Photography, Minor
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Academic Pathway
- minor
- Degree/Program Type
- na
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Photography, Minor
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Mary Schiller Myers School of Art
Program Contact
- Sofia Calderwood
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Manager of Student Affairs
330-972-6856
Overview
The Photography Minor offers students with studio art experience a deeper exploration of photography as a creative and conceptual art form. Beginning with traditional and digital techniques, the program emphasizes composition, lighting, color theory, and visual storytelling. Students build technical and aesthetic skills while working toward a cohesive portfolio of work. Ideal for students in the Myers School of Art or others with foundational art coursework.
Admissions Requirements
Authorization from the student, adviser and Myers School of Art is required to add the Minor in Photography.
Career Outcomes
This minor supports careers in:
Fine art and exhibition photography
Commercial and editorial photography
Visual storytelling and creative direction
Graduate programs in photography or studio art
Arts education and curatorial roles
What makes us unique?
Discover the experiences and connections that extend your photography education beyond the classroom.
Visiting artists
Learn from working photographers
Meet emerging and established photographers through visiting artist programs, including opportunities for one-on-one portfolio reviews.
Professional opportunities
Take your learning beyond campus
Explore opportunities to attend Society for Photographic Education regional and national conferences and connect with the broader photography community.
Student involvement
Connect with fellow photographers
Get involved with the Folk Photography Association, which builds connections among photography students through activities and its Visiting Artist Series.