Art: Photo/Video Emphasis

Studying Photography at Weber State

Weber State’s photo/video program offers artsy students who enjoy taking photos the skills, knowledge and experience to turn your love for photography into a profession.

Photography Highlights

Weber State offers the most comprehensive photography and videography program and facilities in the Intermountain West. Our 4,000-square-foot photography lab features:

Beginning and advanced darkrooms
High-end digital workstations
Mural darkroom
Alternative-process lab
Dedicated lighting studio

Advanced students have access to high-end cameras and equipment for off-campus use.

Cady Poorman

Class of 2015

“The photography professors at WSU always pushed me to my fullest potential as an artist and photographer. Honest, constructive feedback from my instructors is what enabled me to continually grow and develop my skills as a photographer.”

What You’ll Learn at Weber

Weber State’s expansive photography curriculum covers contemporary practices and the historical traditions from which those practices evolved.

You’ll learn technical expertise in analog and digital imaging, along with critical skills and theoretical insights necessary for your career in photography.

What You Can Do After Weber

Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills necessary to pursue a career as an exhibiting artist or work in a wide range of photography-related professions.

This degree is often a prerequisite for admission to an MFA program.

Career & Salary Outlook

Common careers for photography graduates in the U.S. and Utah
Descriptions, job outlook, salary information and more...
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