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Photography - Fine Art Photography (BFA)

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App State’s Fine Art Photography concentration educates students to think of photography as a visual language, providing them with the technical and formal skills they need in order to express their ideas, including darkroom techniques and alternative photographic processes.

Students integrate photography into a larger, interdisciplinary artistic practice through studio art electives and seminars and focus on developing a personal voice within the medium — all while examining how images function in contemporary culture.

Program graduates are prepared for numerous career paths, having gained a strong balance of technical skills, critical and conceptual thinking, and a broad knowledge of the medium of photography.

Recent graduates have gone on to work for Rolling Stone magazine and Fender Guitars, as well as in arts organizations and galleries and in higher education institutions. Some graduates choose to pursue advanced degrees.

Visit the Department of Art website to learn more.

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Minors

A minor is not required for this program.

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Global Learning

App State is committed to introducing students to different cultures and teaching them how to live and interact in a global society.

Study abroad opportunities for Department of Art students include both short- and long-term programs. Learn more

Admission Requirements

There are no admission requirements beyond admission to Appalachian State University.

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Why Appalachian?

  • Program faculty members have many years of professional experience and transfer this knowledge to students.
  • A variety of departmental and major-specific scholarships, as well as work-study and internships opportunities, are available for students.
  • Also, universitywide scholarships are available for first-year, continuing and transfer students.
  • Through the department’s honors program, students pursue creative or scholarly research projects tailored to their particular interests and professional aspirations.
  • Each student receives one-on-one academic advising from a program faculty member. Learn more
  • Students can gain international experience through the department’s study abroad opportunities, including short- and long-term programs.
  • No portfolio required for incoming first-year students.

Location

Boone

Careers

  • Artist
  • Photographer (portrait/wedding)
  • Gallerist
  • Curator

Contacts

College of Fine and Applied Arts

Department of Art

Joshua White
Associate Professor
whitejd1@appstate.edu
828-262-7270

  • Department of Art

    One of seven departments housed in the College of Fine and Applied Arts, the Department of Art at Appalachian State University prepares students to explore art, identity, expression and creative problem-solving while challenging them to go beyond their previous limits by discovering new connections to culture. The department offers degrees in art and visual culture, art education, graphic design, studio art, commercial photography and graphic communications management, with minors in art history, studio art, commercial photography and graphic arts and imaging technology.

  • College of Fine and Applied Arts

    Appalachian State University’s College of Fine and Applied Arts is a dynamic and innovative group of academic departments including Applied Design, Art, Communication, Military Science and Leadership, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, and Theatre and Dance.

    The College of Fine and Applied Arts is characterized by the educational approach of integrating theory and practice, offering students the knowledge and experience for continued education or employment. Programs within the College feature opportunities for hands-on experiential learning, international experiences and interdisciplinary engagement. The College emphasizes undergraduate teaching, while being active in grants and sponsored research. The College of Fine and Applied Arts provides a vibrant educational atmosphere, fostering the very best in teaching and learning.

    We offer:

    • BS, BA, and BFA degrees in 30 academic concentrations or specializations
    • MS degrees in 4 concentrations
    • Army ROTC program

    Community Service:

    Our students and faculty find unique ways to bring community service into the learning experience through experiences such as campus and community workshops, after-school programs for area school children, and work with local non-profits.

    Industry and Community Involvement:

    All departments are highly involved with their industry counterparts and seek opportunities to work with community partners. In addition, each department has an advisory board of industry professionals that assist in program development, internships, job placement and fundraising.

    International Education:

    The College of Fine and Applied Arts wants all students to have the opportunity for international learning experiences and has offered programs in:

    • Austria
    • China
    • Costa Rica
    • Cuba
    • Dominican Republic
    • England
    • France
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • Mexico
    • New Zealand
    • Nicaragua
    • Panama
    • Poland
    • Rwanda
    • South Africa
    • Taiwan

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