Multidisciplinary and innovative, the Photography major provides both knowledge and hands-on skills in a range of analogue and digital processes. Through art history, research, and critical courses, you’ll study the work of historical and contemporary photographers and artists.

In both the classroom and your studio courses, you’ll also have the opportunity to investigate how photography relates to other mediums, including installation, video, performance, printmaking, and directorial work.

You’ll take a variety of approaches to the photograph as an object, and work in diverse environments. You’ll learn from renowned, professional photographers, hone your photography skills, and establish your own relationship to the art form.

Both your conceptual and hands-on learning will be strengthened through classes, seminars, self-directed projects, exhibitions, and professional development. Upon graduating, you’ll have produced a substantial body of work and gained advanced knowledge of its place within contemporary photography practices.

Photography students have access to our spacious and well-equipped shops and studios. Studio culture is at the heart of your educational experience at Emily Carr, as spaces where you can create, learn, collaborate, experiment, and play. Our well-equipped Photography facilities include film and digital processing labs, scanning labs, and photo studios.

Each space is maintained by expert technical staff who collaborate with faculty and staff to provide students with instruction and guidance. Technical staff ensure safe and accessible working environments and lead instructional workshops to enhance your learning.