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RISD's Textiles BFA program equips you with advanced design skills while embracing a fine arts methodology, featuring specialized courses and projects centered on crafting unique artistic pieces. As you refine your artistic vision and creative workflow, you'll master technical abilities and sophisticated methods to produce groundbreaking 2D and 3D creations. The initial curriculum covers diverse techniques including print design, silkscreen, weaving, knitting, and dyeing, after which you'll specialize in either fine arts or commercial applications. During junior year, students delve deeper into specialized areas of interest while expanding their horizons through cross-disciplinary coursework. Seniors complete a capstone project while engaging in professional internships to bridge academic studies with real-world practice.