In this course students will create pieces of material culture reflective of Indigenous knowledge values and principles with a focus on producing utilitarian items. Students will journal about their creative process and provide an artist’s statement for each item created in the course. Assessment will be based on a combination of written submissions and created pieces. Specific projects may include sewing, quilting, beadwork, pottery, basketry, etc.
In this course students will create pieces of material culture reflective of Indigenous knowledge values and principles with a focus on producing utilitarian items. Students will journal about their creative process and provide an artist’s statement for each item created in the course. Assessment will be based on a combination of written submissions and created pieces. Specific projects may include sewing, quilting, beadwork, pottery, basketry, etc.
