Situated Scaffolds

Graduate / Professional

This course is a material interrogation of how to use, adapt and create structural supports for display. Over the course of the semester we will experiment with a range of methods and materials that situate graphic design within physical contexts. We will study models found in our daily lives, through exhibition visits, from visiting lectures. Students are expected to bring their own references for discussion and inspiration, each generating a sourcebook for ideas and techniques over the course of the semester. Together we will share ideas and resources, building towards collaboration when applicable. The coursework requires students to experiment with and apply the scaffolding methods using their own work and design practice. The semester is broken into three units of focus - each four classes in total. Each unit will include: examining models (either on site, with guest visitors, or in slides), & material experimentations in class, to culminate in final presentations and group critique. Students will work alone or in teams to problem solve material solutions for each thematic framework. 3 Course cr M 1:30pm-4:30pm