Communication Arts Photography
“I teach my students that photography is a combination of technique, content, and theory. These three intertwined pieces secure the structure of our photography program. We create an environment of collaboration, discussion, and interdisciplinary freedom, which is a unique educational experience for young photographers.”—Emily Momohara, faculty
The Photography program's wide breadth of traditional and cutting-edge processes is unique to the Art Academy of Cincinnati. Students learn about 35mm, digital, medium-and large-format cameras, black and white printing, digital output, color shooting, experimental photography and digital video. They have the opportunity (also unique to AAC) to link photographic theory and practice to other artistic disciplines.
The major provides a blend of theoretical and real-world instruction that enables students to build careers as commercial photographers, professional artists, photojournalists, and in other disciplines. Many graduates move on to grad school or pursue careers in the gallery or museum world.
Requirements for the Communication Arts Photography major
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