Raymond Heffner

Raymond Heffner serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Visual Arts Education at Lock Haven University, where he teaches across art history, studio practice, and foundational curriculum.

His academic credentials include:

• Master of Arts in History of Art from The Ohio State University
• Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking from Louisiana State University
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art/Printmaking from West Virginia University

Professor Heffner's expertise centers on Art History with specialized knowledge spanning Ancient to Medieval periods, Renaissance through Baroque eras, and Contemporary Art since 1950, complemented by regional focus on Asian Art. His studio practice emphasizes Printmaking techniques and historical Graphic Design principles, directly informing courses like History of Graphic Design and advanced printmaking studios.

He developed the foundational course ART100 - Understanding Art and maintains an active teaching load covering Ancient to Medieval Art, Art Since 1950, Drawing sequences, and Senior Capstone projects.