Photographic Center Northwest

Our Mission

The mission of the Photographic Center Northwest is to advance the study, practice, and appreciation of fine art and documentary photography through education, exhibitions, and public programs that convey our passion for photography.

Our Vision

We continue to build PCNW as the photographic heart of the Northwest, through a reputation for excellence that extends across the nation and the world. Our school serves students of all levels with a full range of coursework in black-and-white and color film and digital media, and a rigorous certificate program encompassing theory, aesthetics, and technical mastery. PCNW provides its students and the community with resources that include darkrooms, studios, a digital lab and library. Through exhibitions, lectures, scholarships, and outreach projects, PCNW provides educational opportunities to professional and amateur photographers and to the public at large