Why Should Our School Offer A Photography Class?

by Caitlyn Collin, sophomore

In our school, we have classes that require taking pictures every now and then. However, we don't have a class dedicated to just photography itself. I think photography would be a great class to offer at John I. Burton.

Photography helps students express themselves in a creative, artistic way. Although we have an Art class, not everyone shows their creative side through painting and drawing. Photography would give students an opportunity to express themselves in a different art form.

A photography class would encourage students to go different places in order to take amazing photos. The photographer would have the opportunity to explore several places in the community for the perfect photo. Since my mother and I both love capturing photos, we usually visit the woods or somewhere downtown. Students could do the same.

This would give students the chance to be social, too. For example, they might have to ask another person for permission to take the photos. In addition, the class would expand the individual's interest in photography.


Personally, I have a huge interest in photography and I've always found it to be very enjoyable. I would love to learn in depth about the cameras, angles, editing, and how to take the perfect photo. A class about this art would teach students everything they need to know about it.