Photography

A program that focuses on the principles and techniques of communicating information, ideas, moods, and feelings through the creation of images on photographic film, plates, and digital images and that may prepare individuals to be professional photographic artists. Includes instruction in camera and equipment operation and maintenance, film and plate developing, light and composition, films and printing media, color and special effects, photographic art, photographic history, use of computer applications to record or enhance images and applications to the photography of various subjects.

A picture is worth a thousand words. Simply looking at photos evokes many emotions and catapults us to specific moments. Photos are much more than a visual entity. They spark discussion, inspire action, and motivate change. They can make us laugh or cry. Photography is the universal language: we all carry photos on our phones and willingly share our visually captured moments with others.

As a photography major, you’ll learn the history of photography. You’ll learn about color, composition, lighting, and camera use. By applying all you’ve learned, you’ll motivate and move others through your photos.