Step into the vibrant world of Taos, New Mexico, where art, fashion, and cultural heritage converge. This immersive four-day, leisure learning course invites adult learners to explore the creative process of fashion design through the lens of regional influence and personal expression. Inspired by the legacy of Martha Reed—the founder of the Doel Reed Center and a champion of artistic exploration—participants will engage in morning sessions that blend lectures, design theory, and sketching practice. Afternoons will feature guided visits to Taos cultural landmarks, including the Millicent Rogers Museum and the Sky Eagle Gallery, where Native fashion and historical artistry inform and enrich our understanding of design. Whether you're a budding designer or an enthusiast of art and fashion history, this course offers a unique opportunity to create and connect within one of America’s most inspiring artistic communities.
Max enrollment: 10
Dr. Lynn M. Boorady is currently a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Design and Merchandising at Oklahoma State University. Prior to that, she was the founding chair of the Fashion and Textile Technology department at Buffalo State University. She is a Fulbright Scholar, prolific designer and speaker. She is currenlty the Advisor of the United States Department of Agriculture sponsored NC-170 Research team.
Diane Limbaugh is an instructor in the area of fashion design and production at Oklahoma State University. Her professional work is focused around product development and apparel manufacturing. Limbaugh currently teaches Basic and Intermediate Apparel Construction, Advanced Apparel Design, and Mass Production. She is the owner of DML Distributing – product developer and distributor of the OSU Tartan Plaid.
Price:
$650.00