Gary Samson
Chairperson, Photography
603-836-2562
gsamson@nhia.eduPhotographers play an influential role in society as observers and commentators, image-makers and artists. At every stage of the program, a broad range of aesthetic and technical information strengthens student control of the medium and builds confidence and self-reliance.
At the Institute, students begin with an exploration of the unique vocabulary of photography and work toward personal means of communicating their visions as professional photographers.
The Photography program encourages exploration of visual direction while teaching the skills of photographic seeing, production, and presentation. The curriculum nurtures a personal capacity for distinctive visual expression and a broad understanding of the role photography plays in contemporary culture.
Photography Concentration Requirements
| First Year |
| Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| Photography II |
Photo III: The Handmade Photo |
| Controlled Lighting |
Digital Imaging I |
| Printmaking I |
Graphic Design I |
| Survey of Art History I |
Survey of Art History II |
| Social Science |
English/ Literature |
| Second Year |
| Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| Photo IV: Intro to Color |
Photo V: Advanced Color |
| Advanced Digital Imaging |
The View Camera |
| History of Photography |
Elective |
| Humanities |
Related Arts |
| History |
Science |
| Third Year |
| Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| Senior Studio |
Senior Studio |
| Photo Special Topics |
Photo Special Topics |
| Elective |
Elective |
| Art History |
Elective |
| Philosophy |
The Professional Artist |
Image by Richella Simard 
