Professional photography is a competitive field. You've got to have vision. But being a successful photographer also requires a strong balance of business and technical skills. In as few as five semesters, that's what you can develop by earning your degree at a digital photography school in Chicago. This career-focused program has been designed for professionals by professionals. It's the first curriculum of its kind to hit Chicago. And, with a unique commercial digital focus, it can help prepare you to thrive in an advancing field.

Harrington — A Place That Helps You Turn Your Vision Into Photographs

At Harrington, you can attend a digital photography school and earn your specialized associate degree in digital photography in as few as five concentrated semesters. This digital photography program has been created and is taught by experienced, working professional photographers. They will lead you through an innovative, career-driven syllabus, from the fundamentals of photography to imaging and studio practices. You'll have access to knowledge that can help you master film and digital camera mechanics, as well as the support to cultivate your own artistic style. Each course's curriculum is geared to set the stage for this creative profession — everything from artistically challenging content, to contract negotiations, to working under tight deadlines. The goal of our digital photography program is to help you graduate skilled and confident, ready to tackle professional projects.

Harrington students start by purchasing a Canon 50D or Nikon D300 camera as well as a light meter, camera bag and tripod. Your investment is echoed by Harrington's commitment to providing industry-current computers, lighting equipment and scanners. You'll have access to labs filled with high-speed dual processor Mac G5s and imaging software that includes Adobe Photoshop, 6,200 square feet of studio space, and a comprehensive suite of complementary equipment, from lenses to strobes, workbooks, videos and more.

To find out more details on the photography profession or stages of a career in photography, please visit the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) website at http://www.asmp.org/index.php. ASMP is the leading association of photographers helping photographers.

Contact us today to learn more about our digital photography school in Chicago, or enroll online today!