Professional Photography

Develop a distinctive style and technical skills with RRC Polytech’s Professional Photography program, which offers the knowledge and expertise needed to enhance both the technical and creative aspects of digital imaging and processing. Students will gain proficiency in digital image manipulation, lighting techniques, SLR operation, exposure settings, composition, printing, editing, retouching, and processing, alongside foundational business skills.

The program incorporates classroom discussions, projects, guest lectures, and field experiences, ensuring that students become well-versed in all facets of digital imaging and processing. Through this comprehensive approach, students will acquire hands-on skills in various areas, including digital image manipulation, lighting, manual camera operation, exposure, composition, printing, editing, retouching, and processing.

What You’ll Learn

• Demonstrate artistry by creating images that evoke an emotional response.
• Apply the principles of lighting and color theory to various photographic scenarios, measuring, evaluating, and adjusting light and color to produce quality images.
• Utilize the mechanics of exposure to control light and influence the final product.
• Implement principles of composition to create professional images.
• Select and use appropriate photographic equipment and technologies for specific tasks.
• Develop proposals and successfully manage resources and time to organize and orchestrate photo shoots.
• Apply business processes through accounting, marketing, sales, data management, and human resources (HR) practices and principles.
• Use and adapt to various computer software and hardware for both photographic and business purposes.