Program Overview

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Introduction to the Printmaking Program

The printmaking curriculum at Herron School of Art + Design provides comprehensive exposure to traditional and contemporary tools and processes, as well as book arts. Students learn a refined balance of technical skills while developing individual drawing, self-expression, conceptual, and critical thinking prowess.

Plan of Study

The plan of study for the printmaking program includes critical courses and milestones for each semester towards a B.F.A. in printmaking. The IU Indianapolis Campus Bulletin outlines the required course names and descriptions for a B.F.A. in printmaking.

Foundation Studies

The first year at Herron focuses on skills that are crucial to success in art and design school. Students explore basic principles and techniques, as well as their own historical, cultural, and personal influences as an artist or designer.

Facilities

The printmaking facilities at Herron are located in Eskenazi Hall and comprise well-equipped studios for lithography, etching and relief, and screen printing. The facilities include:

• Charles Brand lithographic press and large Rutherford offset press
• Takach, Parks, and Fuchs and Lang lithographic presses
• More than 100 lithography stones in varying sizes
• Stone, aluminum plates, and photo plate lithographic processes
• Large graining sink for lithography
• Rubber rollers of all sizes
• Drying racks
• Fully equipped acid room for zinc and copper plates
• French Tool etching press
• Two Charles Brand etching presses
• Praga etching press
• Two table-top Takach presses for etching, monotype, and relief
• 88-by-72-inch vacuum table for screen printing
• Large exposure units and darkroom
• Full range of Hanco, Speedball, and etching inks
• Dedicated computer lab with Epson Stylus Pro digital printer
• Access to the Think It Make It Lab as well as ceramics, photography, and sculpture facilities

Enhance Your Degree

Pursuing a minor or certificate can help broaden your perspective and give you a competitive advantage in your chosen field. Available options include:

• Minor in Art History
• Minor in Book Arts

Professional Opportunities

Many of Herron's printmaking alumni are self-employed, exhibiting and selling their work, and teaching at community art centers. Career paths may include:

• Master printer
• Studio owner
• Pre-press designer
• Educator or instructor
• Curator of works on paper
• Shop technician
• Artist in residence
• Book artist

Degree Programs

Herron School of Art + Design offers a range of degree programs, including:

• Art Education (B.A.E.)
• Art History (B.A.)
• Art Therapy (M.A.)
• Ceramics (B.F.A.)
• Communication Design (M.Des.)
• Drawing & Illustration (B.F.A.)
• Furniture Design (B.F.A.)
• Integrative Studio Practice (B.F.A.)
• Music Technology (B.S.)
• Music Technology (M.S.)
• Music Technology (Ph.D.)
• Music Therapy (B.S.)
• Music Therapy (M.S.)
• Music Therapy (Ph.D.)
• Painting (B.F.A.)
• Photography (B.F.A.)
• Printmaking (B.F.A.)
• Sculpture (B.F.A.)
• Visual Art (M.F.A.)
• Visual Communication Design (B.F.A.)

Undergraduate Degree Programs

• Honors Program
• Foundation Studies Program

Graduate Degree Programs

Available graduate degree programs include:

• Art Therapy (M.A.)
• Communication Design (M.Des.)
• Music Technology (M.S.)
• Music Technology (Ph.D.)
• Music Therapy (M.S.)
• Music Therapy (Ph.D.)
• Visual Art (M.F.A.)

Minors & Certificates

Available minors and certificates include:

• Minor in Art
• Minor in Art History
• Minor in Book Arts
• Minor in Graphic Design
• Minor in Studio Art and Technology
• Certificate in Pre-Art Therapy
• Graduate Certificate in Design Thinking
• Music Minor
• Music Technology Minor
• Architectural and Interior Design Graphics Certificate

Art Electives for Non-Art Majors

Available art electives for non-art majors include a range of courses in art and design.

Music Electives for Non-Music Majors

Available music electives for non-music majors include a range of courses in music and music technology.

Global Education

Herron School of Art + Design offers global education opportunities for students to study abroad and engage in international art and design experiences.