Pocket Photography - Powerful Images on your Phone is a part of The Studio Workshop Series.

This workshop introduces attendees to the fundamentals of taking professional-quality photos using their iPhone. We’ll cover key concepts including lighting, composition, built-in camera settings, and basic editing techniques that can significantly improve image quality without additional equipment. Participants will be asked to bring their phones and, following a brief presentation, will be sent out for 10–15 minutes to take photos using the techniques discussed. Upon returning, each attendee will select three images they feel strongest about. As a group, we’ll review these selections, discuss what works and what could be improved, and use built-in editing tools to refine the tone and quality of each participant’s final image.

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This program is led by Katelyn Lacor, a second-year MFA student in Wake Forest University’s Documentary Film Program. Her work centers on using digital storytelling to make under-discussed aspects of cultural history more accessible to broader audiences. She focuses on synthesizing archival materials into long-form nonfiction projects and brings technical expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro and color correction.