May 19, 2026  
2025-2026 Course Catalog 
  
2025-2026 Course Catalog
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ART 220 - History of Photography


1 Units

This course explores the social, cultural, political, scientific, and artistic contexts surrounding the history of photography, from its invention to the present day. The course will emphasize how the medium has influenced the way we interpret images and the impact that photography has had on visual culture. Through discussions, readings, hands-on activities, and museum visits, students will become familiar with photography’s rich and diverse history. (M6)

Prerequisite: ART 113  & ART 114 
Fixed/Variable Credit: Fixed Credit
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Repeatable: Y
Credit Type Code: Letter Grade



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