JD White
Stop-motion and photography together
JD White, a commercial still life photographer known for playful stop-motion animations, has clients including Adidas, VICELAND, Kind Snacks, and various Portland boutiques and designers.
Program Snapshot
- Degree Type
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Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Program Type
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Major, Minor
- Credit Hours
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121
- Time to complete
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4 Years
- Campus
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PNCA Campus
Student Work
Display work in the various student-run galleries or showcase your photographs during events like First Thursday. Take advantage of opportunities like the Blue Sky Exhibition Committee to expand your network and skills. Students will build their portfolio through courses, projects, and their Senior Thesis.
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Alumni Stories
Our alumni are successful fine art, commercial, and editorial photographers, making a name for themselves within the art world. Learn more about their impact and roles within the rapidly changing field.
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Julie Orser
Award-winning Artist and Professor
Julie Orser, is an award-winning artist. Her videos, photography, and multi-channel installations have been shown widely internationally at venues like MoMA, Künstlerhaus Bethanien, and festivals such as Ann Arbor Film Festival. She co-founded ART OFFICE and teaches at CSU Fullerton.
Photography Faculty
Our faculty of accomplished artists offer support as you develop your ideas – and the skills to execute them. We also have visiting artists, speakers, and gallery walks to help students connect with figures in the arts community.
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Meet Sally Schoolmaster
Sally Schoolmaster, Associate Professor and Assistant Dean for Academic Success at PNCA, champions artistic growth in Photography and Foundation departments. With an MFA in Photography from Ohio University, she guides students in exploring social justice, environmentalism, and identity through photography.
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Meet Sarah Meadows
Sarah Meadows, part-time faculty in Photography at PNCA, is an Oregon-based visual artist with an MFA from RISD and a BFA from PNCA. Her practice as an internationally exhibited artist and her teaching experience equip students with a diverse and comprehensive photography education.
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Meet Teresa Christiansen
Teresa Christiansen, Associate Professor and Chair of Photography at PNCA, integrates her expertise in photography and psychology to foster student success. With extensive exhibition experience and a strong background in academic technology, she equips students with a comprehensive understanding of photographic studies and integrated technologies.
Curriculum
Balance technical skills with theory and critical analysis to develop your personal style and perspective. Our photography school explores how the language of photography can be a tool for social justice and cultural awareness.
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PH274 Photographic Investigations
Investigate fashion photography, analog practices, or product photography. Pursue a specific application of photography and participate in rich dialogue around historic and contemporary approaches.
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PH371 Photographic Practice & Research
Embark on a long-term project using a 4x5 view camera, and enjoy weekly one-on-one sessions with your instructor. Take part in readings and discussions focused on criticism and theory, spanning from the 1920s to contemporary times.
Program Requirements
Our Photography major requires 121 credits to complete the degree. This includes: 76 in studio, 30 in Liberal Arts and Sciences, and 15 in Art History. Of the studio credits, 16 are required courses in the Foundation program, at least 36 are the required courses in the studio major, and the remainder are available for studio electives. A minimum two-year residency at the College is required.
Admissions Information
Our Photography program is open to first-year students, transfer students, and international students. Learn more about PNCA’s undergraduate admissions process to get started.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Most students receive financial aid, ranging from scholarship opportunities to federal work study and need-based grants and loans. PNCA also considers photography students for full-tuition scholarships. PNCA is committed to a better future by providing fair and equitable admission processes. The BFA program automatically considers all students applying for merit-based scholarships. In addition, we also offer BFA Equity Scholarships, Juried Scholarships, Pre-College Scholarships, International Scholarships and Community College Transfer Partner/Transfer Agreement Scholarships.
