From Education to Profession.

[pokky]

As a budding photographer, I'm wondering if it would really help to have an education in photography (locally) if one intends to venture into the industry?

I have learnt that there are many risks and conditions to consider before becoming a professional photographer, and that in the photog. industry business ethics are also important.

The ultimate question being,

Is it worth it to invest 30++ grand, and 3-4 years on an education in photography?

 

[hidden3]

you thinking of going to either lasalle or nafa?

 

[pokky]

you thinking of going to either lasalle or nafa?

La Salle actually... when it opens the degree for Art Photography next year.

NAFA only has a certificate in basic photography now right?

 

[night86mare]

maybe you want to ask some of the local professionals here, see what they say. this might be better posted in the photo biz section.

also, i think it may have been asked before.

personally though, i think the choice is rather whether you want to do photography full-time or not. that is the harder choice.