Aaron Henderson

Aaron Henderson's videos and installations examine the personal, cultural and political ramifications of all action, from intimate gestures to displays of super-human acrobatics. Well acquainted with movement, he threw himself into walls and off of platforms for STREB Extreme Action, an acrobatic performance company from 2002-2006. His videos, installations and projection designs have been presented at Lincoln Center, the Wexner Center and many other theaters, colleges and festivals across the country.

Courses Taught

SA 0110 Visual Thinking

Visual Thinking is a survey of concepts, methods, and issues of visual form as a vehicle of visual organization, structure, thought, and expression. The broad scope of the subject is explored through lectures, discussions, critiques, and the process of making images. Students are introduced to the dynamics of composition, relationships of form and content, principles of color, aesthetic issues, visual analysis, perception, and the importance of visual choice, purpose, and creativity in an increasingly image-oriented culture. The course also seeks to provide some experience with a variety of media, develop skills in observation and technique, and encourage personal involvement in solving visual problems. Projects focus on preparation and planning, developing awareness of visual issues, understanding and applying visual concepts, and developing core skills and technique. The course offers a relevant introduction and insight into the process and practice of making art.

Credits: 3

SA 0180 Photo Studio 1

Photo Studio 1 is designed to immerse students in the investigation and creation of photography images. Emphases will be on the practice, history, and aesthetics of lens-based processes as they relate to art and digital technology. Throughout the course, students will gain and/or hone technical skill, but the emphasis will be on the creative use of these tools for artistic expression. Students are encouraged to bring their own camera.

Credits: 3

SA 1270 Digital Studio: Imaging

This course is a studio designed to immerse students in the creation and investigation of digital images. Emphasis will be on the history and aesthetics of lens-based (photographic) processes as they relate to art and digital technology. Throughout the course, you will gain and/or hone technical skill, but the emphasis will be on the use of the camera and computer within an art context. Thoughtfulness, experimentation and curiosity is emphasized and encouraged.

Credits: 3

SA 1380 Digital Studio: Video

This is an advanced course designed for students to intensely experiment and explore the moving digital image in an art context. Students will explore the concepts and skills involved in working with digital video - from pre to post-production. In addition, they will be expected to research contemporary artists. Each student will propose and undertake a final, self-designed project during the final 4 weeks of the term. Students are expected to purchase an external hard drive (firewire, mac compatible, 250GB+) and other necessary equipment and supplies.

Credits: 3

SA 1504 Directed Study: Studio

This is an advanced course for Studio Arts majors who have completed no fewer than 30 credits in Studio Arts. The course is an opportunity for students to create a semester-long self-designed project resulting in a body of advanced work. Regular progress reports and critiques are scheduled with the instructor individually or with the semester's Directed Study group.

As many as three students may register for this course during a semester. Admission is by special permission of the instructor only. Students interested in taking Directed Study courses must meet with the instructor and present a written proposal and/or preliminary studies for approval BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE COURSE. Students who are planning to apply to MFA graduate programs have first priority for enrollment.

Credits: 3