Photography
Associate in Arts
Program Details
The Photography AA is a commercial photography degree that emphasizes digital photography methods, processes, and technology providing students the knowledge and skills required to work in the photographic industry. The core program courses provide a foundational knowledge using advanced digital capture techniques, processing and output of finished photographs in digital and printed formats. Students will learn studio photography practices and techniques working with light and color for technical and conceptual development of photographs. Throughout the program students will have the opportunity to participate in photography exhibitions and develop a professional portfolio that can be used to enter the photographic industry.
Photography Pathways
Pathways listed below are for the catalog year 2025-2026. Maps for previous years are available on each pathway page. What is a catalog year?
Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes help you work towards your educational goals.
- Analyze and describe photographs based on technical, conceptual, and aesthetic content using appropriate terminology.
- Create a portfolio of digital photographs that effectively illustrate standard skills and techniques used in the photographic industry.
- Understand and articulate the principles of art and design as they relate to photography.