WORKSHOP
Date: July 12, 2025, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Introduction to Lightroom

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Location: Oak Ridge Senior Center
1405 Oak Ridge Turnpike
Oak Ridge, TN 37830

Open to all - No Charge

Presented by Carey Box

Content:
This session is an introduction to Lightroom for newer users. The goal will be to insure you get started correctly, understand workflow and backup strategies, how to correctly get your images from your camera into LR, and introduce you to the Library and Develop modules.

Come prepared with your charged laptop and loaded with Lightroom Classic and at least 10 images.

WORKSHOP
Date: August 16, 2025 9AM to 12 PM

From Pocket to Portfolio: Mastering the Art of Smartphone Photography

Location: Oak Ridge Campus of Roane State CC, Goff 107

Open to all - No Charge

Presented by Colby McLemore

Content:

Smartphone photography has evolved into a sophisticated creative medium with its techniques, capabilities, and artistic possibilities.
Join us for an in-depth exploration of mobile photography, examining the tools, methods, and approaches that can help you create compelling images with the device you carry everywhere.

In this hands-on presentation, we'll delve into the world of smartphone photography, covering everything from understanding your camera's features to developing a mobile workflow that aligns with your creative vision. You'll discover techniques for maximizing image quality, including what works and what doesn’t, and learn how to create a distinctive photographic voice through mobile capture.

What You'll Learn:

• • Why and how to use your cellphone to capture your creative vision
• • When it is time to put your cellphone away and enjoy the moment
• • Surprising workflows to make your cellphonography fun instead of a chore

Who Should Attend:

Photographers interested in exploring smartphone photography techniques and capabilities. Whether you're curious about how to use your camera, mobile workflows, or want to understand what's possible with today's smartphone cameras, you'll gain practical knowledge and hands-on insights. Come prepared to learn about a different perspective on photographic tools and techniques. You'll leave with actionable skills and a deeper understanding of the creative potential of smartphone photography.

"Every photograph tells a story – let's explore new ways to tell yours."

Bio:
Colby’s family prides itself on exceptional storytelling. This sparked his love of conversational presentation. He enjoys engaging crowds with a laid-back approach that arms participants with something they can use, not just ideas about it. He does photography presentations, workshops, and classes for organizations throughout the U.S. and internationally. Colby McLemore is a visual storyteller and owner of Colby’s Photos & Videos. He is a full-time professional whose work revolves around advertising, commercial photography, and videography for businesses and individuals. If he isn’t on-site at a job, you can find him in his downtown studio. To learn more about Colby and see examples of his work, visit his website at www.colbysphotosvideos.com

Come prepared with your charged cell phone.