Course List
Roanoke College - Courses Offered - Art
ART 101 E
Title: Arts and Crafts in the Schools
Instructor: Ms. Susan WatsonBlock: E3
Time: T/TH 4:30PM-6:00PM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1/2
Comments: Studio: 3 hrs/wk.; 2nd six weeks
Catalog Description: Lecture and group discussion on arts and crafts as a form of communication. Emphasis on teaching arts and crafts in schools. Includes work in fibers, clay, paper, and other areas. (Does not apply to major or minor programs in art.) Lecture/Studio: 3 hrs/wk.
ART 111 A
Title: Drawing I
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: T/TH 1:10PM-3:10PM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1
Catalog Description: This course is designed to develop a fundamental understanding of drawing through various approaches, techniques, and media. Emphasis will be on building skills and knowledge through the act of drawing, working primarily from life. Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 121 A
Title: Painting I
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: M/W 9:50AM-11:50AM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1
Catalog Description: Introduction to basic principles of painting: knowledge and use of media, understanding of color, composition, and form using the painting medium, and development of different styles and techniques. Emphasis will be on building skills and knowledge through the act of painting, working primarily from life. Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 131 A
Title: Photography I
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: T/TH 9:00AM-11:00AM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Comments: 35 mm Camera required 35 mm Camera
Catalog Description: Theory and practice of black and white photographic processes including film development, paper processing, camera mechanics, image composition, and history of photography. (35mm camera required.) Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 131 B
Title: Photography I
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: M/W 1:00PM-3:10PM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Comments: 35 mm Camera required
Catalog Description: Theory and practice of black and white photographic processes including film development, paper processing, camera mechanics, image composition, and history of photography. (35mm camera required.) Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 151 A
Title: Two-Dimensional Design
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: M/W 9:50AM-11:50AM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Catalog Description: An exploration of the theory and practice of artfundamentals. Introduction to the elements ofstudio art, including form, line, shape, value,texture, color, space, content, and style.Emphasis on visual problem-solving, the vocabularyof art, and craftsmanship in the use of materials.Computer applications in graphics introduced.Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 171 A
Title: Ceramics I
Instructor: Mr. R. Scott HardwigBlock:
Time: T/TH 1:10PM-3:10PM
Room: OLIN 235
Units: 1
Catalog Description: An introduction to clay emphasizing both hand building and throwing on the wheel; both ceramic sculpture and pottery vessels will be made. The focus is on understanding clay in both technical and creative terms. Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 211 A
Title: Drawing II
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: T/TH 9:00AM-11:30AM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1
Comments: Art 111
Catalog Description: This course is designed to broaden the students understanding of drawing through exploration of various topics which could include: development of subject matter, contemporary drawing issues, expression and representation, the human form, etc. We will work from life and imagination. Lecture/Studio: 5 hrs/wk.
ART 261 E
Title: Graphic Design & Reproduction
Instructor: Mr. Cole F. HartsonBlock:
Time: T/TH 6:00PM-8:30PM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Comments: Art 111 or 151 or permission
Catalog Description: Introduction to basic layout design with an emphasis on the stages of camera-ready art production and the use of computers. Lecture/Studio: 5 hrs/wk.
ART 311 A
Title: Drawing III
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: T/TH 9:00AM-11:30AM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1
Comments: Art 211 ART211A
Catalog Description: Further exploration of themes addressed in ART 211, engaged at the advanced level, with more individualized instruction. Direction of work, creative solutions, and expressive use of drawing medium emphasized; a significant amount of independent work must be produced. Lecture/Studio: 5hrs/wk.
ART 406 A
Title: Independent Study & Research
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: See catalog
Catalog Description: A program of advanced intensive study and experience in art under the guidance of the art area staff. Lecture/Studio: Hours vary.
ART 406 B
Title: Independent Study & Research
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: See catalog
Catalog Description: A program of advanced intensive study and experience in art under the guidance of the art area staff. Lecture/Studio: Hours vary.
