PUFY
1214

Photography Concepts

Parsons School of Design: Parsons First Year

Non-Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Course
Degree Students (with Restrictions)
Photography Concepts
Spring 2026
Taught By: Michael Grimaldi
Section: A

CRN: 3563

Credits: 3

In this introductory class, we will experiment with a range of creative strategies to examine ideas and current theories regarding and surrounding the medium of photography. In addition to developing of critical skills and vocabulary the course will be supplemented by the production of visual projects. Through weekly readings, presentations, exercises, and discussions, the class will locate each student’s interests within contemporary image culture. This course is about making through thinking, and is designed for the student who wishes to explore conceptual approaches in their work.

Open to: Parsons First Year students, and others, space provided.
Prerequisites: No Prerequisites
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: Parsons First Year (PUFY)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Seminar (R)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 18

Repeat Limit: N/A

Add/Drop Deadline: February 3, 2026 (Tuesday)

Online Withdrawal Deadline: April 14, 2026 (Tuesday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 2:24am EDT 10/16/2025

Meeting Info:
Days: Wednesday
Times: 4:00pm - 6:40pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 1/21/2026 - 5/12/2026