PHOT 215 - Photojournalism and Documentary Photography

    Recent Professors
    Maha Bazzari
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course covers the use of photographs to illustrate news stories, feature stories, and other narrative content. Emphasis is placed on various approaches to the creation of imagery, from the objective news photo to the persuasive documentary image. Topics include the photojournalist’s interactions with the photo editor/buyer, ethical concerns and power dynamics in the profession, and the equipment used by professional photojournalists in the field. This course is designed for photography majors, journalism students, and those seeking career opportunities in photography.
    Usually Held
    Wed 5:30pm–7:00pm