Course List
Roanoke College - Courses Offered - Art
ART 101 E
Title: Arts and Crafts in the Schools
Instructor: Mrs. Jeanne M. StewartBlock: E3
Time: T/TH 4:30PM-6:00PM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1/2
Catalog Description: Lecture and group discussion on arts and craftsas a form of communication. Emphasis on teachingarts and crafts in schools. Includes work infibers, clay, paper, and other areas. (Does notapply 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: 35mm 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 181 A
Title: Sculpture I
Instructor: Mr. R. Scott HardwigBlock:
Time: M/W 1:10PM-3:10PM
Room: OLIN 236
Units: 1
Catalog Description: An introduction to the basic ways of seeing and responding to the third dimension. The course is organized as a series of projects which approach the use of materials, the construction of forms, and the articulation of artistic concepts in a variety of ways. Lecture/Studio: 4 hrs/wk.
ART 211 E
Title: Drawing II
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: M/W 6:30PM-9:00PM
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 231 A
Title: Photography II
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: M/W 1:10PM-3:40PM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Comments: Art 131 and 35 mm camera.
Catalog Description: Continuation of Introduction to Photography with more advanced problems and more independent outside work on the part of the student. Fundamentals of studio lighting, use of medium format camera, archival print processing, experimental techniques, computer imaging applications, and historical context of styles will be explored. 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 Art 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 281 A
Title: Sculpture II
Instructor: Mr. R. Scott HardwigBlock:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Art 181.
Catalog Description: Further exploration of the methods and techniques of three-dimensional form. Additive, subtractive, and constructive procedures using wood, clay, stone, and metal will be emphasized. Lecture/Studio: 5 hrs/wk.
ART 311 E
Title: Drawing III
Instructor: Ms. Katherine ShortridgeBlock:
Time: M/W 6:30PM-9:00PM
Room: OLIN 320
Units: 1
Comments: Art 211.
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 331 A
Title: Photography III
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: M/W 1:10PM-3:40PM
Room: OLIN 323
Units: 1
Comments: Art 231.
Catalog Description: Advanced study of materials, techniques, and equipment in traditional and digital photography. A significant amount of mature work must be produced based on individual projects proposed by the student. Lecture/Studio: 5 hrs/wk.
ART 406 A
Title: Independent Study & Research
Instructor: Mr. R. Scott HardwigBlock:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Completion of all coursework in area of interest & submission of a written proposal following guidelines.
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 416 A
Title: Art Internship
Instructor: Ms. Elizabeth K. HeilBlock:
Time: TBA
Room:
Units: 1
Comments: Completion of all coursework in area of interest & submission of a written proposal following guidelines.
Catalog Description: Practical experience working in or with artistic organization as participant-observer, leading to the preparation of a report which describes and evaluates that organizations activities. Lecture/Studio: Hours vary.
