Houston Photography Schools & Programs

Houstonians have a wide variety of photography training options open to them. The University of Houston offers a bachelor of fine arts in photography/digital media. The department of visual arts at Rice University also provides quality photography training, while the University of St. Thomas offers studio art degrees with a concentration in photography.

Photography employment in the state of Texas is anticipating 9% growth between the years 2002 and 2012. In addition to these traditional opportunities, Houstonians who wish to make use of their photography interest and skills in the workplace may find opportunities in related fields such as journalism (anticipating 7.3% growth), graphic design (anticipating 17% growth), and fine arts (anticipating 13.3% growth).


Photography Schools, Programs & Courses in Houston
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Audubon Expedition Institute Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online

Why Houston is a Great Place to Study Photography

Houston has recently blossomed as a regional center for art photography. Since 1986, Houston has hosted its biennial FotoFest festival of photography and photo-related art, which is considered among the premiere exhibitions of this type in the country. The city boasts three art galleries devoted entirely to photography, and the Museum of Fine Arts Houston hosts several photographic exhibits as well. However, as in most of the country, the majority of Houston career photographers are self-employed professionals who work mostly in portrait and event photography.


Other Resources for Photography Education and Careers in Houston
  • Directory of Houston-area Photographers
  • Houston Underwater Photography Society
  • Professional Photographers Guild of Houston
  • The Houston Center for Photography
  • The Houston Photographic Society
  • Houston Photochrome Club
  • DeSantos Gallery Houston
  • Photography - Employers in Houston
  • Houston Golf Magazine
  • Beaumont Enterprise
  • Galveston County Daily News
  • Houston Chronicle

  • Photography - Internship Opportunities in Houston
  • FotoFest
  • Houston Center for Photography
  • Museum of Fine Arts Houston
  • Total Body Magazine
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