Associate of Fine Arts - Photography

With a foundation in the principles of visual design, composition and art history, students develop technical skills in capturing, developing and printing the photographic image, exploring the manipulation of light to create images. The Associate in Fine Arts - Photography degree is designed to meet the general education requirements at Washington state four-year institutions and to prepare students for baccalaureate majors in Photography. Portfolio presentation is often a determining factor in acceptance and placement in a Fine Arts Major, and this degree includes a strong emphasis on portfolio development. This degree also provides a solid foundation for further artistic development and direction for the student who does not plan on transferring for further academic study.