Thomas Heger

Thomas Heger is a Professor of Drawing and former faculty member at the Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle. He has held a temporary professorship there from 2006 to 2012 and has been a lecturer at the Freien Kunstschule Stuttgart since 1987. His academic background includes a degree from the Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart (1984–1990).

Education:

• Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste Stuttgart, 1984–1990

Research Interests: Heger focuses on design fundamentals, drawing techniques, and interdisciplinary art projects. His work integrates educational practices with public engagement, as seen in projects like the 'Noah’s Ark on Paper' exhibition at the Halle Zoo. He emphasizes experimental approaches to art and design, fostering creativity through collaborative projects and exhibitions.

Awards:

• 1. Preis der Künstlergilde Ulm (1987)
• Kurt und Vera Deschler-Preis (1991)
• Hans-Helmut Baur-Preis (1999)

Grants & Projects: He has received multiple stipends from institutions like the Landes Baden-Württemberg and the Bartels Fondation. His projects include collaborations with theaters, museums, and educational initiatives, such as the 'Burg Summer School' and exhibitions at the GRASSI Museum.

Labs/Teams: Involved in cross-disciplinary teams like the Textile Arts class and the Game and Learning Design department, fostering innovation in material and conceptual art.