
Photography
About the Program
Fall 2023 • Meet Judy Walgren
Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Judy Walgren joins Foothill College as full-time faculty this fall.
Take PHOT 22 Photojournalism CRN 21585
Hybrid class meets on campus Tuesdays, 9–11:50 a.m. (4 units)
Upcoming Exhibition
Save the Dates to View Walgren's Work!
Sept. 25-Nov. 18, 2023 (tentative)
KCI Gallery, Building 4000, Foothill College
Check back for more information about a reception in October and panel discussion in November!
Why Take Photography at Foothill
Our program provides superior instruction in aesthetic principles, practical techniques and artistic expression, with the foundation for college transfer, entry into the workplace or photography for personal enrichment.
Coursework includes traditional processing and printing, digital photography, color photography, studio lighting, experimental processes, photo criticism and portfolio preparation.
You are encouraged to develop a personal, expressive style, achieve technical excellence, and examine photography’s role in society.
We offer an associate in arts degree and a range of certificates to meet your needs, no matter what your goal for developing your skills as a photographer and the career path you hope to follow.
An advisory board of industry leaders supports our department faculty with knowledge and expertise so that we continue to offer the appropriate marketable skills for students to successfully enter the workforce.
What you can do with a degree in Photography
- Freelance photographer
- Nature photographer
- Illustrator
- Photo studio manager
- Documentary photographer
- Graphic artist
Degrees & Certificates
View the list below for programs offered at Foothill. Then select a program map for a possible schedule that fulfills program and college requirements.
For program requirements and full course listings, view degrees and certificates information.
Note: Certificates of Proficiency and Career Certificates are non-transcriptable and consist of 13-35 units. These certificates are designed as a career advancement tool. Courses focus on practical knowledge and skill development.
Associate in Arts Degree |
Certificate of Achievement (CA) |
Certificate of ProficiencyView academic catalog for Photography department certificate of proficiency requirements.
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Questions?
Please Contact Me!
Kate Jordahl, Photography Department Chair
650.949.7318
Division Office Contacts
Ron Herman, Division Dean Email: hermanron@fhda.edu |
Fine Arts & Communication Division |
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