Personal Projects

Catalog description

Professional photographers traditionally make imagery solely for specific projects and clients, which often constitute their entire body of work. In today’s world, those hiring professional photographers expect to see work of an individual nature that reflect personal interests and/or viewpoints. Students will identify a topic/subject to create a body of personal work. Historical and contemporary examples of extended photographic projects will be viewed and discussed. Output, display and installation options will require extensive research as students articulate their project. The work will consist of the conceptualization, execution and presentation of long-term project(s). Students will be encouraged to explore concepts and outcomes extensively through contemporary photography as well as related media will be welcomed and encouraged. Students will present a final project formatted for appropriate display, based on their research and topic.