Las Vegas Photography Schools & Programs

Nevada’s most widely regarded university, the University of Nevada at Las Vegas provides photography training through its studio art department. Photography courses can also be taken at the Community College of Southern Nevada, which boasts an impressive art gallery that frequently features photographic collections.

With skyrocketing population growth, as well as thriving tourist and wedding industries, it doesn’t get better than Las Vegas when it comes to employment prospects for photographers. The Las Vegas area is anticipating a whopping 45.4% increase in the number of jobs available in the field of photography during the years 2002-2012. While this is one of the most promising markets in the country for professional photography, competition for these jobs is still expected to be great, due to the appealing nature of the work to many people.


Photography Schools, Programs & Courses in Las Vegas
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 Las Vegas is a Great Place to Study Photography

Las Vegas, Nevada is the number one tourist destination in the United States, and it’s no secret that many people travel here for the purpose of getting married. Since weddings and vacations are among the most photographed events in people’s lives, the demand for photography in this city can be great. Aside from the glitzy gambling and marriage tourism of the city, Las Vegas is currently the fastest-growing city in the United States, and therefore has a fast-growing demand for the day-to-day photography needs of the people who live there, such as family portraits, school pictures, and photography for events such as graduations and banquets.


Other Resources for Photography Education and Careers in Las Vegas
  • Community College of Southern Nevada Fine Arts Gallery
  • Directory of Las Vegas Photographers
  • LasVegasPhotography.com
  • Nevada Camera Club
  • Nevada Magazine Annual Photography Contest
  • Photography - Employers in Las Vegas
  • Cashman Professional Photography
  • Harrah’s Entertainment
  • Las Vegas Life Magazine
  • MGM Mirage Entertainment
  • Las Vegas Review-Journal

  • Photography - Internship Opportunities in Las Vegas
  • Adopt-a-Park Program
  • Annual Art and Science of Health Promotion Internships
  • Las Vegas Art Museum
  • Las Vegas Review-Journal
  • Las Vegas Sun
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