extraordinary photos: a phone photography class

Tuesday, January 19th | 6 PM | Our Lady of the Snows | $10 | Sign-up Required

In this hands-on class, students will discover that a fancy camera isn’t required to make compelling photographs. Everyday scenes can be artful, and the focus is on using the phone already in your pocket. Students will learn to find the best natural conditions for shooting, understand core camera settings and how to use them, and apply composition techniques like cropping, framing, and working with good lighting to develop a personal eye for striking images. The class is ideal for travelers, nature lovers, content creators, small business owners, and complete beginners who are curious about photography but don’t want to dive into bulky gear, complicated apps, or a steep learning curve. By the end, students will leave with a clear understanding of how to capture high-quality, eye-catching photos that are ready to post or share with the people they love most. All you need is your cell phone that is fully charged with some free storage space.

Gabrielle Pellegrino is an editorial wedding and portrait photographer based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with 15 years of experience. Her work has been featured in Rocky Mountain Bride and Junebug Weddings. She brings a storytelling-first approach to every shoot, focusing on candid moments and clean, intentional composition, and she teaches that same eye for light and framing to help students get more from the camera already in their pocket.

ACE aims to create an inclusive and accessible environment for all of our attendees; please contact our Executive Director, Sara Gibbs, with any questions regarding accessibility.