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Embark on an exciting journey into the world of photography with our Associate of
Science in Photographic Technology degree. Our updated program blends cutting-edge
technical instruction with in-depth theoretical knowledge, preparing you for a thriving
career in commercial, editorial, advertising, fine arts, and photo technology fields.
Immerse yourself in digital photography, videography, and the history and aesthetics
of the medium to become a skilled visual communicator.
At Daytona State College, we address the challenges of a rapidly evolving creative
environment by focusing on the essential aspects of photography. Our program ensures
you gain the highest level of technical proficiency and professional judgment, providing
a comprehensive understanding of the techniques, concepts, and skills crucial for
today’s photographic profession.
Dynamic courses for skill development
Our program offers an array of courses designed to refine your skills and broaden
your knowledge, including:
- Photography I: Media and Methods - Fundamental DSLR camera techniques and creative methods.
- Photography II: Concept and Narrative - Storytelling through conceptual projects.
- Analog Photography - Traditional film and darkroom processing.
- Studio and Location Lighting - Mastery of lighting techniques.
- Digital Image Processing and Applications – Applications and digital editing.
- Then and Now: Popular Themes in Photography – History of photography.
- Professional Strategies for Photographers - Business and marketing skills.
- Multidimensional Imaging and Expression - Innovative imaging techniques.
- Camera Culture - Cultural and social impacts of photography.
- Lens-Based Practices: Art and Commerce - Artistic and commercial practices.
- Fundamentals of Digital Video - Skills in videography and editing.
Engage with workshops, lectures, and guest artists who enrich our forward-thinking
curriculum, offering unique opportunities to explore the multifaceted world of photography.
Seamless path to a bachelor's degree
Your educational journey doesn’t have to stop at an associate degree. With our partnership
with the University of Central Florida, you can seamlessly transfer to a Bachelor
of Science degree in Photography. Complete your bachelor’s degree on the Daytona State
Campus, benefiting from shared facilities and cross-level instruction by faculty from
both institutions. Advanced courses include:
- Advanced Digital Photography
- Photo Visualization
- Videography
- Narrative Editorial Photography
- Image, Culture, and Society
- Museum and Gallery Practices
- Photography Thesis
Explore the Southeast Museum of Photography
Experience state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant creative community at Daytona
State College. Our close relationship with the Southeast Museum of Photography provides
unparalleled learning opportunities. Explore exhibitions by master photographers from
around the world, participate in special events, and engage with guest artists through
lectures and classroom visits. The museum brings international and regional photographers
to our campus and offers a critically engaging Lecture Film Series.
Start your journey today!
Capture your future with Daytona State College’s renowned Photography program. For
more information and to apply, visit our website or contact us directly. Your path
to becoming a top-tier photographer starts here!
Launch your path with a Photography degree
Earn your A.S. and B.S. Degree
Successful completion of the Associate of Science degree can lead to a seamless transfer to a Bachelor of Science degree in photography through a partnership with the University of Central Florida. All classes needed to complete the bachelor’s degree program may be taken in shared facilities on the Daytona State Campus with cross-level instruction by faculty from both institutions. Some program specific courses students take are; Advanced Digital Photography; Photo Visualization; Videography; Narrative Editorial Photography; Image, Culture and Society; Museum and Gallery Practices; and Photography Thesis.
Additional Information about the Photographic Technology Degree
Southeast Museum of Photography
Southeast Center for Photographic Studies
For more than 50 years, Daytona State College; Southeast Center for Photographic Studies graduates have taken their place among the leading photographers of the nation. In the early years, few programs in the country were able to offer the range and depth of instruction that provided the foundation for these stellar careers. The department grew into the largest, most comprehensive photography program in the southeast.
The Southeast Center for Photographic Studies offers the technical instruction and theoretical knowledge in photography to assist graduates in successfully entering the commercial, editorial, advertising, fine arts and photo technology fields. Coursework covers digital photography and videography as well as the medium’s history and aesthetics to prepare photographers as visual communicators.
Image made in the photography department studios by Madison Grunor for alumni, Lisa Vogl’s Verona Collection.
Image made by Alicia Adams in the third semester PGY2806 Fine Arts Digital Photography class.
Student, Dennis Miller designed and choreographed this cowgirl style shoot for an Editorial Magazine spread assignment in Professor Jayanti Seiler’s third semester PGY2210 Professional Studio Portraiture class.
Professor Jayanti Seiler’s third semester PGY2210 Professional Studio Portraiture students are pictured here collaborating with the Cosmetology department on five different stylistic shoots, one being a colorful 1980’s look.
On the set of the film titled “Being Black” directed and produced by Eric Breitenbach, a retired professor from the photography department. Eric collaborated with several other departments, teachers, students and the WDSC-TV station on campus to make the film. The crew consisted solely of students and teachers to make this film.
Every semester the photography department holds a “Portfolio Night” in the building where students showcase the best work from all the classes and invite family and friends to the event. Visitors are pictured here discussing portfolios.
Students are pictured here shooting video and recording audio using our high-end gear from our rental department, the “Stockroom”, in the third semester PGY2750 Introduction to Video Production course.
Students shooting their environment on a field trip. The classes host many field trips throughout the semester.
Image of students working on editing in Photoshop for the third semester class PGY2806 Fine Arts Digital Photography with adjunct professor Patricia Bambace.
Image made by Daniel Amaro in the third semester PGY2210 Professional Studio Portraiture class.
Image made by Mario Aguilar in the fourth semester PGY2107 Commercial/Illustration Photography class.
Image made by Erin Gordon in the fourth semester PGY2107 Commercial/Illustration Photography class.
