ART 155Photo Field Research Quarter (PFRQ): California Road Trip
Offers students the unique opportunity to live and learn and photograph outside the classroom, actively engaging locations across the state of California. Students will cover 2400 miles from Northern Mendocino County to the Salton Sea, Eastern Sierra, Death Valley, and Big Sur. Class exposes students to cultural, historical, and environmental issues facing California. Due to the rigor of the course, students must submit an application demonstrating the commitment and photo preparation necessary for successful completion of the class. Students are billed a materials fee of $550.
- Students must apply to be accepted. Applications due no later than May 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Application Link: https://summer.wordpress.ucsc.edu/files/2026/01/PFRQ-Application-2026-Blank.pdf This course takes place entirely in the field from July 1-19.
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When it runs
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Field Studies | TBA | TBD In Person | J. J. Chapman | Closed 10/10 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John (Jack) Chapman | 5.0 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 83% | 6 |
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