The Photography program at St. Petersburg College is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the craft and expressive potential of photography, as well as an understanding of contemporary ideas and issues encompassing the medium. Students are encouraged to acquire awareness to critical thinking and the practice of integrating new technologies with traditional photographic techniques. The photography curriculum is structured on a two year cycle, which includes photography I, intermediate photography, color photography, studio lighting, large format photography, alternative processes, themes for photographers, digital technologies, computer graphics, history of photography, professional practices and portfolio development.

Facilities
Equipment and facilities are available to both beginners and advance enrolled photography students. Traditional darkrooms are equipped to print formats from 35mm to 4”x5” in both black and white and color and the digital lab utilizes OX-10 operating systems with latest Adobe Software. Instructors and staff are assessable for guidance and assistance and to meet with students in both group and individual conferences throughout the semester.