Practice in the potential of objects to tell stories. Methods ranging from craft to new technology will be investigated. Exploration in intermediate level fabrication.

This course explores the intersection of storytelling and environmental restoration through landscape design. Students will engage in the practice of 'storied landscape' design—a model for healing both individuals and nature. By integrating collaborative storytelling and design principles, students will learn how to create living habitats that provide both emotional solace and ecological renewal. The course emphasizes the transformative power of art and design in fostering personal healing, while also promoting conservation and sustainability. Students will develop skills in landscape design, environmental ethics, and visual storytelling, with a focus on how landscapes can serve as restorative spaces. Through the creation of these intimate, life-affirming environments, students will explore the role of nature in emotional and societal healing and learn how personal connections to the natural world can inspire collective action for a healthier planet.