Rate My Professor Kate Leonard

Kate Leonard is a Professor of Art at Colorado College, recognized for her expertise in printmaking, particularly etching and lithography. She earned her M.F.A. from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and her B.A. from Grinnell College. In her role, Leonard directs the Graphics Research Lab, an interdisciplinary program that connects print research with community and nonprofit partners, including collaborations with The Press and the Colorado College Arts & Crafts Program. She also assumes a lead role in the Bemis Community Printshop, where she supports collaborative studio practices and helps foster an inclusive printmaking community. Her teaching philosophy centers on expanding student creative opportunities through both technical and conceptual approaches to contemporary printmaking, as well as interdisciplinary engagement. Leonard's areas of expertise include Technical Drawing, Community Engaged Projects, and Printmaking. She regularly teaches courses such as AS103 Drawing, AS107 Technical Drawing, AS201 Printmaking, AS301 Advanced Printmaking, AS401 Graphics Research Lab, and AS401 Professional Practices.