The Photography area endeavors to generate a scholastic atmosphere in which undergraduates, graduates, and faculty conduct a vigorous and open investigation into the nature and meaning of the art of photography in contemporary culture. Students are expected to demonstrate commitment to expressive inquiry, maturity of vision and self-motivation.
Instruction emphasizes the responsibility of professional commitment and the rewards of knowledge.
Beginning photography courses form the foundation for a process of maturation. Most courses beyond Beginning Photograph require the submission of a portfolio for admission. Portfolios reveal the student's level of achievement in technical print quality, printing control, and maturity of personal vision. Concentrated emphasis is given to helping students bring significant substance to their personal views through their imagery. The program encourages a broad background in the visual arts, and awareness of the resources of the University, and an intense specialization in the historical, cultural and visual aspects of our medium.