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Harrington College of Design
200 West Madison St.
2nd Floor
Chicago, IL 60606


Design Your Future at Harrington College of Design

Harrington College of Design has been educating creative professionals for more than 75 years. This strong tradition that began with interior design has continued to evolve to serve the needs of the next generation of designers and photographers. The curriculum at Harrington College of Design is specialized, creating a focused track for students in their area of interest. Classes are taught by practicing professionals, and students can learn by experience, building the skills they will need to launch a career. A balance of studio, classroom and independent study gives students the opportunity to learn through a variety of methods and to build a well-rounded understanding of the business and creative side of their future profession.

Prepare for a rewarding career in one of the following programs:

  • Interior Design
  • Digital Photography
  • Communication Design

Associate of Applied Science in Digital Photography

The commercial photography market's demand for digital expertise keeps growing. Today's photographers are required to know a range of advanced digital techniques in photographic reproduction and imaging. They also need to possess business skills to effectively communicate with clients and vendors. An Associate of Applied Science degree in Digital Photography from Harrington College of Design can provide a dynamic education where you can learn everything from lighting and shooting to composing and retouching to negotiating and delivering final products.

Here are some of the best things about this challenging, innovative degree program:

  • The first-of-its kind program in Chicago designed to prepare students with an understanding of the fundamentals of photography, imaging and studio practices as well as providing a strong balance of business and technical skills
  • Gain hands-on training with industry-current equipment and techniques taught by practicing professionals
  • Opportunity to gain an understanding of crucial lighting techniques and operate a wide variety of professional strobe and continuous light sources
  • Use of today's industry-current software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and INDesign
  • Preparation for your career by organizing and producing a portfolio and resume for sectors such as advertising photography, editorial photograph, architectural photography, corporate photography and more
  • Emphasis on operations, communications, and ethical, legal and financial responsibilities of the professional practitioner
  • Access to a lab filled with high-speed dual processor Mac G5s and imaging software, 6,200 square feet of studio space, and a comprehensive suite of equipment, from lenses to strobes, workbooks and videos
  • Harrington's centrally-located Chicago campus allows your education to extend beyond the classroom through on-location shooting assignments, professional organizations and so much more
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