temple.edu/tyler/fibers/index.html
Department Information:
Graduate Admissions Office
Tyler School of Art 
2001 N. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
tylergrd@temple.edu
215-777-9090
Department Contacts:
Admissions:
Nicole Howard 
tylergrd@temple.edu 
215-777-9090
Graduate Chairperson:
Nicholas Kripal
nicholas.kripal@temple.edu
215-777-9168
Interim Fibers and Material Studies Area Head:
C. Pazia Mannella
pazia@temple.edu
Chairperson:
Nicholas Kripal 
nicholas.kripal@temple.edu 
215-777-9168
About the Program
The graduate program in Fibers and Materials Studies is a two-year, 60-credit program leading to the Master of Fine Arts degree. Our nationally recognized faculty, who bring to the program a reputation for excellence in teaching with a wide range of attitudes and philosophical positions, are complemented by an extensive schedule of visiting artists and critics. Students can also draw from the cultural resources of Philadelphia and the nearby art centers of New York and Washington, DC.
Time Limit for Degree Completion: 4 years
Campus Location: Main
Full-Time/Part-Time Status: Full-time status is required.
Department Information:
Graduate Admissions Office
Tyler School of Art 
2001 N. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
tylergrd@temple.edu
215-777-9090
Interdisciplinary Study:
The focus in Fibers and Materials Studies is augmented and balanced by specially designed graduate-level Art History courses and seminars; a required interdisciplinary seminar; and studio electives that ensure cross-disciplinary contact among students.
Affiliation(s): Not applicable.
Study Abroad: The Crafts area participates in faculty and student exchange programs with the Glasgow School of Art in Scotland.
Ranking: Not applicable.
Accreditation: This degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Areas of Specialization:
In the Fibers area, equipment is available for traditional and contemporary techniques, including new technologies that allow the development of surface imagery with photographic stencils, as well as the creation of weave structures on a computer AVL loom. Students are encouraged to experiment with the materials, techniques, and concepts previously developed in their work.
Job Placement:
The M.F.A. program prepares graduates for careers as professional artists, craftspersons, designers, and educators.
Licensure: Not applicable.
Non-Degree Student Policy: M.F.A. courses are restricted to matriculated students.
Financing Opportunities:
The principal duties of a Teaching Assistant (TA) or Academic Intern (AI) include assisting faculty members in preparing apparatus or materials for demonstrations and maintenance and/or monitoring of studio and exhibition areas and equipment.

Brook Abboud's, recent Fibers and Material Studies area graduate, Etsy store.

Brook Abboud, recent Fibers and Material Studies area graduate, has been getting some serious buzz for her stuffed food sculptures/functional objects featured in her Etsy store. If you want a conversation starter or just always wondered what it would be like to be smothered in cheese or butter (fabric of course) check out the awesome items available in her store.


http://www.etsy.com/shop/brookish7

A Sense of Place, Curated By Bruce Hoffman, Philadelphia Art Alliance, February 2 - April 21, 2012.

Philadelphia Art Alliance
251 South 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tel: 215-545-4302
Fax: 215-545-0767
http://philartalliance.org/


FiberPhiladelphia
The International Biennial and Regional Festival for Innovative Fiber/Textile Art.
http://www.fiberphiladelphia.org/