Smartphone Photography Class Shoot Like a Pro

A fun, creative and beginner-friendly photography class—no fancy gear needed!



2 hours Location Perth Class size 1 to 20 guests   $95 (Afterpay available)
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Learn how to take better photos with the camera you already have in your pocket in this 2-hour, hands-on smartphone photography workshop.
Perfect for beginners, creatives, small business owners, or anyone who wants to stop relying on luck and start shooting intentionally with their phone. This session focuses on simple techniques that make a big difference — no complicated apps or editing required.
We’ll meet at Bell Tower before heading on a relaxed photo walk through Elizabeth Quay and London Court. These locations give us a mix of light, reflections, architecture, and textures so you can practise real-world shooting as you learn.
By the end of the session, you’ll feel confident using your phone camera settings and composing photos you’re genuinely proud of.
What we’ll cover
Understanding your phone camera
What all the icons actually do, how to switch modes, and how to take control instead of tapping and hoping.
Light makes the photo
How to spot good light, avoid harsh shadows, and use reflections and shade around the city.
Focus, exposure & sharpness
How to lock focus and exposure, avoid blurry shots, and get crisp images every time.
Composition made easy
Framing, angles, leading lines, and simple tricks to make your photos look more professional.
Editing on your phone (simple & optional)
Quick adjustments using free apps to enhance your images without over-editing.
Hands-on shooting the entire time
Plenty of guidance as we shoot together through Bell Tower, Elizabeth Quay, and London Court.
Please Note: Smartphone Photography Workshops are not currently available on Saturdays, as I run my other photography workshops on Saturdays.
If a Saturday is the only day that suits you, please send me a message. We can either arrange a private one-on-one or small group workshop, or let me know your preferred Saturday.
If enough people express interest in a Saturday smartphone workshop, I'm happy to add one to the schedule and will notify everyone on the waitlist

Upcoming dates for Smartphone Photography Class Shoot Like a Pro

Times are Perth time. Dates and prices as of 19 Oct 2026, 11:01pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

31 upcoming dates between 25 Oct 2026 and 19 Dec 2027.

  • Sun 25 Oct 2026, 9am-11am
  • Sun 8 Nov 2026, 9am-11am
  • Sun 22 Nov 2026, 9am-11am
  • Sun 6 Dec 2026, 9am-11am
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  • Sun 5 Dec 2027, 9am-11am
  • Sun 19 Dec 2027, 9am-11am
What you'll get
Take sharper, more intentional photos with your phone
Understand how to use light to your advantage
Compose photos that feel balanced and engaging
Know how to edit quickly and cleanly on your phone
Feel confident photographing travel, everyday moments, or content for social media
Free eBook: Phone & Light
Included to help you keep practicing after the class.
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Knowledge required
Suitable for Beginners
What to bring
Your smartphone (iPhone or Android)
Fully charged battery
Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
Notebook and pen (optional)
Location

The Bell Tower, Riverside Drive, Perth WA

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  • 5/5 from Kate Luscombe, attended Oct 2026: Lots of great tips on how to make better use of my smartphone camera, and how to compose pictures with more thought than just point and snap. Lovely instructor. Great places in perth to take photos that I’ve never seen before. Thank you so much.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Newman, attended Aug 2026: Really learnt some basic stuff...which I needed, in a safe, friendly and non judgemental environment.
  • 5/5 from Colleen Henderson, attended Jul 2026: My husband and I were the only two people on this walk around Perth CBD with Claire. We both learnt a lot more about the camera functions and when to use them. Great ideas on how to take your photo and make the subject more interesting. A very worthwhile course. Thank you Claire
  • 5/5 from Peta Davies, attended Jun 2026: Thankyou to Claire for showing me how to use my camera phone. As someone who doesn't find reading instructions helpful, this was perfect, with real hands on experience
  • 5/5 from Cherie Taylor, attended Jun 2026: Great, interactive class where Claire gives excellent tuition and you get lots of practice and question time. She is a great teacher and we learned so much about how to use the phone's camera features as well as frame and capture much better pictures. Highly recommened
  • 5/5 from Stephanie Brozicevich, attended Jun 2026: Fantastic teacher and very helpful instructions on how to use smartphone settings. Instant improvement.
  • 5/5 from Zahra Alamin, attended Feb 2026: Beautiful day with a great instructor and learnt lots of tips and techniques
  • 5/5 from Jenny Mac, attended Feb 2026: I got this class as a birthday present for my husband and he absolutely loved it! He came back beaming with all the tips and advice he received. Thank you so much!! Cant recommend highly enough
  • 5/5 from Venon Mapfunde, attended Jan 2026: Exciting, got to see CBD of Perth and take nice photos
  • 5/5 from Lyn Jones, attended Dec 2025: A fabulous session with 2hrs well spent. Clare had given us hugely helpful tips about zooming within the first 5 minutes and the gold just kept coming throughout the whole session! I highly recommend this workshop, it has already improved my photos!
  • 5/5 from Sandie Wai, attended Dec 2025: My son and I completed the Perth mobile photography course today, highly recommend it. Claire was very professional and knowledgeable and the 2 hours passed very quickly. Thanks for the tips.
  • 5/5 from Emma Holden, attended Nov 2025: Claire was so fantastic at explaining how to use different smartphone camera settings for different scenarios. I wish I had done this before some recent overseas travel but my new knowledge will be great for future travel photos and just everyday pictures too! I’m from interstate and this was also a great way to see around Perth! Thanks Claire for such a great session.
  • 5/5 from Shimin Choo, attended Nov 2025: Friendly and easy to follow. High value tips. Excellent class.
  • 5/5 from Pete Mildenhall, attended Sep 2025: Claire was fantastic - very knowledgeable, flexible and informative. The booking was really easy and everything was as expected.
Your teacher

Gilham-Martin Media
Gilham-Martin Media

4.9 (61)

Claire Gilham-Martin is a Perth-based photographer, videographer, and educator whose work captures the quiet, cinematic beauty of Western Australia. Drawn to moody tones, reflective light, and the emotion of stillness, Claire transforms familiar coastal and urban landscapes into stories of atmosphere and place.
Through her photography workshops and mentoring, Claire empowers others to see with intention — guiding students from automatic settings to confident manual control. Her teaching style, often described as patient, clear, and inspiring, helps beginners and enthusiasts alike understand not just how to take a photo, but why it matters.
With a background in both photography and videography, Claire bridges artistry and technical mastery. Whether behind the lens or leading a hands-on class at Perth landmarks like Elizabeth Quay and Fremantle’s Round House, she shares the same passion: helping others discover the magic in light, mood, and moment.
When she’s not editing or teaching, Claire can usually be found exploring the outdoors with her two Welsh Pembroke Corgis, Speckle and Licorice — her loyal (and often muddy) photography assistants. They’ve wandered through more shoots than most people she knows, always reminding her to slow down, look closer, and find joy in the small details.
Claire’s landscape work continues to gain recognition on both national and international stages. Most recently, she reached the Top 101 in the International Landscape Awards 2025, placing Number 41 globally and having her image published in the official awards book. She also achieved Finalist status in the prestigious Landscape Capture Awards, with both of her submitted images. In 2024, Claire was awarded 3rd Place in the Australian & New Zealand Landscape Awards, her image was selected and published, a milestone that marked her continued progression in the competitive landscape photography world.
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