Photography: Studio & Portfolio
Photography: Studio & Portfolio
Microcredential

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The microcredential will create an additional element of employability for individuals who pursue the this path. Students in this microcredential will have acquired skills in camera use, video-editing, and software use with Adobe Lightroom and Premiere. Opportunities for crossover include photography, graphic design, marketing where the skills acquired in the Capture and Editing microcredential would make those individuals more marketable.

NYS Part Time Tuition Assistance

Students taking this microcredential may be eligible for NYS Part Time Tuition Assistance for Non-Degree Credentials. Learn more about NYS Part Time Tuition Assistance

Stackable

MVCC Microcredentials

Gain these in-demand skills

  • Color Correction
  • Compositing, Digital Photography
  • Fashion Photography
  • Imaging Techniques

Course List (4)

Studio Techniques PT104 3 cr.

This course covers the concepts and techniques of advertising and illustrative photography. It emphasizes studio work using view cameras. Topics include the advanced uses of the view camera, lighting techniques and applications, color correction, and studio techniques.

Photography Seminar PT204 3 cr.

This course is focused on helping students develop a professional approach to the industry. Projects are customized by inclination and requirements, and a personal direction is encouraged. Key aspects of entering the field, such as portfolio presentation and personal marketing are addressed. Emphasis is placed on refining the student’s portfolio and credentials so that they can confidently take the next step In their personal plans for joining the professional photography industry. Prerequisites: PT104 Studio Techniques and PT202 Advanced Darkroom Techniques.

Portrait and Fashion Photography PT210 3 cr.

Portrait and fashion photography equips students with the skills necessary for portraiture. Emphasis is placed on lighting and posing arrangements and combinations. The influences and techniques of notable figures within the genre of portrait and fashion photography are explored. The course incorporates DSLR video components and current professional practices.

Digital Photography 3: Printing 3 PT210 3 cr.

Portrait and fashion photography equips students with the skills necessary for portraiture. Emphasis is placed on lighting and posing arrangements and combinations. The influences and techniques of notable figures within the genre of portrait and fashion photography are explored. The course incorporates DSLR video components and current professional practices.

 

Faculty

Jerome LaLonde, Professor