Haptic Images Workshop

In this workshop, you will be introduced to the Pointcarré Textile CAD software for the Jacquard loom. You will learn the first steps of transforming an image into an intricately woven piece of cloth and how to turn your digital file into a haptic piece of art, an image that you can touch and feel. You will explore the art of making an image by using the structures of crossed yarns in patterns that will shape its highlights and shadows, hence simulating a fabric in which the raised design is incorporated into the weave instead of being printed or dyed on.

For this workshop, you are invited to bring an image to work with. Please consider the following criteria when selecting an image:

• Contrast: High contrast images are most successful. Please note that the final image will be converted to a grayscale, but you are welcome to bring in colour images and convert them using Photoshop.
• Resolution: Not too much detail—single objects, portraits, or simple landscapes work best. The resolution of the image will be brought down to 40 dpi, so even a screen capture is acceptable.
• Dimensions: Square format (but we can crop using Photoshop).

There are no prerequisites for this workshop.

Limited space available. Registration on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please e-mail textiles.materiality@concordia.ca to register!

March 13, 2025
1- 4 PM
Textiles and Materiality