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The Drexel University Photography program teaches students how to develop a unique photographic vision using a combination of aesthetics and technology.

Drexel Photography runs an annual High School Photograph Contest which opens in the Fall of every year. Using both applied and theoretical teaching methods and blending traditional processes with current digital technologies, the photography curriculum provides aspiring photographers with the breadth of experience and knowledge required to succeed in today’s marketplace. The photography foundation courses are the same for each student until their third year, at which point they design a custom path of study that culminates in their senior thesis portfolio. Our alumni’s achievements reflect the diversity built into our program. They own successful photography studios, teach in high school and college programs, serve as curators, work as magazine photo editors and operate their own digital illustration firms.

08/08/2026

Image by Ci Song for Junior Project, with Professor Andrea Modica, .photo.

Song experimented with removing elements from the large format view camera lens to alter how light and shape are reproduced in the camera, creating dreamlike images made at night throughout the city.

As we recharge for the start of the Fall Quarter in September, we're proud to celebrate the creativity, curiosity, and dedication of the Drexel Photography community. We hope you'll follow along as we revisit some of the exceptional work produced this spring.

08/07/2026

While we spotlight our students' hard work, it's always nice to see what goes into producing student projects. Lucas Snavely, .knave, and Professor Andrea Modica, .photo, review the final sequence for Lucas's Palladium project. Modica's expertise in this historical printing process marries traditional coating techniques with digital negative making to optimize print quality, control, and contrast. The result provides students with a hands-on experience in the lab, honing their printing skills, while producing a body of work complementary to the palladium printing process.

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08/06/2026

As we recharge for the start of the Fall Quarter in September, we're proud to celebrate the creativity, curiosity, and dedication of the Drexel Photography community. We hope you'll follow along as we revisit some of the exceptional work produced this spring.

Second-year Photo Major Nathan Zwirn's, final project for Color Photography with instructor Ashley Smith,

08/05/2026

Work by Izidor Peterson for Junior Project, with Professor Andrea Modica .photo. Spring of 2026.

As August arrives, we're taking a moment to reflect on the outstanding work our students created during the Spring Quarter.

From introductory assignments to ambitious senior thesis projects, our students spent the quarter exploring new ideas, refining technical skills, and developing personal approaches to photography. Throughout the coming weeks, we'll highlight selected student work and share the stories behind each project.

08/03/2026

As August arrives, we're taking a moment to reflect on the outstanding work our students created during the Spring Quarter.

From introductory assignments to ambitious senior thesis projects, our students spent the quarter exploring new ideas, refining technical skills, and developing personal approaches to photography. Throughout the coming weeks, we'll highlight selected student work and share the stories behind each project.

Joseph Bloomfield - .photo work from the Advanced Studio Lighting course with instructor

05/28/2026

Today is the day! Join us for the opening reception of the Class of 2026 Photography Senior Thesis exhibition from 5:30-8:30 at the Antoinette Westphal College URBN Annex, 3401 Filbert Street in Philadelphia, PA. All are welcome and encouraged to attend this free event.

05/11/2026

We are less than three weeks away from the opening reception of the 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition! You can still support the class of 2026 exhibition by purchasing a limited-run portfolio that features archival digital prints from our seniors and faculty. The funds raised for this portfolio sale will directly support the production and reception for the show. Don't miss out!

Purchase here: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20688_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5191

05/07/2026

The Drexel Photography Program invites alumni, faculty, students, and friends to join us for our annual Alumni Social in Philadelphia.

This year’s gathering will also serve as a celebration of Andrea Modica’s retirement after twenty years of teaching, mentorship, and service to the Photography Program.

Join us to reconnect with old friends, meet new peers, share stories, talk photography, and raise a glass in recognition of Andrea’s remarkable career and lasting impact on generations of students.

Friday, May 29, 2026
8:00–10:00 PM
Drinker’s Pub
1903 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103

We ask that you RSVP at - https://forms.microsoft.com/r/WRitgXfb0s

We hope to see you there.

05/01/2026

Professor Andrea Modica’s new monograph, Italian Story, published by L’Artiere Press - , has been recently released and is already receiving critical attention.

The book has been reviewed by Black & White Magazine and by Killian Fox in The Observer, underscoring the strength and relevance of this latest body of work.

Congratulations to .photo on the release of Italian Story and the recognition it continues to receive.

04/29/2026

We are just about a month away! The Drexel Photography Program is proud to present the Class of 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition, showcasing a diverse range of work that reflects a year of sustained research, production, and critical inquiry.

The exhibition will be on view Wednesday, May 27 through Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Pearlstein Gallery & URBN Annex Lobby, Drexel University.

Opening Reception
Thursday, May 28 | 5:30–8:30 PM
3401 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA

Please RSVP using the link below - This event is free and open to the public.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/westphest-photography-student-showcase-tickets-1986988949436

The exhibition will be on view Wednesday, May 27, through Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Pearlstein Gallery & URBN Annex Lobby, Drexel University.

Address

101 N 33rd Street, Fl 4th
Philadelphia, PA
19104

Telephone

(215) 895-5869

Website

http://www.drexelphotography.com/

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