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VIDEO: Class Lesson Challenges Students in Paper Construction
Students used scissors and paper to build a volvelle wheel, a two-part design, as part of the University Honors seminar, “William Morris and His World.”
As the Industrial Revolution swept through Great Britain, William Morris became one of the world’s most influential designers whose work was the basis of the Arts & Crafts Movement in Great Britain during the late 19th to early 20th centuries. This English movement in applied art, and indirectly in architecture, emphasized the importance of craftsmanship and high standards of design for everyday objects.
The UC course is led by Kristi Nelson, professor of art history and senior vice provost, and Cindy Damschroder, UC adjunct associate professor of art history. As guest lecturer, Cincinnati book artist Diane Stemper led the class in the volvelle design.
The students will explore William Morris and his world through lectures and tours at the Cincinnati Art Museum. The course will wrap up with a formal British tea from 3-5 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1, at The BonBonerie Tea Room in Cincinnati.
The University Honors Program is comprised of the top five percent of UC’s undergraduate students. University Honors focuses on unique and challenging academic and hands-on experiences that reflect community engagement, global study, leadership, research and the creative arts.
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