Design Course – (Certificate)

Contents

Paper Design | July 16 – July 20

This short 5-day practical course 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.
Course instructor: Assoc. prof. Ülle Linnuste

Ergonomics and Design | July 23 – July 27

This 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.
Course instructor: Assoc. prof. Ülle Linnuste

Practical Felting | July 30 – August 3

This 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 a created their own felted object.
Course instructor: Christina Lään