Courses
Art for Non-majors
- HER-E 101 Beginning Drawing I (3 cr.) Introduction to drawing, exploring a wide range of techniques. Study from nature and still-life objects and sketching from the model.
- HER-E 102 Beginning Drawing II (3 cr.) Introduction to drawing, exploring a wide range of techniques. Study from nature and still-life objects and sketching from the model.
- HER-E 103 Two-Dimensional Design Theory (3 cr.) Comprehensive study of design elements and principles through the investigation of two-dimensional space. Students explore basic two-dimensional concepts such as figure/ground, grouping principles, grid, symmetry, rhythm, and pattern. As a result of this course, students develop a visual language for analyzing, organizing, and communicating two-dimension principles.
- HER-E 105 Beginning Painting I (3 cr.) Introduction to the techniques of painting. Aspects of pictorial composition; wide range of media. Painting from still life and live model.
- HER-E 106 Beginning Painting II (3 cr.) Introduction to the techniques of painting. Aspects of pictorial composition; wide range of media. Painting from still life and live model.
- HER-E 109 Color and Design for Non-Art Majors (3 cr.) Introduction to basic design and color theory through the manipulation of imagery in two-dimensional media. Equal emphasis on thought process and manual skills.
- HER-E 111 Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design (3 cr.) Introduction of metalsmithing techniques used to create fine art jewelry and metal sculpture. Course will cover metalsmithing processes, materials, tools and equipment as well as historic and contemporary jewelry design. Topics include: sawing, cold connecting sheet metal, stone setting, craftsmanship and studio safety.
- HER-E 113 Introduction to Sculpture (3 cr.) Provides an overview of basic skills used to create three-dimensional art to explore traditional and contemporary sculpture materials. Emphasis is on both additive and subtractive methods of working. Goals include acquiring technical skills, understanding the physical and expressive possibilities of sculpture, and learning safe, appropriate use of tools and materials.
- HER-E 201 Photography I for Non-Art Majors (3 cr.) Introduction to the basics of black-and-white fine art photography for non-art majors only. Students provide their own fully manual 35mm camera.
- HER-E 202 Photography II for Non-Art Majors (3 cr.) Introduction to the basics of black-and-white fine art photography for non-art majors only. Students provide their own fully manual 35mm camera.
- HER-E 204 Beginning Ceramics Handbuilding for Non-Art Majors (3 cr.) Beginning studio introduction to handbuilding, glazing, and firing of clay as expressive studio medium applicable to contemporary and sculptural concepts.
- HER-E 205 Portrait Painting I (3 cr.) Includes the study of features and basic construction of the head. Exploration of various media. Emphasis on rendering flesh tones, form, and colors with respect to the model.
- HER-E 209 Drawing for Interior Design (3 cr.) P: HER-E 101, INTR 103, ART 117. Applied drawing with an emphasis on communicating ideas and developing schematic drawing skills. Students will learn to define their ability to think in three dimensions and to represent ideas for three-dimensional space in drawing.
- HER-E 214 Visual Learning: From The Simpsons to the Guerrilla Girls (3 cr.) Designed for the novice, this class facilitates viewers in interpreting powerful images from our contemporary world, starting with art and moving across popular culture and academic disciplines. Classes involve making and interpreting images. Essential questions help students examine how visual images impact their lives. Convenes at Herron with off-site visits to museums and public spaces.
- HER-E 220 Exploring Art (1-3 cr.) Introduction to materials, techniques, and uses of a specific art media. Course will focus on a material or artistic approach to introduce students to art making. Demonstrations, lectures, and critiques support art assignments. Topics change to coordinate with current faculty expertise and interest in the community.
- HER-H 100 Art Appreciation (3 cr.) An understanding and appreciation of outstanding works of art through analysis of artistic purposes and techniques, and knowledge of historical style and subject matter. Not counted as credit toward the B.F.A. or B.A.E. degree, nor toward the major or minor requirements in art history.