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Persuing photography in college.? |
Has anyone here majored/minored in photography or gone to a specific school for it in college? Is it worth it, or am I better off sticking with something else and keeping that as a hobby? Only you can answer the question of hobby versus profession for yourself. But if you do decide to pursue photography as a major, you need to think about what aspect of photography interests you and seek programs that align with that. For example, there is quite a difference in photo journalism, studio portraiture, and more commercially applied areas compared to other programs that focus upon photography as an expressive fine arts medium. Of course you can still do your own thing no matter what kind of program you study in, but it would probably be easier if the program matches your interests. Some can be quite specific one way or the other. Another thing to think about is whether you are interested in being totally digital, exploring traditional wet darkroom experience, and perhaps thinking about video and motion photography as well as still photos. Not all schools would offer all areas, so defining your interests would help you decide on the right place for your studies. Good luck! as long as you do your best and have fun with it, do wat you want to do. i more you love it, the better you are/get I want to be a journalist and photographer, so they go together. Their pay IS better than a teacher, but it isn't anything super high. Do it if you love it... that's why I am. You can gain a lot of money if you take pictures of famous things, people, etc. There are rich and famous photographers for bands that make not as much as a band (of course), but plenty more than a doctor!! you can take classes in photography or have it as a second major or minor. if that is what you are truly passionate about- go for it! but i would take something else as well- unfortunately backups become a necessity in this growing economy. It depends how talented you are, and how capable you are of putting yourself out there. I know two people who studied photography at Mason Gross School of the Arts. One is a highly paid photographer for magazines and newspapers and weddings, and the other was an assistant for several years to another photographer. He dabbled in photo research before moving in with his parents, working at Home Depot, and becoming a substitute teacher. Clearly, the first photographer was not only talented, but had the business acumen to start his own company, gain clients, and make a profit. The second photographer was also very talented, but lacked the people skills, the business sense, and, quite frankly, the luck. There's nothing wrong with majoring or minoring in photography as long as you have a backup plan. A career in photography is very challenging; most of the work is freelance. But college is not simply about preparing for a career; it's for preparing for life. And if you see your life filled with photography--if you want to be the person who dazzles friends with great shots of the sunset, who looks at a simple rose and knows that with the right light and exposure, you can make a beautiful photo--then go for it. Bottom line: Take the photography classes, but learn another skill as well. |
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