Picture This: Starting a Career in Photography
By Karen Lawson
karen.lawson@careerschooldirectory.com
Career School Directory Columnist
Are you fascinated by the work of photojournalists? Do you enjoy capturing memorable moments on film? Attending photography school can open up career paths for you in specialized areas of photography. If you're creative, enjoy artistic challenge, and can produce excellent work on schedule, photography may be for you.
Technical Know-How and Artistry Essential in Photography
As a professional photographer, you'll use complex equipment and varied techniques to produce a variety of artistic effects in your work. Depending on the type of photography you're doing, you may strive for factual documentation and sharp focus, or you may use photography to make a creative statement, or to alter the appearance of your subjects. With the right training, you can land a steady photography job or work as a freelance photographer in specialized areas such as medical and scientific photography, portraiture and special occasions, or photojournalism.
In
photography school, you will learn what types of cameras and equipment will achieve great results. You will learn darkroom, editing, and printing techniques that produce high-quality work. You'll use both digital and traditional photography, and will be able to create a variety of pieces in the areas you've chosen to study.
Your Portfolio is a Key Part of Landing a Photography Job
Photography is a competitive field, and you'll want to strive for outstanding quality in your work. An important aspect of finding a photography job or establishing yourself as a freelancer is your portfolio. This collection of your best work will serve as your calling card in the world of professional photography, and should contain a variety of your best work.
During your time in
photography school, you can assemble your portfolio, and benefit from critical review of your work by instructors and colleagues. Photography school is just the beginning. As you apply your creativity and develop your skills, you can investigate a variety of potential careers in photography.
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About the Author
Karen Lawson is a freelance writer whose interests include topics in education and the arts. She holds an MA degree in English from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Posted on February 7, 2007 at 11:14 AM
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