Smartphone Photography Workshop
Unleash your inner photographer with just your smartphone!
No need for pricey gear. This workshop shows everyone, regardless of age or tech skills, how to capture stunning photos using only their everyday smartphone camera.
Through hands-on lessons and a mix of photography basics and modern tips, anyone can improve their photography game with just their phone.
The Workshop
Part 1 (1 hour) – Presentation and Demonstration
- Overview of photography principles and phone camera control tips
- Live projecting of phone screen for real-time demonstration
- Interactive Q&A and personalized assistance
Part 2 (40 min) – Practice
- Hands-on application of learned skills
- Choice of photo assignments
- One-on-one support and Q&A
- (optional) Photo walk on library grounds/nearby parks
Part 3 (20 min) – Photo Editing
- Live projected demonstration of built-in and advanced editing techniques
- Sharing of participants’ photos on the projector
- Final Q&A and assistance.
THE DETAILS
With a learning-by-doing approach, this workshop can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of age, ability or tech-savviness.
The workshop is typically hosted by community libraries but can be booked by any group – just get in touch.
Hosting a workshop starts at $250 for the standard two-hour program as described above.
Additional time can be added for longer photo walks or to accommodate large groups.
Additional fee for travel outside of Washtenaw County at IRS mileage rate.
The standard two-hour workshop can accommodate up to 35 participants.
Larger groups can be accommodated for an additional fee.
Workshops have ranged from a dozen to nearly 100 participants.
Get in touch for more details!
Yes! I have traveled all over the state of Michigan for the workshops.
There is a fee for travel outside of Washtenaw County, usually the IRS rate.
If you are a significant distance from Ann Arbor, get in touch for more details.
Yes! The workshop is also done virtually, using the Zoom platform.
All aspects of the workshop are exactly the same as the in-person program, though the dynamic of “hands-on” is a little different.
A virtual workshop may be ideal depending on local COVID transmission rates. In-person workshops can be changed to virtual for no fee.
A virtual workshop may be ideal if you are a significant distance from Ann Arbor.
No (unless you’re still rocking a 2000 Nokia flip phone).
The photography tips and tricks are not specific to a phone model or brand.
The phone I will be demonstrating on is an iPhone, though the controls are nearly universal.
Most participants have iPhone or Samsung.
The workshop was originally created as part of “Making in Michigan Libraries,” an IMLS-funded research project of the University of Michigan School of Information, led by professor Kristin Fontichiaro. Jeffrey created a one-time workshop as part of the research project in 2018, but enjoyed it so much that he has continued hosting them at libraries around the state.
