Rhode Island School of Design - Portfolio Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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DEPARTMENT OF THE CURRICULUM for the student in textile de- sign provides a sound foundation in design and a further development of his freshman year. De- signing of two dimensional surfaces is explored more intensely in relation to materials and proc- esses. We move from the problems of the textile- designer-craftsman in our second and third years to those of the designer-technician in industry in our fourth. The workshop program offers maxi- mum opportunity for individual development as artists-textile designers in whatever area the stu- dent wishes to specialize (woven or printed). In the sophomore year the student is instructed in the fundamental technical processes, such as setting up warps, warp winding, working draw- ings and drafts, etc. The work of the department throughout the year stresses the study of yarns and fibers, and experimentation with various techniques. Experimentation with the painter- printers media are encouraged so that an intelli- TEXTILE DESIGN gent understanding of abstract and pictorial presentation is developed. In the junior year designing for the power loom introduces the problem of mass production. A study is made of the more complex handweav- ing techniques and various fabric and yarn dyeing processes. Further study in surface- decoration is made for the various hand printing processes such as silk screen and photographic techniques. In the fourth year students select whichever area of specialization (printed or woven) they wish and devote their time to research. In the early part of the year the student is expected to undertake research in merchandising and design- ing fabrics for specific price brackets. In the latter part of the year he has complete freedom in research and a tru ly personal approach is en- couraged. His portfolio is developed and made ready for his job ahead. ETHEL CUTLER Head, Textile Design Department 20

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JUDITH ANN KAUFMAN, Lynbrook, New York. BFA—Textile Design. Student Council 3, 4, Vice President 4; Class Vice President 4; Bal Masque Committee 3; Social Committee, Chairman 4; Take-A-Break Committee, Chairman 4. JAMES MOSCH, Wyckoff, New Jersey. BFA—Textile Design. Basketball 1, 2, 3; Celanese Fabric 2nd prize, 3. LESLIE RODGERS, New Rochelle, New York. BFA—Textile Design. GLORIA SCHOCHOR, Spring Valley, New York. BFA—Textile Design. WILLIAM R. E. WILDPRETT, Warwick, Rhode Island. BFA—Textile Design. Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Treasurer 2, 3; Sailing Association 2, 3, 4, Commodore 3; Textile Club 4. BABETTE A. WITTENBERG, Bronxville, New York. BFA—Textile Design. Drama Club 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1; Textile Club 2, 3, 4; Student Council 4. 22

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JAMES E. FARRINGTON, Wickford, Rhode Island. BS—Textile Chemistry and Coloring. N.E.T.F. Scholarship 1; Textile Club 2, 3; A.A.T.C.C. 3, 4; Student Council 4. JOHN JOSEPH FEROCE, Greenwood, Rhode Island. BS—Textile Chemistry and Coloring. Textile Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Ski Club 1, 2, 3; A.A.T.C.C. 4; Basketball 1. ANDREW W. FRANCIS, JR., Bristol, Rhode Island. BS—Textile Chemistry and Coloring: Collins and Aikman Corporation Scholarship 1, 2, 3, 4; Dean’s List 1; Student Council 2, 3, 4; Textile Club 1, 2, 3, 4; A.A.T.C.C. 1, 2, 4; Newman Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Regional Representative 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Spectrum 1, 2, Business Manager 2; Portfolio 4. 24 DEPARTMENT OF TEXTILE CHEMISTRY AND COLORING THE INCREASING IMPORTANCE Of science in our modern way of living makes it imperative that college men and women who are preparing for any industry should be trained in the scientific aspects of that industry. Especially is this true of the textile industry for it is in the fields of syn- thetic fibers and the many chemical processes and finishes that some of our most dramatic advances have come. Thus, the super-strong tire cord, faster colors for upholsteries, and crush-resistant fabrics for dresses and suitings are only three of the many cases whose foundations are based on pure and textile chemistries. To provide such a training, Textile Chemistry consists of a four-year curriculum stressing the chemistry of the industry’s fibers and materials. The department also strives to provide a thor- ough understanding of the pure chemistries that are applicable to any industry. In addition to these, there are the equally useful specialty courses, such as microscopy, dyeing, textile test- ing, and finishing. And to “round out” the de- velopment of the student for executive or chemi- cal research positions, or for graduate work, courses in psychology, textile engineering orienta- tion, economics and other courses as well are scheduled in such a manner that a well-balanced program results.