Photography & New Media
Code: VFP4101-25
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Open to All
Students of any skill and knowledge level.
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Virtual Workshop
Virtual Workshop, learn from the comfort of your own home.
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP
The iPhone as Your Creative Camera
Oct 6 - 8, 2025
Monday AND Wednesday, 3-5PM (Mountain Time)
Concept
Experience the magic of Anderson Ranch from the comfort of your own home or studio with our new virtual photography workshop. This isn’t your average Zoom experience—this workshop includes two immersive, hands-on learning tutorials designed to feel like you’re right here in the Ranch photography studio. With small class sizes (limited to 12 participants), you’ll enjoy personalized instruction, meaningful feedback, and the chance to connect with a creative community.
About the Workshop
The iPhone has revolutionized photography—offering an incredibly powerful camera that fits in your pocket. While most of us carry one daily, few tap into its full photographic potential. This two-part online workshop is designed to help you unlock the creative power of your iPhone, combining technical skills with artistic insight. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of your device and a sharper eye for image-making—ready to capture the world around you with clarity, intention, and style.
Mastering the Camera in Your Pocket
In our first session, we’ll take a deep dive into the iPhone’s native camera functions. You’ll learn what the device excels at, where it has limits, and how to work creatively within those bounds. We’ll cover everything from lens selection and image file types (HEIC, JPEG, and RAW) to capturing RAW images using third-party apps when your phone doesn’t support it directly. We’ll also explore specialized shooting modes like Portrait, Time Lapse, Live, Panorama, and Night Mode. Finally, we’ll look at how to customize camera settings to fit your personal shooting workflow.
Mobile Editing for Maximum Impact
The second session focuses on transforming your shots through powerful mobile editing tools. We’ll walk through Apple’s built-in editing features and introduce you to versatile apps like Snapseed and ProCamera that provide professional-level control. Whether you’re refining exposure, enhancing color, or applying creative filters, you’ll learn how to bring out the best in your images—all from your phone.
By the end of this course, you’ll have a stronger grasp of both the technical and creative tools your iPhone offers—and your photographs will reflect that growth.
PLEASE NOTE: This virtual workshop will be held live via Zoom on Monday and Wednesday, October 6th and 8th, from 3-5PM MST.
This workshop meets via Zoom Video Conferencing software (download free from Zoom.com). An Anderson Ranch staff member co-teaches the class and coordinates the online platform. Further details will be emailed to registrants. Recordings will be available for 60 days following the workshop.
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Faculty
Rob Comeau
Rob Comeau earned his Bachelor’s degree in Photography from Fitchburg State University. He is a passionate, energetic, and resourceful commercial photographer whose work spans photography, video, directing, and advertising. In addition to his professional practice, he serves as a professor of photography at College of the Canyons in Santa Clarita, California.
Workshop Details
Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts
Making Art Accessible
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.
Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.
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